OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health announced that five employees recently graduated from its paid certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program at The Manor at Seneca Hill, marking a big step forward in their health-care careers. The quintet of graduates are Michaela Walsh, Candice DeMott, Nevaeh Emmons, Sean Herlihy, and Krystal Alvarado, and the health system […]
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health announced that five employees recently graduated from its paid certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program at The Manor at Seneca Hill, marking a big step forward in their health-care careers.
The quintet of graduates are Michaela Walsh, Candice DeMott, Nevaeh Emmons, Sean Herlihy, and Krystal Alvarado, and the health system says they “represent the next generation of compassionate caregivers rising through the ranks with the support of Oswego Health.”
The five-week, 240-hour program includes classroom instruction, lab work, and clinical training — all offered at no cost to the participant, according to Oswego Health. While enrolled, trainees are employed full-time as resident-care aides and, upon graduation, transition into full-time CNA roles with a $3,500 sign-on bonus. Experienced CNAs are eligible for a $5,000 bonus.
The health system called it a strategic investment in workforce development that is part of Oswego Health’s broader mission to recruit, train, and retain local talent by offering hands-on experience, financial support, and clear career pathways.
“This program is so much more than a training opportunity — it’s an investment in people,” Andrea Doviak, executive director at The Manor at Seneca Hill, said in the announcement. “As someone who began my own healthcare journey as a CNA, I know the power of a program like this to change lives. Oswego Health is proud to offer our employees the tools and support they need to grow their careers right here in our community. We’re not just preparing individuals for jobs — we’re preparing them for lifelong careers in healthcare.”
The Manor at Seneca Hill is a skilled-nursing facility with 120 licensed beds, located at 20 Manor Drive in Oswego.
Oswego Health says it offers a full suite of career-advancement programs for roles such as phlebotomists, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and certified medical assistants. Tuition assistance is available for both full-time and part-time employees.
