Nursing Assistant | Adams, Massachusetts

Job Description

Job Description

Minimum 1+ years Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) experience and CNA certificate required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Exciting opportunity for a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide vital support to a kindergarten student with high-level medical needs. This full-time, short-term role focuses on dedicated, one-on-one care for a student who uses a wheelchair, within a supportive school environment.

Schedule/Hours:

• Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
• Coverage needed from September to November (approximately 2 1/2 months)
• Possible extension for the full school year

Desired Qualifications:

• Active certification as a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Nurse Assistant)
• Experience working with children, especially in a school or pediatric care setting, preferred
• Skilled in assisting individuals with high medical needs and limited mobility
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, especially in a classroom environment
• Compassionate and patient demeanor

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct, individualized care and support for a kindergarten student during the school day
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and daily personal care routines as needed for the student’s safety and well-being
• Monitor and support the student’s medical needs, following all care protocols and collaborating with school health staff
• Ensure the student’s comfort and participation in classroom activities and transitions
• Communicate regularly with teachers, school nurses, and family to provide updates and coordinate care

This contract position offers a rewarding chance to make a lasting impact in a young student’s educational journey, working closely with dedicated professionals in a school setting.

If you have a passion for pediatric care and are ready for meaningful one-on-one nursing assistance work in a school environment, we encourage you to apply today!

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