CNA for Pediatric Medical Daycare

About the role

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works under the supervision of the Director of Nursing or designated Registered Nurse and provides direct patient care as assigned by the Registered Nurse (RN). The CNA provides quality care in accordance with PPEC standards and regulations to clients as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Ride and assist with the transportation of the children to and from the PPEC facility.
• Pass a competency evaluation with at least a score of 80% or better, including but not limited to:
  • Communication skills
  • Observation, reporting, and documentation of a client’s status and the care or service furnished
  • Reading and recording temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressures as needed or ordered by physician
  • Basic infection control procedures and instruction on universal precautions
  • Basic elements of body functions and changes in body function that must be reported to the supervisor
  • Maintenance of a clean, healthy, and safe environment
  • Recognizing emergencies and knowledge of emergency procedures
  • Recognizing the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients and ways to work with the populations served by the PPEC, including respect for the client and their privacy and property
  • Appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming, such as:
    • Bed bath
    • Sponge, tub, or shower bath
    • Shampoo, sink, tub, or bed
    • Nail and hair care
    • Oral hygiene
    • Toileting and eliminating
  • Safe transfer techniques and ambulation
  • Normal range of motion and positioning
  • Adequate nutrition and fluid intake
  • Patient rights
  • Any other task that the PPEC may choose to have the CNA perform

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Must hold a valid Certified Nurse Assistant certification, with no restrictions, obtained through successful completion of an approved program.
• Must have (1) year experience in the care of infants and toddlers (this experience must be verified by reference checks).
• Must hold a current CPR certification.
• Evidence of sympathetic attitude toward care of the medically fragile child.
• Demonstrates the ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
• Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands.
• Good verbal and written communications skills required.
• Attends twelve (12) hours of CNA-oriented in-services per year.
• Participates in professional meetings when directed.
• Is able to work in a closely supervised environment to ensure competence in providing patient care.

Physical Requirements

• Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication.
• Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing, cleaning.
• Ability to deal effectively with stress.
• Able to bend and stand an average of 6 hours per day.
• Able to lift up to 50-75 pounds.
• Able to write up to 3 hours per day.
• Able to work in a stressful environment.
• Able to assess and communicate with patients, co-workers, and the general public.
• Neat in appearance and practice, with good personal hygiene.

Pay

Pay Range: $25,000 - $35,000

Benefits

• Medical Health Plans
• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Patient Care Coordination Services
• and much more!