HEALTH OFFICE ASSISTANT

Morris Community High School

District #101

Morris, IL  60450

Contact: mgourley@morrishs.org

Minimum Qualifications:

Has a high school diploma.

Is able and willing to maintain confidentiality of health information.

Recommended Qualifications:

Holds current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid. Has had experience/training in a school health setting.

Reports To:

School Nursing Personnel and Building Administrator

Job Goals:

The health aide assists school nursing personnel by performing routine health-related tasks and clerical services, under the direction of the school nurse, to aid in the health care needs of students and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of and direction from the registered professional nurse, the individual performs all duties and responsibilities assigned to the health clerk, as well as additional duties as follows:

With appropriate training and certification, administers first aid when necessary.

• As designated by school nursing personnel, assists self-directed students to take assigned medications that are kept in the school health office.
• Follows established school procedures for care and reporting of injuries and illness. Consults with school nursing personnel regarding unusual or difficult problems. .
• Assists school nursing personnel with clerical tasks.
• Assists school nursing personnel in preparing health displays for the purpose of disseminating health and wellness information to students and staff.