Job Opening: Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) / School Health Aide
Location: Founders Classical Academy of Leander Job Type: Full-time Reports To: School Nurse
Position Summary
Founders Classical Academy of Leander is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) to support our school health services. Often referred to as a Health Aide, Clinic Aide, or Special Education Aide, the UAP plays a vital role in carrying out limited, daily health-related tasks. Under the delegation and supervision of the School Nurse (RN) or district medical advisor, the UAP ensures our students receive basic care, medication administration, and a safe, welcoming clinic environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Direct Student Care & Emergency Response
- Provide basic first aid and care for minor injuries, illnesses, and chronic health conditions in accordance with district policy and protocols.
- Administer student medications under the assignment of the school administrator or delegation of the RN, strictly following district policies.
- Take and accurately document student vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure) upon completion of proper training.
- Serve as an unlicensed diabetes care assistant (subject to appropriate training based on the Texas Diabetes Care Guide).
- Contact parents as needed and/or to arrange student pick-ups according to established health protocols.
- Escalate emergencies and contact EMS as directed by protocols or the supervising School Nurse (RN).
Clinic Management & Administration
- Maintain an efficient and safe clinic environment, strictly adhering to infection control procedures.
- Securely maintain, sort, and file confidential student health records and review them for completeness.
- Assist the school health team with routine screening programs.
- Order, inventory, and maintain health office supplies.
- Send out routine health notices and communications to parents.
Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate student complaints and clinical findings to supervising school health staff for further direction.
- Maintain regular communication with the School Health Coordinator or School Nurse (RN) regarding specific student health concerns, communicable diseases, safety hazards, and non-routine matters.
Qualifications & Requirements
The ideal candidate will have prior experience or training in a health-related setting. Candidates must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Experience: Previous experience in healthcare or clinical support.
- Certifications: 1-2 years of College, preferred interest in healthcare.
- Training: Formal first aid training (e.g., Red Cross or similar program), OR willingness to successfully complete a campus/district orientation covering school health services (medication administration, diabetes care, etc.).
Working Conditions
- Standard school environment and health clinic setting.
- Requires the ability to maintain composure during high-stress situations or medical emergencies.