PPEC Pediatric CNA: Caring for Medically Fragile Kids

Easterseals Bluegrass; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Easterseals Bluegrass is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide hands-on care in a licensed PPEC setting for medically fragile children. You will work under the supervision of an RN, assist with daily living activities, monitor health, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

Requirements include a CNA certification, a High School diploma or GED, and pediatric CPR/BLS. Prior experience with children, especially with medically fragile or special needs, is preferred.

Qualifications

• CNA certification in the state of practice is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification (pediatric-focused preferred).
• Experience working with children is preferred; experience with medically fragile or special needs children is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of basic patient care, safety practices, and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to medically fragile children under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living including feeding, toileting, hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures.
• Monitor children for changes in condition and report concerns promptly to the RN.
• Support safe participation in age-appropriate activities in a developmentally appropriate environment.
• Follow care plans, physician orders, and delegated nursing tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Infection control knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

CPR/BLS certification (pediatric-focused)

Job description

Easterseals Bluegrass is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide hands-on care in a licensed PPEC setting for medically fragile children. You will work under the supervision of an RN, assist with daily living activities, monitor health, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

Requirements include a CNA certification, a High School diploma or GED, and pediatric CPR/BLS. Prior experience with children, especially with medically fragile or special needs, is preferred.