South St. Paul Public Schools

2026-27 Licensed School Health Associate

South St. Paul Public Schools  •  Onsite  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Licensed School Health Associate
Department: Kaposia Education Center
Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Building Principal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $33.54 an hout

General Summary of Purpose of Job:
The Licensed School Health Associate (RN or LPN) supports school health services under the direction of a Licensed School Nurse (LSN), providing first aid, administering medications, maintaining health records, and assisting with screenings and student health needs. The role includes managing health office operations and communicating with students, families, and staff. All nursing tasks are performed only as delegated by the LSN, and the position does not replace the Licensed School Nurse.


SECTION II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Deliver immediate care to ill or injured students/staff, complete incident reports, and notify parents/guardians per protocol.
  • Coordinate with the Licensed School Nurse (LSN), safely dispense medications, and maintain precise administration records.
  • Collect immunization data, track compliance, and report non-compliant students to the LSN.
  • Perform and coordinate screenings (vision, hearing), document results, and manage follow-ups and referrals.
  • Carry out delegated nursing procedures and assist with accommodations to support student participation in school.
  • Share relevant health updates with staff, students, families, and administration; escalate serious concerns appropriately.
  • Collaborate regularly with the LSN and participate in meetings related to student health and IEP planning.
  • Maintain a clean, organized office; order supplies; and ensure readiness for daily health services.
  • Complete required reports (e.g., accident reports, third-party billing, state screening reports) accurately and on time.
  • Identify hazards, support health education initiatives, and serve as a resource to staff on health-related matters.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

SECTION III: WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum education and experience required to perform adequately in position could reasonably be attained only by completing the following:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Current MN RN or LPN license

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: (Identify licenses/certification required upon hiring:

  • Valid driver's license

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WORK:

  • First aid and CPR certification requirements
  • Health screening procedures (vision, hearing, lice, height/weight, scoliosis)
  • Confidentiality standards and handling of proprietary information
  • School procedures, protocols, and professional expectations
  • Organization and time management for complex tasks and projects
  • Effective verbal and written communication across diverse populations
  • Computer proficiency for documentation and records
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking in complex or non-routine situations
  • Positive professional communication and representation of the district
  • Work independently with minimal supervision while following procedures
  • Prioritize, schedule, and complete multiple assignments within deadlines
  • Anticipate problems and implement practical solutions
  • Respond quickly and decisively in crisis situations
  • Exercise judgment regarding confidentiality and appropriate information use
  • Adapt communication to varying socioeconomic and cognitive levels
  • Recognize personal and professional limitations
  • Demonstrate maturity, stability, and professionalism
  • Show interest and effectiveness in working with children/adolescents
  • Learn and apply new procedures and protocols

Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools:

  • HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental

  • 403(b) retirement with district match

  • PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) benefits

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Paid time off and leave benefits

South St. Paul Public Schools

About South St. Paul Public Schools

The mission of South St. Paul Public Schools, Minnesota’s First K-12 International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools District, is to ignites a passion in every learner to inquire, continuously improve and engage in positively changing our world. The schools are the bedrock of a diverse, supportive community that provides numerous opportunities for student, family and community involvement. SSP's Packer Pride can be felt in the variety of academic, extracurricular and enrichment activities it currently provides and in its encouragement of students and staff to create new groups and opportunities that serve the unique needs of each and every learner.

As an IB World Schools District, SSP provides a unique educational experience for all K-12 students rooted in a cross-disciplinary approach to learning focused on developing internationally-minded, lifelong learners. Through the IB Program, students are invited to discover for themselves that learning can be an exciting, challenging and rewarding process of exploring the world around us. The IB Learner Profile places the student at the heart of the educational experience, focusing attention on the processes and outcomes of learning and allowing for creative pathways to get there.

In addition to a strong K-12 experience, SSP is committed to serving all learners, from birth through adulthood. The district offers free preschool classes at both of its elementary schools, with additional early learning and family education classes available at the district’s Family Education Center. Before and after school childcare, youth enrichment and adult learning programs (including Adult Basic Education, GED and English Learner classes) are offered through the district’s involvement in the TriDistrict Community Program.

We honor our history and traditions while also embracing new approaches and pathways to learning. In so doing, we ensure that South St. Paul Public Schools can prepare each and every learner for their next step.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
South St. Paul, MN
Year Founded
1853
Website
sspps.org
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