Health Aide

This position is contingent on the availability of specific funding and may be subject to non-renewal following the 2023-2024 school year based on the unavailability or uncertainty of funding. Internal staff that apply and are appointed to Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) funded positions will be returned to a position similar to the one they vacated at the end of the prior school or fiscal year. Internal staff that backfill for a staff member that applied for and were appointed to an ESSER funded position will be returned to a position similar to the one they vacated at the end of the prior school or fiscal year.

Position Purpose: Supervised by a building level principal and under the direction of a licensed nurse for the implementation of UAPs, provide health services, medication administration, and general documentation of health care given and in accordance with district policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:
Administer first aid/CPR and episodic care for students and staff according to school district policy.
Administer medication according to school policy to students having appropriate prescriber/parental permission forms completed. Keep accurate documentation of medications received and dispensed.
Accept and utilize direction by a licensed nurse and to recognize the limits, constraints and job responsibilities of the position and training provided by contracted nursing service.
Complete requisitions for health office supplies, stock first aid cabinets and maintain work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
General administrative/clerical support.
Communicate with needed staff on medical support plans for students.
Communicate with parents on student served.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Intermediate math skills in adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying, calculating percentages, ratios or averages or percentiles.
Knowledge of metrics system, especially metric units of measurement.
Understanding of confidentiality and commitment to abide by confidentiality regulations.
Knowledge of computer programs related to the position; Familiarity with office equipment, computers, general office productivity software (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, email programs, etc.)
Ability to problem solve, critically evaluate, and execute duties under stressful condition. Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.
Ability to work with students of varying abilities. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of district administrative rules and procedures pertaining to health care services and operations.

Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Minimum of one year in a similar position.
First Aid and CPR Certification and/or the ability to obtain.
Prior experience working with children and/or health care setting preferred.

Physical Requirements
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing, reaching, bending. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and peripheral vision.

Licensure and Certifications
Non-nursing staff are required to successfully complete NDMedication Administration Training for School Personnel and must be registered on the ND Unlicensed Assistive Person registry or another registry recognized by the North Dakota Board or Nursing. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license preferred, but not required.

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Application Procedures
All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via www.applitrack.com/fargo/onlineapp. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume/CV 3) Three (3) Letters of Reference 4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach: Current teaching license.

Job postings will be closed for applications at 8:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

For more information or questions please call 701-446-1000 or email humanresources@fargo.k12.nd.us.
The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.