Certified Nurse Assistant (Repost) (SY26-27)

James Russell Lowell Elementary School; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Public Schools is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (1:1) to support a designated student at James Russell Lowell Elementary School. You will work under the supervision of the school nurse to ensure health, safety, and full participation in the school day.

The role requires current CNA license and CPR/First Aid, with responsibilities including personal care, mobility help, first aid, and health monitoring in a collaborative school setting. Immediate start.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy, and dedication to individualized student care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow the school nurse’s directions and care plans.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
• Current CNA license.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Preferred: previous experience with children in educational/healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assist the student with activities of daily living including toileting, diapering, hygiene, and feeding.
• Mobility Support: Safe lifting, transferring, and mobility assistance throughout the day.
• Medical Support: Deliver first aid and ongoing health-related care as directed by the nurse.
• Health Monitoring: Observe vitals and changes, report to the nurse.
• Emergency Response: Respond to health-related emergencies.
• Collaboration: Work with nurse, teachers, and therapists on the student’s health/educational plan.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Follow care plans

Confidentiality

CPR and First Aid

Education

CNA license

Job description

Certified Nurse Assistant (Repost) (SY26-27)

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Certified Nurse's Assistant - Special Education

Position Type: Full-time

Department:Nursing

Location:Lowell

Reports to: School Principal

Affiliation:WEA Unit D

Salary Range: $28.20 -$30.49 per hour based on experience per the Unit D Salary Scale

General Description:

The 1:1 Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides individualized health support and direct care for a designated student during the school day under the supervision of the school nurse. This role ensures the student’s health, safety, and well-being, allowing for full participation in educational activities.

Responsibilities :

• Personal Care: Assist the assigned student with activities of daily living, including toileting, diapering, hygiene, and feeding.
• Mobility Support: Provide safe lifting, transferring, and mobility assistance throughout the school day.
• Medical Support: Deliver first aid and provide ongoing health-related care as directed by the school nurse.
• Health Monitoring: Observe and track the student’s health status, including vital signs and any changes in condition, reporting promptly to the school nurse.
• Emergency Response: Respond quickly to health-related emergencies for the assigned student.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the school nurse, teachers, and therapists to support the student’s individualized health and educational plan.

Safety and Environment: Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for the assigned student at all times.

Qualifications Required:

• Patience, empathy, and dedication to individualized student care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow the school nurse’s directions and care plans
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
• Current CNA license
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred:

• Previous experience working with children, particularly in educational or healthcare settings

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and have the p hysical ability to lift, transfer, and assist a student with mobility

Equal Opportunity Employer Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Jennifer Thermenos , Nurse Coordinator
• Watertown Public Schools
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]