Nursing Assistant (CNA)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Assist the program nurse with measuring and recording children's vital signs
• Accurately and promptly report health information and concerns to the program nurse
• Conduct daily health checks and follow up on medical issues or concerns
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student health records
• Enter child health documentation into electronic software systems
• Perform basic first aid and clinical skills under the direction of the program nurse
• Provide appropriate adjunct care and refer care to the school nurse or director when outside the CNA scope of practice
• Participate in required Head Start health screenings, including hearing, vision, and nutrition screenings
• Help maintain current physical and dental examination records for each child
• Collaborate with program nurses and other team members to provide high-quality health, oral health, mental health, and nutritional services
• Help ensure services are developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate and support each child's growth and school readiness
• Every day, you'll play an important role in helping children feel healthy, safe, supported, and ready to learn.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Current Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• Strong tech skills; computer/data-entry skills
• Ability to speak and understand English
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Preferred: 1-2 years of healthcare experience
• Pediatric or school-based healthcare experience is a plus
• Internship, clinical, work-study, and volunteer experience may be considered
• Portuguese, Arabic, or Spanish language skills are a plus, but not required

We're looking for someone who is caring, organized, reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working as part of a collaborative team.