Certified Nursing Assistant, Pediatric Long-Term Care

VCU Health

. Provide restorative nursing care for pediatric long-term care residents under Nursing and/or Rehab staff direction .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRichmond • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing restorative nursing care and activities of daily living for pediatric long-term care residents, ensuring their physical functioning and emotional wellness. Proficient in monitoring vital signs and maintaining a safe, resident-friendly environment while adhering to hospital policies.

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Certified Nursing Assistant CertificationCPR CertificationActivities Of Daily LivingMonitoring Vital SignsNurse Aide Education Program

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Hard Skills

Restorative Nursing CareNursing ProceduresRehabilitation ProceduresPatient Care TasksVital Signs Monitoring

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingClear SpeechLogical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Personal ComputerKeyboardMouse

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Nursing AssistantCPR CertificationBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Pediatric Long-Term CareResident CareSafe EnvironmentNursing PoliciesVirginia Board Of Nursing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide restorative nursing care for pediatric long-term care residents under Nursing and/or Rehab staff direction
Maximize and maintain residents’ physical functioning and emotional wellness
Perform nursing and rehabilitation procedures and resident care tasks within scope of competence and hospital policies
Provide direct hands-on treatment under licensed nursing and/or rehabilitation staff supervision
Maintain a safe, resident-friendly environment of care
Keep resident equipment and materials in good repair
Maintain residents’ personal items and environment to optimize care and safety
Report changes in condition or resident concerns to licensed nurses and/or rehabilitation therapists
Seek assistance as needed and participate in department and team projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification required for hire and continued employment
Current CPR or BLS certification within 60 days of employment, depending on setting
Previous experience providing activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and caring for patients’ physical and emotional needs
Previous experience using a personal computer, keyboard, and mouse
Satisfactory completion of a nurse aide education program approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing
Required to work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays
Ability to lift 20–50 lbs.
Prolonged standing, frequent bending, walking, and overhead/extensive/repetitive reaching
Strong recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, clear speech, legible writing, reading, and logical thinking
Ability to maintain a steady pace, handle multiple priorities, manage frequent and intense customer interactions, and adapt to frequent change