School Health Aide Kentwood Public Schools Job at Spectrum Health
Positing funded through the 2022 and 2023 school year, with the possibility of becoming permanent.
- Administers first aid under the direction of the RN according to school district policies. Administers medications and treatments (such as tube feedings, diabetic monitoring, catheterizing) that are scheduled and as needed, under the supervision of the RN according to school district policies. Collects information, such as vital signs and history of illness or injury and communicates as needed with RN to determine student’s disposition. Documents direct and indirect services provided and other pertinent program data.
- Works collaboratively with student, their families and staff to help provide hygiene assistance as needed with toileting, diapering and laundry needs.
- Participates in gathering pertinent information regarding student health concerns and coordinates these needs to school staff, prior to any school field trip.
- Communicates to the RN information received from students, family members, physicians and other members of the educational team, following FERPA guidelines.
- Continuously collects and documents data regarding: school immunization status, school communicable disease reports, school hearing, vision and lice screenings as well as student health concerns. Acts as a role model and resource to students, their families and the school community to promote a healthy and safe school environment.
- Works collaboratively with student and their families by referring community agencies and volunteers to schedule and provide optimal coordination of services, to facilitate a supportive relationship and to evaluate effectiveness of services provided and plan for future needs.
- Mentors, empowers and advocates for students and their families to help them gain independence with their health care needs.
- Participates in social and physical evaluations that could affect the student at home or in school. Acts as a resource to program staff to discuss barriers about life/situational/cultural factors impacting client, family and environment.
- Required High School Diploma or equivalent
- Preferred Associate's Degree or equivalent Post high school education
- 2 years of relevant experience Required
- CRT-First Aid - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required
- CRT-CPR - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required
- CRT-Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - UNKNOWN Unknown 90 Days required
Primary Location
SITE - Widdicomb South - 665 Seward Ave - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
School Advocacy - Healthier CommunitiesEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
36Hours of Work
7:30 a.m. to 3:12 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 4:12 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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