Pediatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Syracuse, NY

Position Title: Pediatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location: Syracuse NY
Duration: 20 Weeks

Schedule:

• 40 Hours per Week (80 Hours Biweekly)
• Mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend required
• Some holidays required

Compensation:

• Local: Up to $27/hour (based on experience)
• Travel: Up to $31/hour (based on experience)

Position Overview

Navitas Healthcare LLC is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join a Pediatric Float Pool team. This role involves providing both direct and indirect patient care to pediatric patients while supporting clinical staff in maintaining a safe clean and therapeutic environment. The ideal candidate is flexible attentive and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including bathing feeding toileting and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Accurately obtain and record vital signs and patient information
• Monitor pediatric patients and promptly report changes in condition to nursing staff
• Serve as a safety companion for at-risk patients
• Promote patient comfort safety and overall well-being
• Apply knowledge of pediatric growth and development in patient care
• Maintain a clean safe and organized patient care environment
• Communicate effectively with nurses physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Assist with patient mobility positioning and transfers
• Adhere to infection control protocols and safety procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely communication of patient information
• Build positive relationships with patients families and healthcare staff
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing training programs
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current New York State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Minimum 1 year of patient care experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience performing ADLs
• Experience in a Level 1 trauma hospital setting (required)
• Experience as a safety companion (highly preferred)
• Knowledge of pediatric care growth and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong observational and problem-solving abilities
• Flexibility to adapt to changing clinical environments
• Commitment to patient safety quality care and ethical practice

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.