Certified Nursing Assistant - 2026 - 2027 School Year

DPS•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant provides support for basic student care that meets program guidelines and performance standards. Works directly with parents, children and program staff to ensure identified health and dental needs are addressed. Denver Public Schools (DPS) offers a culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed. This is a continuous job posting seeking multiple candidates for positions available throughout the 2026 - 2027 school year.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
One (1) or more years of relevant experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
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.
The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance.
Effective communication skills.
Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.
Strong attention to detail.
High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multicultural environment with district and school leaders, faculty, staff and students.
Works collaboratively with others on a team.
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to travel to sites across the district.
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

Pediatric experience is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish is highly 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

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, provides support for basic student care that meets program guidelines and performance standards.
Works directly with parents, children and program staff to ensure identified health and dental needs are addressed.
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 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 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.
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.
Collaborates with nurse and nutrition consultant to obtain healthy weight determination and provide nutrition education to 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.