Certified Nursing Assistant Explore Pediatrics Program (2026 Cohort)

Seattle Children's•Seattle, WA

2d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Seattle Children’s is excited to host its annual Explore Pediatrics program! Students from all backgrounds who are interested in gaining exposure to pediatric nursing careers, but do not already hold a Certified Nursing Assistant license, are encouraged to apply. If you are unable to adhere to the key dates below, then we encourage you to apply at a later time. Key Dates Application Open: March 4 – March 27, 2026 Interview Day: April 9, 2026 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) CNA Training (Highline College): June 22 – July 24, 2026 on-site at Highline’s main campus and Judson Park locations in South Seattle. Students will need to complete all required application steps to enroll; please visit Highline’s program website here to review training information. Highline's program application must be submitted by Monday, May 25, 2026, to qualify for this employment opportunity. Seattle Children’s Employment: October 2026 – April 2027 Program Benefits & Requirements Funding: Seattle Children’s covers tuition, books, and supplies for the Highline College CNA program. Commitment: 6 months of employment (Oct 2026 – April 2027) Note: Early withdrawal may require repayment of training costs. Onboarding & Orientation (Oct 26–Nov 15) 20 hours of combined virtual and in-person mandatory onboarding, followed by 72 hours of 8 or 12-hour shifts at the hospital with preceptors Orientation will be offered at an accelerated schedule of 0.6-0.9 FTE (24-36 hours/week) on day and night shift in a 2-3 week period. Program Duration: Upon completion of required onboarding & orientation, students will transition to a 0.3-0.4 FTE (12-16 hours/week) in Nov 2026 and begin 6 months of employment through April 2027. Students can meet their FTE by working 8 or 12 hour shifts; day, evening or night shifts offered. We will do our best to accommodate student academic schedules. Students will work in one of the following inpatient units: Medical, Surgical, ICU, Acute Care Float Pool, or Outpatient Cancer & Blood Disorders Center & Immunology How to Apply To be considered, you must complete the following by March 27, 2026: Online Application: Apply via the Seattle Children’s careers site. Resume: Include full work history, education, and any certifications you may have. Personal Statement: Email a 250–350 word statement on your interest in nursing to [email protected] with the subject “EXPLORE PEDIATRICS – PERSONAL STATEMENT.” Transcripts: Email official or unofficial transcripts to the same address with the subject “APPLICATION TRANSCRIPT - EXPLORE PEDIATRICS.” The Hiring Process Selected candidates will receive an email invitation for a 30-minute interview. Action Required: You must confirm your interview slot within 48 hours of receiving the invite. Offers will be made within 24 hours of the interview. Candidates who accept an offer will receive an electronic copy of the Highline CNA Training Summer 1 application to complete and submit no later than Monday, May 25, 2026. In addition to the application, all accepted candidates are required to submit the following: Current mailing address so Highline can ship CNA supplies Current TB Test Result (within past 12 months): TB test result must remain valid throughout the entire clinical period.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Current certification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Washington.
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in a pediatric health care setting.

Benefits

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

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