CNA (PRN)

ChildServe • Johnston, IA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the children and young adults with daily living and encouraging their independence. CNAs work with the supervisor, therapists, nursing staff, and families in program development and implementation. Examples include assisting the children and young adults with personal cares, preparing meals, caring for household, community exposure/ involvement, and other life skills areas.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• Must be willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Iowa.
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred
• Med Aide or Medication Manager certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the children or young adults in becoming as independent as possible in personal cares, preparing meals, caring for household, and other life skills areas.
• Assist with transportation as needed.
• Assists the children or young adults with treatments as appropriate and is knowledgeable of medications and times they are to be given.
• Assists with community involvement such as community recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities and more.

Benefits

• Top Workplace every year since 2014
• Partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• Serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services.
• Gain new certifications, continue education, take expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance career.
• Environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED