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Phillips Programs

Certified Nursing Assistant

Phillips Programs, Fairfax

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Job Details
Job Location
Fairfax - Fairfax, VA
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$30000.00 - $39000.00
Description
Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Position Type: Full-time - School Year Role with Summer Opportunities
Location: Fairfax, VA
What we do and offer our team:
PHILLIPS Programs Schools are private special education day schools for students with behavioral health challenges, learning disabilities and other school challenges. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an environment where leaders can harness their gifts and creativity, innovate, and make meaningful contributions as professionals in a workplace that lives our values.
What the CNA does:
Working under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the CNA ensures students' health, safety, and well-being throughout the school day by providing personal care assistance and medical support:
  • Assist students with toileting, diapering, and hygiene while maintaining dignity and privacy.
  • Support students during meals, including feeding and monitoring for dietary needs.
  • Aid with mobility, including transfers, positioning, and using assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, braces, etc.).
  • Administer medications as directed.
  • Assist with hydration, dressing, and comfort measures.
  • Provide support for medical procedures (e.g., gastrostomy or tracheostomy care) as trained and required.
  • Work closely with teachers, therapists, and staff to integrate personal care into education plans.
  • Reinforce positive behaviors and help students manage emotions effectively.
  • Maintain a structured routine for personal care activities to provide consistency and comfort.
  • Provide updates on students' personal care progress to families and staff.
  • Ensure smooth coordination between home and school routines.
What the CNA brings to the team:
  • CNA certification from a state-recognized program
  • CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Ability to safely lift and assist students (up to 50 lbs.)
  • Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements
  • Experience in pediatric, school, or special education settings,preferred