Instructional Aide
11937 Highway 105 East, Navasota, TX 77868
NAVASOTA ISDClinic Aide Navasota ISD Job Title: Clinic Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt Reports to: Campus Principal Date Revised: August 2023 Dept./School: Assigned Campus Primary Purpose: Work under the immediate guidance and direction of a licensed registered nurse to maintain routine clinic records, provide minor first aid care, and conduct health screenings. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School diploma or GED Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills Ability to use software to develop databases and do word processing Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: Two-years’ experience in health-related position; experience working with school-age children Major Responsibilities and Duties: Health Services 1. Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries and illness according to a detailed protocol established by the school nurse (RN) or medical advisor. 2. Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures and maintain accurate log of medications dispensed. 3. Assist with screening programs, take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure), and accurately document results as proscribed by district, state, and federal requirements. Communicate findings to supervising school health staff for direction. 4. Escort students to and from health room and assist students with disabilities as necessary. 5. Contact parents of students who need to be picked up from school according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN). 6. Contact emergency medical services (EMS) according to established school health services protocols or as directed by the school nurse (RN). Clinic Aide Navasota ISD Safety 7. Maintain an efficient and safe clinic including following infection control procedures as directed by the school nurse (RN). Use Universal Precautions Procedures when cleaning all body spills and providing wound care. Clerical 8. Prepare, compile, maintain, and file all correspondence, reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate and confidential student health records. 9. Maintain a daily log of health office activities, including reportable accidents, communicable disease data, and referrals to school nurse (RN). 10. Maintain clinic supply inventory and request supplies as needed. Compliance 11. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. 12. Maintain confidentiality. Other 13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment; special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Clinic Aide Navasota ISD *Adapted from Recommended School Health Staff Roles for unlicensed assistive personnel published by the Texas Department of Health School Health Advisory Committee, January 14, 2013. Certified Nurse Assist (CNA) and Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) are considered unlicensed assistive personnel. It is the policy of the Navasota Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, handicap, or disability in its environment practices as required by Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1975, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended & the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992. Navasota ISD and its Career and Technology Education Program does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color, or national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employme nt as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Printed Name: Derek Bowman Signature: Date: August 1, 2023