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Due to union restrictions, this position is only available to current employees of this school district for the first 7 days following the posted date. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered during this specific time period. EXTERNAL CANDIDATES ARE WELCOME TO APPLY.

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direct supervision of assigned Health Services supervisor, work with school nurses to support students with 504 accommodations, administer basic first aid and/or screen well students, and/or screen ill or injured students in accordance with State laws and District regulations to promote health and well-being, academic achievement and holistic development for the District’s students and school personnel. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with supporting students with 504 accommodations/services including field trips; assist all students with activities necessary for maintaining personal hygiene and neatness. 
• Prepare for and assist with health screening and health education programs; record results of mandated screenings and other medical information in students’ electronic medical record for students. 
• Perform basic first aid procedures and screen ill or injured children according to established procedures; communicate in a professional manner with the credential school nurse, administrator, parents or paramedics as necessary. 
• Perform specialized physical health care procedures which may include, but are not limited to such procedures as blood-glucose monitoring, catheterization, oral/nasal suctioning, positioning, toileting, GT feedings and hygiene needs under the direction of the school nurse, as needed. 
• Assist in administering and documenting medication under the direction of the school nurse. 
• Communicate in a professional manner with parents, teachers, administrators and school nurse ensure the health and safety of students is managed.
• Review health history of students enrolling in OUSD; notify credential school nurse of students with medical conditions; share health related resources with parents/guardians under the direction of school nurse. 
• Prepare health notices and medical referrals forms to send home to parents/guardians.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties such as health/medical data entries and maintaining student files as assigned. 
• Document students’ health information in OUSD’s electronic database systems and students’ cumulative folders, as required. 
• Prepare, maintain and complete a variety of health-related records and files including student health records, emergency medical records, and accident reports. 
• Assist in maintaining and updating student immunization records, emergency and health records and follow up care. 
• Report suspected child abuse in accordance with State law and District policy. 
• Notify assigned Health Services supervisor and school nurses regarding students with medical concerns.
• Drive a vehicle to travel to various sites as assigned.
• Attend required trainings and meetings. 
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic First Aid and age-appropriate CPR techniques
• Health and safety regulations
• California Immunization and school health requirements
• Record-keeping techniques
• Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students and staff
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Computer software, hardware, and related technology

ABILITY TO:

• Administer first aid to ill or injured students
• Perform specialized physical health care and procedures
• Establish and maintain files, records, reports and referrals
• Learn and apply appropriate care and procedures related to ill or injured students
• Work cooperatively with others
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Meet schedules and time lines
• Plan and organize work
• Work confidentially with discretion
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Demonstrate cultural competence with diverse groups across race, ethnicity, religion, gender, class, and sexuality
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships among diverse groups of students, parents, District staff, and the community across race, ethnicity, religion, gender, class, and sexuality
• Read, explain and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, duplications, typing and maintaining records
• Operate standard office equipment as required
• Complete work with many interruptions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE: 

Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to: graduation from high school, one year of clerical or office experience and one year experience in working with individuals with varying disabilities.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency

Valid California Driver's License

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, TB and/or other employment clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT: 

Health office environment and diverse school site environments; constant interruptions; driving a vehicle to conduct work; potential contact with blood and other body fluids and communicable diseases. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time; reaching overhead and horizontally to retrieve and store supplies; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to observe students symptoms and injuries; lifting moderately heavy objects.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.