Assesses the physical, emotional, and social health status of students and implements appropriate strategies to support and maintain students’ overall well-being.
Plans and conducts screenings, examinations and health appraisals in accordance with state law and district policy.
Monitors newly enrolled students in order to ensure that state law and district policy are implemented concerning health issues (i.e., immunization, medical records).
Advises and counsels students, staff and parents, as appropriate, concerning health issues.
Administers medications and provides daily treatments per physician's orders.
Provides blood pressure, height and weight, hearing and vision screening per state guidelines, making medical referrals as necessary.
Cares for the routine health challenges of children during school hours.
Develops individualized health care plans for students with special health concerns.
Responds and quickly assesses medical emergencies, taking appropriate actions in accordance with emergency procedures established by school policy and state health regulations.
Makes referrals to school resources and/or community agencies as necessary.
Refers students with suspected disabilities to district specialists/Intervention and Referral Services Committee.
Facilitates health appraisals for pupils referred to the Child Study Team.
Participates in Child Study Team deliberations when applicable.
Proficient in software applications related to role, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Frontline, and Genesis Student Information System. Ability to conduct meetings synchronously and asynchronously.