Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Emergency Department (Evenings) - Syracuse, NY

Position Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Emergency Department (Evenings)
Location: Syracuse, NY
Duration: 20 Weeks
Schedule: 40 Hours/Week (Biweekly Scheduling)
Shift: Evening Shift (8-hour and 12-hour rotations)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required

Compensation:

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

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support a high-acuity Emergency Department through a float pool assignment. This role requires adaptability, strong clinical support skills, and the ability to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, toileting, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Accurately obtain, monitor, and document vital signs
• Support nursing staff with patient care in an emergency department setting
• Observe patients and promptly report any changes in condition
• Serve as a safety companion for high-risk patients
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment
• Assist with patient transport, positioning, and mobility
• Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
• Follow infection control and safety protocols
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Deliver compassionate care while preserving patient dignity and privacy
• Adapt to rapidly changing patient needs in a dynamic environment
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active New York State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum 1 year of patient care experience
• At least 2 years of experience assisting with ADLs
• Prior experience in a Level 1 trauma hospital setting (required)
• Experience working as a patient safety companion (preferred)
• Strong understanding of patient care practices and emergency support
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong observational and critical thinking skills
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and ethical standards

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

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.