Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Experience with school aged children Clerical and computer skills Is able to independently read, write, speak and comprehend the English language Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities To follow health room procedures as outlined in the East Penn School District Standing Orders for sick and/or injured students and personnel To provide emergency care to students and staff when necessary To advise the building nurse when a serious situation arises that would need contact with a parent and/or physician To administer medication to students in accordance with the procedures as outlined in the East Penn School District Use of Medication Policy To request assistance from the building nurse when there is a question concerning the response to a health problem To keep building nurse apprised of appropriate information regarding health room management To assist the building nurse in establishing and/or maintaining each student's health record To inform relevant staff of the disposition of ill or injured students To assume other responsibilities as directed by the Director of Student Services and/or the building nurse To learn and perform new procedures as they become necessary in the care of students with special medical needs The employee will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by the Director of Student Services or Certified School Nurse. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas Can independently travel between locations in the Lehigh Valley without public transportation Can stand/walk for lengthy periods of time EOE.