School Nurse Assistant

POSITION POSTED:  8/26/2024

FULL-TIME POSITION

HOURS: 40+              

DEADLINE TO APPLY 

One City Schools believes in identifying and hiring the best possible candidates to serve our scholars, families and school community.  The position will remain open until we identify the best fit candidate for the position.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Nursing Assistant to join our team at One City Schools. The School Nursing Assistant will provide essential healthcare support to students in grades PK-8, assisting the school nurse in ensuring the well-being and health of our students. This role requires a strong sense of responsibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with both students and staff.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Roles and Responsibilities:
• Healthcare Support: Assist the school nurse in providing healthcare services to students, including administering basic first aid, medication administration (as per school policies), and maintaining accurate health records for each student.
• Health Screenings: Conduct routine health screenings such as vision, hearing, and height/weight measurements, and maintain records of screening results for each student.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly and effectively to medical emergencies and accidents that occur on school premises, providing immediate care and notifying appropriate personnel as necessary.
• Student Support: Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to address students' health needs and ensure the implementation of individualized health plans as required.
• Health Education: Assist in developing and delivering health education programs to students, promoting healthy habits and preventive measures, and supporting curriculum-related health topics.
• Medication Management: Safely store and dispense prescribed medications to students in accordance with school policies and procedures, ensuring accurate documentation.
• Health Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records, including immunization records, health history forms, and incident reports.
• Communication: Communicate with parents and guardians regarding students' health concerns, injuries, illnesses, and necessary follow-up actions, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Hygiene and Sanitation: Promote a clean and hygienic environment by overseeing the maintenance of the health office, ensuring proper sanitation and disposal of medical waste.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with the school nurse, teachers, administrators, and other support staff to ensure a coordinated approach to student health and well-being.

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

• Model One City’s Habits of Character: integrity, self-respect, compassion, perseverance and a willingness to encourage and allow scholars to take risks;
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including punctual, consistent attendance and appropriate use of planning time;
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues while demonstrating commitment to teamwork;
• Strive to communicate the positive aspects of One City Schools to the public in word and deed;
• Help maintain a clean, orderly and welcoming educational environment and facility;
• At all times demonstrate grace and support when engaging children, parents,  guests and staff at OCS;
• Demonstrate excellence with judgment, decision making, problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset;
• Energetic, flexible and open-minded; a willingness to embrace strategic change based on best interests of our scholars;
• Self-reflective and proactive with a growth mindset, including the desire to receive and give feedback.

ROLE SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program is preferred.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Experience working with children in an educational or healthcare setting is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling sensitive health information.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine concern for students' well-being.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic school environment.

WHAT WE OFFER STAFF: COMPENSATION AND EVALUATION

One City offers salaries and wages that are competitive within our local market and area public schools, as well as comprehensive benefits to all full-time employees. 

• Salaries: Dependent on education, experience and demonstrated impact on student achievement
• Generous time-off program, including 18 Days of PTO and holidays, spring break and winter break
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Your age-eligible child automatically admitted to an open seat at One City Schools 
• Life Insurance and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Plan

BACKGROUND ON ONE CITY SCHOOLS

Established in 2014, One City Schools, Inc. is a nonprofit school management organization based in Madison, Wisconsin that operates high quality preschools and public charter 4K - 12 schools in Wisconsin. One City's mission is to seed a new model of public education that ensures children and teens are on track to succeed in a college or career preparatory program from birth through high school graduation. We are dedicated to ensuring that our Scholars live and lead with good character, practice self-care and personal wellness, and possess the requisite knowledge, skills, motivation, adaptability, and preparation to make the world better through acts of community service, and whatever careers or occupations they will choose in the future.

One City Preschool (OCP) is an accredited, award-winning, tuition-based early childhood learning center operated by One City Schools, Inc. that serves children ages 3 months through 4 years. We facilitate and support your child’s early learning, development, and wellness within a play-based learning environment, which leads to their success and a joy for learning in grade school and beyond. OCP is accredited by the City of Madison (WI) Child Care Division and recognized as a 5-Star (out of 5) childcare program by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. Note: OCP also operates a preschool serving infants and one-year-olds, but these age levels are currently only available to the staff of One City Schools.

One City Elementary School (OCES) is a tuition-free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing children in grades 4K to 5 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2018 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCES empowers its young scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on reading, writing and STEM, along with personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high-quality work, equips children for success in middle school and beyond.

One City Preparatory Academy (OCPA) is a tuition-free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing young people in grades 6 through 12 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2022 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCPA empowers its scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high-quality work equips its students for success in high school, college and beyond.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

One City is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all team members and applicants, and to maintaining a work environment in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity.