Pediatric Unit Support Specialist (Float Pool)

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage, medical

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan and saving accounts

Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long‑ter

Tuition assistance, fitness resources,

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC, is hiring a Unit Support Associate to assist in patient care and unit operations. The role includes 1:1 patient observation, safety checks, and helping maintain supplies while supporting nursing staff.

Shifts can be day or night, with 8- or 12-hour options, and weekend rotations. High school diploma required; BLS certification preferred. This position offers a pathway to contribute to a leading pediatric hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 1:1 observation and safety duties
• Proficiency with basic computer tasks
• Knowledge of child development preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient safety and environmental safety checks
• Assist with activities of daily living and linen changes
• Maintain universal precautions and assist with breaks as directed by Charge Nurse
• Communicate with RN and team to set priorities and hand off information

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC, is hiring a Unit Support Associate to assist in patient care and unit operations. The role includes 1:1 patient observation, safety checks, and helping maintain supplies while supporting nursing staff.

Shifts can be day or night, with 8- or 12-hour options, and weekend rotations. High school diploma required; BLS certification preferred. This position offers a pathway to contribute to a leading pediatric hospital setting.