Pediatric CNA / Patient Care Tech

At Pediatric Health Choice, a proud PHS company, we specialize in nurturing children with complex medical needs. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide exceptional, compassionate care for medically fragile and technology-dependent children in a warm, family-centered environment.

Make a Real Difference. Feel Valued. Love What You Do.

• Position: Certified Nursing Assistant
• Location: St. Petersburg, FL
• Hours: Flexible Hours | Full Time | 30+ hours/week

THE POSITION:

• Assists nursing team in the delivery of routine child care activities.
• Performs clinical skills according to established standards of care; assists nurse with treatments/procedures as requested.
• Participates in data collection, i.e., VSS, BP, weights, collection of specimens, etc.
• Records clinical findings, patient information, interventions, and patient responses in designated records.
• Reports to designated Registered Nurse any specific patient/family issues, signs and symptoms, concerns or problems requiring further assessment, communication, investigation, and/or intervention.
• Recognizes the need for and initiates CPR as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of the patients and their families.
• Maintains clean, safe unit environment; minimizes the risk of the transfer of infection or injury by adhering to universal precautions and barrier techniques; identifies and reports safety hazards to designated Registered Nurse.
• Manages specialized patient care, i.e., child in isolation, as assigned.
• Participates in play/child development/educational activities as directed.
• Accepts child care assignments and center maintenance duties or discusses problems/concerns with designated Clinical Manager.
• Attends communication meetings, child care conferences, and clinical inservices as appropriate.
• Prepares meals for children as per meal plan guidelines or per individual child’s prescribed nutritional plan.
• Labels and maintains stock/individual child food/formula supply; stores opened food/formula in labeled/sealed/closed containers; checks expiration dates and disposes of accordingly; performs weekly disposal of all opened perishable items; shops for meal plan program as directed.
• Cleanses feeding tubes daily with vinegar solution and air dries; places tubing in refrigerator nightly.
• Changes bed linens on set days, i.e., M W F and/or between children and when linen is soiled; maintains laundry.
• Cleanses suction canisters/connecting tubing daily with vinegar solution and air dries if used.
• Changes feeding tubes, bulb syringes and nebulizer units weekly.
• Cleans beds, high chairs, swings, exam table, plastic mats, etc. daily and/or between children.
• Performs minor center/equipment repairs and assembles new furniture/equipment.
• Takes inventory; replaces/orders stock medical supplies based on established weekly par levels; checks in supplies when delivered (compares shipping invoice with actual supplies delivered) and puts supplies away; forwards packing slip to designated Administrative Coordinator.
• Performs daily duties outlined in the Food/Formula Expiration Log and completes accordingly.
• Performs duties as outlined in the Direct Care Staff Daily Routine, Therapeutic Play Staff Daily Routine and Therapeutic Play Typical Daily Routine study guides.

Transport (PPEC Facility Only):

• Safeguard children during transport to/from PPEC Center.
• Respond to emergencies; activate EMS if needed.
• Maintain and inventory emergency medical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with transport policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited vocational school for Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Valid Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Completion of a pediatric basic life support certification course; current CPR card.
• Minimum one year experience in the care of infants, toddlers and children

Why Choose Us?

• Impactful Work: Make a profound difference in the lives of children and families facing unique health challenges.
• Innovative Environment: Join a team at the forefront of pediatric health care innovation and best practices.
• Career Growth: Explore diverse opportunities for professional development and advancement within our expanding network.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who share a commitment to excellence and compassionate care.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitiv