Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.)- Renaissance School

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Western Massachusetts is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to perform direct student care and related activities within the school setting, under the supervision of a nurse and classroom teacher. Duties include personal care, activities of daily living, and assist with the educational components under the teacher's guidance.

The role emphasizes student safety, confidentiality, collaboration with the nurse, therapists, and teachers, and adherence to school

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• CNA Certification and current competency documentation.
• CPR/First Aid certification or completion within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to follow school nurse and teacher directions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality of medical and educational concerns in the school setting.
• Collaborates with the student’s nurse, teacher and therapists to provide an optimal educational experience.
• Demonstrates professional behavior when interacting with staff, parents and students.
• Provides 1:1 direct and indirect student care focused on safety and participation.
• Assists with the student’s participation in activities, including swimming when necessary.
• Recognizes and reports abnormal signs and symptoms of common diseases and conditions.

Skills

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Communication

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Observational skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Documentation of training/competency

Job description

The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for performing direct student care and student care related activities, including, but not limited to: personal care, activities of daily living, and other clinical skills necessary to meet the objectives stated in the individual student plan of care. These require tasks and other administrative duties and responsibilities will be assigned and directed by the Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse and Classroom Teacher. CNA's may help deliver the educational component by assisting the student with hand over hand and other similar physical exercises with respect to the student(s) physical limitations in demonstrating his/her ability to perform the educational tasks as instructed by the teacher(s). CNA's assigned to a 1:1 role are primarily responsible for student safety, direct and indirect student care and should actively facilitate the student's learning. CNA’s shall not do classroom coverage in the absence of the classroom teacher.

Primary Functions Of The Job

• Maintains confidentiality of medical and educational related concerns in the school setting
• Collaborates with student 's school nurse, teacher and therapists to help provide the optimal educational experience for the student
• Demonstrates a professional behavior when interacting with school staff, parents and students
• Self-directed and works within the scope of the job description
• Takes directives and follows through with a high level of student care
• Demonstrates effective communicate with the student, supervising nurse, classroom co-workers. and others.
• Seeks assistance/guidance/information as needed
• Safely manage and operate equi Clean and maintain the equipment
• Follows established school department policies and procedures with regard to: attendance, work hours, safety
• Maintains professional dress and appearance including wearing of school issued I D and name tags
• Maintains professional, courteous, helpful attitude
• Maintains current CPR/First Aid and CNA certifications
• Assists with her/his 1:1 assigned students participation in the swim program including entering the pool when necessary with the student

Key Responsibilities Of The Job

• Recognizes and reports abnormal signs and symptoms of common diseases and conditions with student(s)
• Takes and records vital reports abnormal findings
• Sensitivity to student’s social and mental health needs
• Makes observations of student's environment to ensure safety and comfort of client
• Performs basic personal care skills such as mouth care, skin care, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, and feeding
• Uses assistive devices in ambulation, eating and dressing
• Performs range of motion and positioning
• Understands student’s rights and promotes independence
• Reports students concerns
• Knowledgeable or spread of disease causing microorganisms and uses policies and procedures to prevent spread of microorganisms
• Demonstrates ability to identify and implement safety and emergency procedures
• Identifies and demonstrates principles of body mechanics
• Provides escort and transport duties as needed for student care

Educational & Job Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• CNA Certification
• Documentation of job specific training/competency
• Certification in Basic Life Support (CPR/First Aid) or successful completion within 6 months or hire date

List Any Physical Requirements

• No lifting, bending or twisting restrictions
• Must be able to ambulate quickly and walk up four nights of stairs.

Additional Information

• The above job description provides a general outline of the role of the Certified Nursing Assistant. It is not intended to describe every possible job function. Other duties could be assigned by Classroom Teacher.

About Our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at [e-mail].

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, [e-mail], the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr, or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O’Sullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55428, [e-mail].

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to [e-mail]