Description

Location: Golisano Children's Hospital - 9981 S. HealthPark Drive Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: PPEC

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/7:00:00AM to 4:30:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$20.50 - $24.09 / hour

This position is Mon - Fri. 7:00am to 4:30pm The start and end times are variable depending on the department needs. Seeking applicants who are flexible to work the hours needed.

• One year of experience working with infants/toddlers required, as well as a FL license for Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Will consider candidates who have experience working with children in a daycare/church program/foster parenting/YMCA. Babysitting only if validated with references.
• Applicants with experience caring for children with Special Needs, or background in a Pediatric office or Hospital setting strongly preferred
• Submit a complete Resume for best consideration and aLevel ll background check required prior to hire

The Golisano Children's Hospital Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center (PPEC) is a friendly and nurturing place for children who require skilled nursing care. PPEC provides an array of services for children with special medical needs including day health care, developmental planning and interventions, therapies and rehabilitation, case management, and parental support and education.

Children who take advantage of our unique program receive the benefits of socialization and peer stimulation while receiving tender loving care when they are not at home.PPEC is staffed with skilled nurses and CNA's trained to identify and treat acute illnesses or chronic conditions to avert possible hospitalization and interruption in the childs treatment program.

Our staff works directly with pediatricians, therapists, social workers, developmental specialists, teachers, pediatric subspecialists and dieticians to provide comprehensive medical care.

Summary

Provides patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the nurse. Responsible for implementing components of the plan of care through the initiation/completion of procedures relating to basic human, mental health, social needs, comfort, safety and emergency measures; activities of daily living; personal care needs; nutrition and fluid and elimination needs. May have access to and transport non-controlled medications as directed.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; completion of a State Approved, CNA Education Program required (with at least 120 hours of academic studies and clinical training; 165 hours preferred in Acute Care).

Experience: Previous CNA work experience preferred; or new graduate CNA with clinical training.

Certification: Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required; current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date.License: Current Florida CNA Certification; or a CNA certification active in another state which is transferrable to obtain Florida certification under reciprocity.

Other: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required. Knowledge of medical terminology.

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