Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Emergency Department (Evenings) - Syracuse, NY
NavitasPartners•Syracuse, NY
•$27 - $31
About The Position
"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.
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
Nice To Haves
- Experience working as a patient safety companion (preferred)
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
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