Pediatric CNA

Tender Care; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric care service provider is seeking compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide daily care for medically fragile children in a support-centric environment. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patient safety, and offering emotional support. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills, a caring nature, and relevant certifications. This position requires teamwork and adherence to safety protocols while working with children in a pediatric care setting.

Qualifications

• One year of experience caring for infants or children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Compassion and dependability are vital traits.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to task assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with activities of daily living, including feeding, bathing, and personal care.
• Check and report patient vital signs to nursing staff.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to children.
• Supervise and participate in structured play activities.
• Monitor patient safety and adhere to care plans.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Compassionate, patient, and dependable

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Team-oriented mindset

Education

CNA, Medical Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic certification

Job description

Tender Care Medical Services is seeking compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide daily care and support to medically fragile children in our Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) centers. This role focuses on patient safety, comfort, and engagement in a supportive, team-based environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist children with activities of daily living, including feeding, bathing, diapering, toileting, repositioning, and personal care

Check and report patient vital signs to nursing staff

Provide emotional support, comfort, and reassurance to children

Supervise and participate in structured indoor and outdoor play activities

Follow individualized patient care plans

Monitor patient safety and report concerns or abnormal findings

Maintain cleanliness and follow infection control and sanitization protocols

Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, licensing standards, and company policies

Work collaboratively with nursing and support staff

Complete assigned daily tasks and other duties as directed

Working Conditions

Work performed indoors, outdoors, and occasionally in company vehicles

Exposure to biohazardous materials and pediatric care environments

May involve loud, crying, or distressed children

Requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and hands-on care

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs independently

Ability to participate in team lifts for heavier loads

Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and use hands repetitively

Ability to ride in a company vehicle for extended periods when required

Ability to comply with Drug-Free Workplace policies

Preferred Qualifications

One year of experience caring for infants or children

CNA, Medical Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic certification

Required Skills and Abilities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Compassionate, patient, and dependable

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Team-oriented mindse

Equal Opportunity Statement

Tender Care Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.