Student Health Technician (DC Public Schools)

DC's children need you! We are seeking public health oriented Student Health Technicians (CNA, EMT or PCT Certified) with a determination and commitment to improving the lives of children in the DC public school system. Under the direction of our Registered Nurse and Licensed Practice Nurse teams, our Student Health Techs are front line advocates for children, every single day of the year.

As a member of the health care team, the Student Health Technician will perform selected tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse, in cluster teams that will oversee care for a group of designated schools in DC. The Student Health Tech may perform a variety of services for students after the initial evaluation and nursing care plan has been developed by the registered nurse, which may include, but is not limited to: conducting and documenting screening procedures such as measuring height, weight, vision and hearing, performing data entry and other administrative tasks, etc. The CSS School Health Associate will also recognize deviations from normal screenings and report abnormal readings to the appropriate person. Additionally, the School Health Associate will rotate between schools as assigned. This position will support cluster teams with the maintenance of current health records on all students.

Children's National provides comprehensive school health nursing services to school-age children in the areas of health promotion and disease prevention while also safeguarding their integrity and recognizing their right to make their own decisions.

Minimum Work Experience

• 2 years related clinical nursing assistant, EMT or PCT experience in a comparable setting.
• 2 years of health care experience in a community health, ambulatory care, inpatient or school health setting.
• 1 year of Pediatric experience

Required Certifications and Training

• Nursing Assistant, EMT or Patient Care Technician Certification Required (Any State)
• BLS for Providers
• First Aid Certification from a Red Cross or American Heart Association approved provider
• AOM Certification (To Be Completed within 1st 4 months of employment)

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of medical terminology; community resources; interviewing techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Perform various screening techniques.
• Monitor vital signs and discern deviations from the norm.
• Knowledge of basic first aid procedures and practices.
• Demonstrates sensitivity when dealing with persons with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Proficient knowledge of computer skills.