ChildServe·Johnston, Iowa
Provide daily care routines including bathing, dressing, and mobility support for children in a pediatric inpatient rehabilitation unit. Collaborate with nurses and therapists to implement individualized care plans and document patient progress.
This position will support our Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, the only freestanding, comprehensive pediatric inpatient rehabilitation program in the state of Iowa.
Schedule 3 shifts per week, 6:00am-6:00pm, with every 3rd weekend Benefit eligible, including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement with company match and generous PTO accrual, including 16 hours of PTO front-loaded How You’ll Make an Impact Assist with daily care routines including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility while honoring each child’s privacy and dignity.
Follow individualized care plans and collaborate with nurses and therapists to ensure each child’s unique needs are met.
Help children look and feel their best by maintaining cleanliness, comfort, and readiness for scheduled activities.
Support families by sharing updates and reinforcing care techniques that promote each child’s progress and well-being.
Accurately document care provided and maintain compliance with ChildServe policies and professional standards.
What You’ll Need Active DIA certification as a nursing assistant in the state of Iowa.
Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
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Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@childserve.org.
Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services.
With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.
ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
To request assistance with the application process, please email careers@childserve.org.
ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Must hold an active DIA certification as a nursing assistant in Iowa and a BLS certification from the AHA or Red Cross. Candidates must be able to lift up to 35 lbs and be proficient in English.
Market context
In Iowa, support-services roles often see steady demand because healthcare and home-based care settings rely on dependable staff for daily assistance and continuity. These positions can be competitive when employers need candidates with active Iowa CNA certification, homemaker-home health aide training, and reliable transportation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license, insurance, and background-check readiness before applying.
