Pediatric CNA

Pediatric Health Choice; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Health and Dental insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

401K with match

Educational benefits

Job summary

Pediatric Health Choice in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our pediatric care team. You will assist with routine child care, monitor vital signs, and help administer treatments under RN supervision.

The role requires CNA certification and at least one year of experience with infants and children. Flexible, full-time hours are available at our New Orleans site, with a focus on safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited CNA program.
• Valid CNA certification.
• Current Pediatric Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR.
• Minimum one year experience in care of infants, toddlers and children.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team in routine child care activities.
• Perform clinical skills per standards; assist nurse with treatments as requested.
• Participate in data collection: VSS, BP, weights, specimens, etc.
• Record clinical findings and patient information in designated records.
• Report to RN any patient/family issues needing assessment or intervention.
• Maintain infection control and cleanliness; follow universal precautions.
• Transport and care for child in isolation as assigned.
• Participate in play/child development activities and daily routines.

Skills

CPR certified

Infant care

Pediatric care

Communication

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Career Opportunities with Pediatric Health Choice

A great place to work.

Careers At Pediatric Health Choice

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Pediatric Health Choice, a PHS company specialize in providing exceptional care for medically complex, technology-dependent, and behaviorally challenged children. Our pioneering child-focused, family-oriented service model has set the standard across the nation.

As the largest operator of Ambulatory Medical Day Health Centers in the U.S., we are proud to be Medicaid certified and fully licensed by state regulatory agencies, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety.

• Position: Certified Nursing Assistant
• Location: New Orleans, LA
• Hours: Flexible Hours | Full Time | 30+ hours/week

THE POSITION:

• Assists nursing team in the delivery of routine child care activities.
• Performs clinical skills according to established standards of care; assists nurse with treatments/procedures as requested.
• Participates in data collection, i.e., VSS, BP, weights, collection of specimens, etc.
• Records clinical findings, patient information, interventions, and patient responses in designated records.
• Reports to designated Registered Nurse any specific patient/family issues, signs and symptoms, concerns or problems requiring further assessment, communication, investigation, and/or intervention.
• Recognizes the need for and initiates CPR as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of the patients and their families.
• Maintains clean, safe unit environment; minimizes the risk of the transfer of infection or injury by adhering to universal precautions and barrier techniques; identifies and reports safety hazards to designated Registered Nurse.
• Manages specialized patient care, i.e., child in isolation, as assigned.
• Participates in play/child development/educational activities as directed.
• Accepts child care assignments and center maintenance duties or discusses problems/concerns with designated Clinical Manager.
• Attends communication meetings, child care conferences, and clinical inservices as appropriate.
• Prepares meals for children as per meal plan guidelines or per individual child’s prescribed nutritional plan.
• Labels and maintains stock/individual child food/formula supply; stores opened food/formula in labeled/sealed/closed containers; checks expiration dates and disposes of accordingly; performs weekly disposal of all opened perishable items; shops for meal plan program as directed.
• Cleanses feeding tubes daily with vinegar solution and air dries; places tubing in refrigerator nightly.
• Changes bed linens on set days, i.e., M W F and/or between children and when linen is soiled; maintains laundry.
• Cleanses suction canisters/connecting tubing daily with vinegar solution and air dries if used.
• Changes feeding tubes, bulb syringes and nebulizer units weekly.
• Cleans beds, high chairs, swings, exam table, plastic mats, etc. daily and/or between children.
• Performs minor center/equipment repairs and assembles new furniture/equipment.
• Takes inventory; replaces/orders stock medical supplies based on established weekly par levels; checks in supplies when delivered (compares shipping invoice with actual supplies delivered) and puts supplies away; forwards packing slip to designated Administrative Coordinator.
• Performs daily duties outlined in the Food/Formula Expiration Log and completes accordingly.
• Performs duties as outlined in the Direct Care Staff Daily Routine, Therapeutic Play Staff Daily Routine and Therapeutic Play Typical Daily Routine study guides.

Transport (PPEC Facility Only):

• Safeguard children during transport to/from PPEC Center.
• Respond to emergencies; activate EMS if needed.
• Maintain and inventory emergency medical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with transport policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited vocational school for Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Valid Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Completion of a pediatric basic life support certification course; current CPR card.
• Minimum one year experience in the care of infants, toddlers and children

Why Choose Us?

• Impactful Work: Make a profound difference in the lives of children and families facing unique health challenges.
• Innovative Environment: Join a team at the forefront of pediatric health care innovation and best practices.
• Career Growth: Explore diverse opportunities for professional development and advancement within our expanding network.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who share a commitment to excellence and compassionate care.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits packages, and a supportive work environment.

THE BENEFITS

• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Health and Dental insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401K with match & educational benefits

We look forward to learning more about you & the skills you can bring to Pediatric Health Choice!

Pediatric Health Choice is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunities for all regardless of protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.