CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, SUMMER PROGRAMS

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of Registered Nurse, Summer CNA's provide support for basic student care that meets summer program guidelines and performance standards for students participating in the summer programs. Works directly with parents, children and summer program staff to ensure identified health and dental needs are addressed. These are temporary summer positions for June 5th - July 10th.

Requirements

Hold a High School Diploma/GED - Required
Have a valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License
Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of relevant experience is preferred; pediatric experience is preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

Responsibilities

Ensures compliance with related laws and policies, such as reporting suspected child abuse and immunization and Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) laws
Assists with and/or completes health screenings (e.g. vision, hearing, dental, height, weight, etc.); collaborates with parent/guardian and relevant staff to obtain physical examinations as required, per summer program guidelines
Reviews health and nutrition histories and follows up on health concerns; completes health and developmental history
Determines immunizations are current at the time of summer programs enrollment and a written plan is in place to ensure needed immunizations are completed in a timely manner
Determines or assists in establishing a source of ongoing and accessible medical and dental care during the summer programs
Collaborates with Registered Nurse and other staff as appropriate to develop Health Care Action Plans for specific health care concerns; maintains ongoing communication with appropriate staff to assure completion and coordination of services to children and families
Works with school based health staff/RNs to consult on medical referrals, and if needed, to provide triage for minor acute illnesses and accidents
Maintains accurate and organized records, including utilization of District and program databases and other technology platforms, to ensure accuracy of monthly and annual reports
Perform other duties as assigned.