Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 1:1

Certified Nursing AssistantWork Day Calendar Hourly Pay Rate: $22.21+ (Salary placement is based on experience.)The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will provide one-on-one support to a student with complex medical and developmental history which could include rare medical diagnoses, seizures, language and attention challenges, and adaptive delays. The CNA will assist the student in accessing the school environment safely and effectively, supporting daily living, medical, and educational needs under the guidance of licensed medical professionals and the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) team.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Supervise and respond to signs of seizures in accordance with the student's Seizure Action PlanMonitor for episodes of visual disturbance or vision loss; follow established safety and reassurance protocolsAssist with physical positioning, transitions, and mobilityTrack and report symptoms, including duration and frequency of medical events, to nursing and educational teamsSupport student during feeding times, ensuring adequate nutrition and minimizing distractionsAssist with bathroom routines, including wiping and hygiene tasksReinforce educational goals under the direction of special education teachers and therapistsOffer frequent redirection and refocusing due to attention challengesSupport language comprehension by offering simplified and repeated directionsImplement and reinforce accommodations and modifications from the IEP and therapy teamMaintain daily communication logs and document interventions and student responsesPerform other duties as assignedEducation, Training and Experience:HS diploma or GED requiredCompletion of a state approved CNA program preferred at the time of hire, otherwise a state approved CNA certification will be required to be obtained within 16 weeks of hire dateBilingual Spanish/English preferred due to student's primary languageMinimum of two years of relevant experience, preferably in an educational settingExperience working with children with medical complexity or developmental disabilitiesStrong communication skills and sensitivity to working with families from diverse backgroundsAbility to remain calm under pressure and respond to medical needs swiftly and appropriatelyOral and written communication in English and Spanish, strong interpersonal, basic math, keyboarding, personal computer, word processing, organization, coordination, research and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations governing school systems and programsCurrent CNA certification in the State of Colorado (required)CPR and First Aid certification requiredThe employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsBasic knowledge of computers and office equipmentCriminal background check and District fingerprinting required