Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Med/Surg Float Pool - 26-01926


Healthcare - Upstate NY - Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, New York
Locations: Syracuse, Cicero, De Witt, Utica
Posted On: February 24, 2026
Last Day to Apply: March 10, 2026
Pay: From $31.00 per hour

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Med/Surg Float Pool

Shift Options: Days, Evenings, Nights
Schedule: 6 shifts per 2-week period (6 or 12-hour shifts)
Location - Syracuse, NY


Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will support the Med/Surg Float Pool, providing direct and indirect patient care across multiple units. This role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to varying patient populations and acuity levels.


Qualifications

  • Current New York State CNA Certification

  • BLS Certification required

  • Minimum one (1) year of patient care experience

  • Successful completion of pre-employment health clearance

  • Level 1 trauma hospital experience required


Key Responsibilities

  • Obtain and document vital signs

  • Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, toileting, and feeding

  • Serve as a safety companion for patients at risk

  • Monitor patient condition and report changes to nursing staff

  • Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

  • Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment

  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives

  • Uphold ethical standards and patient confidentiality

  • Demonstrate knowledge of normal growth and development

  • Support positive patient and family interactions


Required Skills & Experience

  • Level 1 trauma hospital experience

  • BLS certification

  • Minimum 2 years of experience providing ADLs

  • Experience serving as a safety companion (highly desired)

For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a 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.

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