Certified Nurse Assistant (Anticipated) 2021/2022 school year

To maximize the effectiveness of your application, it is recommended that you provide a cover letter which describes the specific training and experience that you have for the position(s) that you are applying for and that you ensure that the certification information in your SchoolSpring profile is updated. Your MA DESE certification number will allow us to verify that you possess the correct license. Please make sure that you SchoolSpring resume, specifically, is updated and complete.ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE: This position is accountable for the administration of direct student care and student care related activities including but not limited to: personal care, activities of daily living (ADLs), assisting with educational activities, and other skills required to meet individual student plan of care and learning objectives. Tasks and duties will be assigned and directed by a Registered Nurse (RN) and classroom teacher.

CNAs/MAs may be assigned to one or more students to meet the needs of students throughout the district.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Maintain Safe Environment: Demonstrate proper body mechanics when moving/transferring studentUtilize available adaptive and/or mechanical equipment as appropriatePrevent falls and injuryMaintain oxygen therapy when utilized by ensuring proper mask/nasal cannula placement, equipment connections and tube connection patencyRecognize and time suspected seizure activity and report to classroom teacher/school nurse Perform Heimlich maneuver if necessaryInitiate CPR and alert Crisis Management Team if indicated2.Prevent and Control Infection: Follow the WPS Universal Precaution Policy and ProceduresAssist student with handwashing before/after eating, toileting and as neededUtilize proper handwashing before contact with studentReport suspected symptoms of infection to school nurse and Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC)3.Perform Basic Nursing Skills: Obtain and document Vital Signs (Temperature, Blood Pressure, Pulse and Respiratory Rate)Monitor and document oral intake and output 4.Assist students with five basic activities of daily living (ADLs): EatingPrepare food and set up trayApply prescribed orthotics required for eating Maintain proper positioning to minimize choking/aspirationMonitor student throughout mealtimeBathing/GroomingAssist with personal hygiene and grooming (mouth care, brush/comb hair, skin care)Ensure prescribed eyeglasses and hearing aides are being wornDressingAssist with changing clothes as neededToiletingAssist with toilet hygiene: ensure privacy, safe transfer to toilet, change diapers/pull-ups, wipe and clean perineum, inspect skin, document outputFunctional MobilityAssist with moving from one place to another using mechanical equipment/transferring aides as appropriateProvide escort and transport duties as needed for student care 5. Communication: Follow established policies/procedures and seeks clarification when neededMaintain student confidentiality Collaborate with school nurse, teacher, therapists, and other school staff to help provide an optimal learning experience for studentsDemonstrates professional behavior with all interactionsMaintain professional dress and appearance; wear WPS identification badgeComplete required documentation forms and submit accordinglyMonitor student condition and report observations and/or changes in condition to school nurse and CCC6. Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, natural origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.7. Responsible to perform other job-related duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1.Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant with valid license or certification to practice in Massachusetts2.Current certification in CPR/AED/First Aid3.Maintain annual certifications as required by the WPS Nursing Department including but not limited to Universal Precautions and Physical RestraintPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1.Ability to speak Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Vietnamese, Albanian, Twi or an African language.WORK YEAR: 183 work year, 8 hours a day, Non-Represented PositionSALARY: $15.00-$20.00 per hourTO APPLY: Any person interested in these positions must submit a resume, and a cover letter on-line at www.worcesterschools.org.

This deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment.