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Direct Care Staff – Pediatric Medical Day Center | Hurst, TX
Hurst, TXPosted 5 days ago
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Job Description
Job Id:
8814
# of Openings:
1
3 | MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
4 | ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
5 | SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
6 | WORK ENVIRONMENT
Join VIVA Pediatrics - Where Passion Meets Purpose!
VIVA Pediatrics is a pediatric home health services agency with a specialty in private duty nursing, skills nursing visits, therapy and medical day centers for infants and children (ages birth through 20 years of age). Our dedicated staff works together as a team to provide high-quality care to medically fragile children. We are committed to providing each patient with an exceptional level of care. Here, you're not just a number, you're a valued member of our patient-centered community. Experience a work environment where quality care triumphs and your voice matters.
We believe that offering a great culture leads to great care. Here is what our clients are saying:
Hours: Monday- Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
1 | SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS
The Nurse Aide (Direct Care Staff) provides hands-on assistance to medically fragile children in a structured pediatric day center. The role
includes supporting activities of daily living, monitoring health status, assisting with safety and care routines, and maintaining a therapeutic,
safe, and developmentally appropriate environment.
2 | COMPETENCIES
· Skilled in assisting with pediatric care routines
· Dependability and punctuality
· Strong observational and reporting skills
· Adherence to infection control and safety standards
· Clear and compassionate communication
· Teamwork and flexibility in a multidisciplinary setting
· Family-centered care approach
3 | MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assist with hygiene, dressing, toileting, and other daily care needs
· Support feeding routines, including oral and tube feeding as trained
· Record and report vital signs and changes in condition to nursing staff
· Provide mobility and transfer assistance (e.g., wheelchair, lifts)
· Maintain a clean and safe care environment
· Document care activities per center protocols
· Support developmental activities and therapeutic play
· Participate in training and demonstrate competency before delivering care
· Follow center policies for infection control, safety, and emergency procedures
· Communicate respectfully with families and staff
· May assist with transportation or van support as needed
· Assists with weekend marketing events as requested and approved
· Performs other duties as required
4 | ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
· Reports to: Director of Nursing or Center Administrator
· Works under the supervision of an RN or LVN
· Collaborates with IDT therapy, nursing, and administrative staff
· Interacts professionally with children, families, and transportation personnel
5 | SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not supervise other employees.
6 | WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Pediatric day healthcare center with medically fragile children
· Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and physical care tasks
· Exposure to infection risks, bodily fluids, and medical equipment
· Indoor facility with structured activity areas and clinical care space
7| PHYSICAL DEMANDS ·
· Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and transfer pediatric patients safely
· Frequent bending, reaching, and movement throughout shift
· Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
· May require pushing wheelchairs, operating lifts, or helping on/off transport vans
8| POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
· Full-time · Monday–Friday, with shifts falling between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM
· Occasional extended hours based on patient needs or center operations
9| TRAVEL
Minimal; may assist with transport on van routes as needed
10| REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· High school diploma or GED required
· one of the following:
(A) one year of experience employed in a health care setting providing direct care to minors who are medically or technologically dependent;
(B) two years of experience employed in a health care, childcare, or school setting providing direct care to minors who are medically or technologically dependent;
(C) two years of experience employed in a health care setting providing direct care to adults; or
(D) sufficient skills to meet the competency and training requirements described in subsection (b) of this section; and
· Certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred
· Pediatric experience or working with special needs children highly preferred · CPR certification required
11| ADITIONAL ELGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
· Must be at least 18 years old · Must pass a background check and misconduct registry screening
· Must meet immunization and TB screening requirements
· Must complete and demonstrate competency in hands-on care if qualifying under internal training pathway per §550.409(b)
· Must comply with staff orientation and ongoing development standards in §550.415 and §550.416
12| CLASSIFICATION
Non-Exempt
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