Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Pediatric Float Pool - Trauma

Cedar Park Group
Syracuse, NY

Cedar Park Med is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a Pediatric Float Pool assignment. This role requires experience working in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and the ability to provide safe, compassionate care while supporting pediatric patients, families, and the healthcare team.

Schedule / Shift
  • Evening and Night shifts

  • Mix of 4, 8-hour shifts, and 4, 12-hour shifts | 80 hours every two weeks

  • Every other weekend and some holidays required

  • 13 weeks assignment with possible extension

***Hiring for both local and traveler positions! Only candidates outside a 50-mile radius qualify for traveler roles. Rates vary based on experience and whether the position is local or traveler.***

Required Qualifications
  • Current New York State CNA certification

  • Level 1 trauma experience

  • One (1) year of patient care experience

  • Able to obtain and maintain CPR certification

  • Must be willing to FLOAT!

Preferred Qualifications
  • Pediatric patient care experience

  • Float pool or multi-unit experience

Responsibilities
  • Perform direct and indirect nursing care activities, including obtaining vital signs, toileting, bathing, and feeding patients based on assignment

  • Serve as a safety companion for patients identified as a safety risk

  • Demonstrate strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach

  • Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team

  • Demonstrate knowledge of normal growth and development and respond to changing patient needs

  • Maintain a safe work environment and participate in quality improvement initiatives

  • Communicate effectively with healthcare team members and maintain positive public relations

  • Obtain, record, exchange, and convey patient information accurately

  • Take an active role in personal and professional development

  • Make decisions guided by ethical principles

Benefits
  • PTO

  • Vacation pay

  • Bonus pay

  • Health insurance

  • 401(k)

About Cedar Park Med

Cedar Park Med is a WOMAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS and JCAHO-certified healthcare staffing firm — NOT an MSP — working directly with healthcare facilities. We provide transparent pay, clear assignments, and consistent communication throughout each placement, with a dedicated team and direct access to your recruiter.

Questions about the role, pay, or start date?
Call or text Carla Cannon at 315-497-6200.

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