Description

Job Summary

Supports the RN in providing basic school health services, including screenings for BMI, vision, hearing, & scoliosis. Provides first aid and follows up with immunizations within select Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS). Supports TeleHealth RN during visit and is the point of contact for real-time TeleHealth consults. 

Job Specific Duties

• Provides pediatric TeleHealth consultation triage with use of technology (i.e. mobile device, peripheral devices, and telephone). Obtains vital signs and chief complaint for RN consultation.
• Provides guidance and support during the TeleHealth encounter to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Responsible for equipment functioning. Notifies RN supervisor of any equipment malfunctions.
• Assists RN with mandated screenings for BMI, vision, hearing & scoliosis in a timely & efficient manner. Ensures accuracy of documentation & assists RN with initial parent notification of referrals.
• Reviews health records; enters screening data and interventions at minimum once annually and as required in the student's cumulative health record.
• Performs First Aid within scope of practice for students seeking care in the health clinic.
• Identifies students with chronic conditions, initiates contact with parents, and maintains RN informed of students requiring RN services.
• Ensures compliance with documentation for each student receiving services.
• Gathers data for biweekly reporting. Prepares reports as directed by RN supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area. Reports physical environment problems to RN supervisor.
• Assists leaders and clinical personnel with clerical duties as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant State of Florida license - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• CPR BLS -American Heart Association BLS
• First Aid - American Heart Association First Aid within 1 month of hire
• BACKGRD - Level II Background Check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1-3 years of license nursing experience preferred
• Experience in healthcare video teleconferencing/telemedicine or audio-visual operations preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Excellent problem solving ability in a broad range of areas to address all of the potential problems that might arise; scheduling conflicts, communication problems, technical problems, etc.
• Able to work independently
• Excellent organizational ability to maintain a system with few major problems and addresses the needs of all participants
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients, families, and co-workers
• Proficiency with computers, systems, and software; flexible with apps, phone, etc.
• Ability to learn appropriate software applications including MS Word, Excel, and data management
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing

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