Certified Nurse's Aide, Part Time (22.5 Hours/Week), Evening Shift, 3pm-11pm, Long-Term Care
Company : Blythedale Children's Hospital
Location : Valhalla, NY, 10595
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Pay Range
USD $24.62 - USD $26.12 /Hr.About Us
Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 94-bed inpatient facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 20 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive. Learn more about Blythedale on our website here.
Overview
Under the direction of the nursing leader, the Certified Nurse's Aide assists in performing a variety of duties related to the physical care of the patients, including obtaining report of patient assignments from the RN at the start of the shift and providing meticulous care to each child.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining unit and patients’ rooms compliant with regulatory agency codes and standards, obtaining, recording, and reporting vital signs to RN.
- Changing patients to and from various adaptive equipment as recommended/directed by the therapists or RN, Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
- Assisting with or performing treatment procedures that have been predetermined for each patient, feeding or assisting with feeding of patients during meals/snacks,
- Assisting patients with diapering/toileting/showers as necessary, repositioning assigned patients to promote skin integrity, muscle tone, and maintain body alignment, maintaining excellent hand hygiene, adhering to precautions as required for each patient
- Maintaining professional boundaries and assisting the nurse during emergency situations.
Qualifications
- Prior relevant job experience in a pediatric setting preferred.
- Weekend & Holiday commitment required.
Education, Licensure, and Certification
- High School Diploma or GED.
- CNA Positions require New York State Certification
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work long shifts, including nights and weekends, while maintaining a high level of care.
- Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients safely, often with the aid of equipment like lifts or slings.
- Ability to handle and operate medical equipment, as well as perform tasks such as taking vital signs or administering medications.
- Needs to be able to perform the following physical activities for most of the time at work: standing, walking, and sitting.
- Must be able to move/lift equipment and patients a minimum of 35-40 lbs.
- Must exhibit fine motor coordination in the manipulation of biomedical equipment (e.g., thermometers, scissors, etc.)
Perks of Working at Blythedale
- Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
- Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
- Safe Work Environment: Commitment to nurse safety and well-being.
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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Frequently asked questions
Working evening hours as a Certified Nurse's Aide at Blythedale involves significant physical tasks including lifting patients up to 40 lbs, repositioning, and prolonged standing or walking. This role requires stamina and fine motor skills to handle biomedical equipment safely while maintaining high-quality pediatric care.
Employers seek candidates experienced in pediatric patient handling, adaptive equipment use, and meticulous vital signs recording. Demonstrating knowledge of child-specific hygiene, feeding assistance, and skin integrity promotion can set you apart in part-time CNA roles focused on long-term pediatric care.
Valhalla's healthcare sector, especially specialized pediatric care, maintains steady demand for evening CNAs. Competition can be moderate due to the specialized nature of Blythedale Children's Hospital’s programs, but part-time evening roles often provide valuable opportunities for local caregivers seeking flexible schedules.
Absolutely. New York State CNA certification is mandatory for these positions and enhances your employability in pediatric facilities like Blythedale. It signals compliance with state standards and readiness to meet pediatric care requirements, which local employers prioritize for quality patient support.
Certified Nurse's Aides working part-time evening shifts at Blythedale can anticipate hourly wages between $24.62 and $26.12. This competitive pay reflects the specialized pediatric care environment and the physical demands inherent in long-term care settings in the Valhalla area.
Blythedale fosters a safe, inclusive workplace emphasizing nurse well-being. Part-time CNAs benefit from retirement plans and a culture valuing diversity. Evening shift workers receive support tailored to the demands of pediatric care, ensuring professional boundaries and emergency preparedness are maintained.
This role focuses heavily on assisting with adaptive equipment, detailed vital sign monitoring, and maintaining patient comfort during evening hours. Unlike full-time nursing positions, part-time CNAs often concentrate on direct physical care and documentation, enabling nurses to manage complex treatments efficiently.
Yes, weekend and holiday coverage is required, reflecting the continuous care pediatric patients need. Scheduling is designed to balance shift demands with employee availability, often making part-time evening CNA roles viable for those seeking predictable, limited weekly hours in Valhalla’s healthcare setting.
Blythedale stands out due to its status as NY’s only free-standing children’s specialty hospital, offering complex case exposure and a supportive environment. Part-time CNAs gain experience with advanced pediatric care protocols, adaptive equipment, and interdisciplinary teamwork uncommon in standard pediatric nursing jobs.
Valhalla offers accessible routes from surrounding counties, though evening shifts may require personal or coordinated transit due to limited public transport at night. Prospective CNAs often weigh commute time against flexible part-time hours, making proximity or carpooling important factors for this role.