Summary

Clerical/Media/Hlth/Comp Asst | Health Assistant | Districtwide

Description

WELCOME TO FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS!
Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools district. We are the only school district in Minnesota and one of few in the U.S. that offers the full IB Continuum to students in pre-K to grade 12.  As a world class community of learners, Fridley Public Schools aims to develop internationally minded students. We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world.
Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes …

  • In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students.
  • All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging.
  • All learners have the right to a quality education.
  • All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment.
  • All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society.

Job Summary: 
The Health Assistant works closely with the Licensed School Nurse (LSN) and many responsibilities are delegated functions under the Nurse Practice Act.  Observes, evaluates and provides health care for all students/staff within his/her scope of training and delegated functions.  Administers and documents medications and/or treatments as delegated by the LSN.  Collects and maintains health informationon electronic health records while maintaining data privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma
  • Current Basic First Aid Certification
  • Current CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) Certification
  • Proficiency in typing, clerical and computer skills
  • Familiarity and experience working with students from diverse cultures.

Days/Hours:  This position is a substitue position and will work as needed when others are absent

Working Conditions:   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employed is regularly required to talk, hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach for objects, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and use hands to grasp and feel. The employed must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally being required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Diversity:
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission.  Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Wages: Per master agreement 

Application Procedure: Apply Online

Attention Application Materials to: Laura Seifert-Hertling, Director of Special Services