Qualifications:           

    1.  Has minimum of LPN license.

2. Possesses current First Aid and CPR certification.
3. Has previous nursing experience.
4. Has knowledge of public health nursing as it applies to the public school system.

5. Is able to perform all duties of Clinic Aide, which may require lifting or bending.
6. Possesses such alternatives to the above qualifications, as the Superintendent deems appropriate and acceptable.

Reports to:                  Building Principal

Job Description:          The clinic aide will assist the nurses provide for the medical welfare of the students at both the Cumberland High School/Cumberland Middle School Complex and the Cumberland County Elementary School.

Salary:                        On the Staff Nurse II (paraprofessional) scale, dependent on experience.

Performance Abilities:

1. Administers medicines.
2. Maintains secure storage of all medications.
3. Administers first aid as needed; oversees general health needs.
4. Administers or assists with any treatment needed by students, including catheterizations, tube feedings, nebulizers, and screenings.
5. Checks blood pressures and temperatures of staff and students as needed.
6. Maintains infection control procedures.
7. Maintains health records, which includes maintaining an accurate log of medication given daily and log of students seen and treatments given daily.
8. Fills out necessary accident reports.
9. Reports to nurse/principal any medical situations that might affect the overall wellbeing of individuals or the school as a whole.
10. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
11. Models and maintains high ethical standards.
12. Performs other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position as directed by supervisor.

NOTE: This is a grant-funded position, which may be terminated at the end of the grant.