Oswego Health Invests in the Future of Healthcare Through CNA Training Program at The Manor at Seneca Hill

OSWEGO— Oswego Health’s dedication to the community extends far beyond providing quality care—it includes cultivating the next generation of healthcare professionals. As one of Oswego County’s largest employers, the health system continues to strengthen its workforce through innovative career-building programs designed to help individuals grow and thrive in healthcare careers.

The Manor at Seneca Hill recently celebrated the graduation of four new Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) from its paid, on-the-job training program—the only one of its kind in Oswego County. The five-week, 240-hour program blends classroom instruction, lab work, and hands-on clinical experience. Participants are employed full-time throughout the program and transition seamlessly into CNA roles upon graduation, ready to provide compassionate, skilled care to residents.

The latest graduates—Hunter Nichols, Melissa Campbell, Linda Bower, and Hillary Doyle—each bring unique backgrounds and motivations that reflect the diverse paths leading to a career in healthcare:

• Linda Bower, from Syracuse, previously worked as a CNA at Michaud and St. Luke’s before taking time off to focus on her family. After the closure of her part-time job at Ruby Tuesday’s, she was encouraged by a former colleague to join The Manor’s CNA program. Now, she’s eager to continue her journey toward becoming a Registered Nurse.
• Hillary Doyle, of Phoenix, began her career as a dental assistant but sought a more hands-on, patient-centered role. Her caring nature and desire to make a difference led her to pursue CNA certification, with hopes of exploring additional healthcare opportunities in the future.
• Hunter Nichols, from Fulton, comes from a family deeply rooted in healthcare—his mother works at Oswego Health and his father and brother are paramedics. After working in retail and manufacturing, he decided to follow in his family’s footsteps and begin his journey in patient care, with long-term aspirations of becoming a surgeon.
• Melissa Campbell, of Hastings, transitioned from being an Amazon delivery driver to caring for her mother through Freedom Care. That experience ignited her passion for healthcare and inspired her to enroll in The Manor’s CNA program. She now looks forward to continuing her education and ultimately working as a Registered Nurse in an Emergency Room setting.

The CNA program is one example of Oswego Health’s broader commitment to workforce development. The organization also offers tuition assistance, mentorship, and career pathways for roles including Phlebotomists, Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, and Certified Medical Assistants—ensuring a steady pipeline of skilled, compassionate caregivers for the region.

By investing in professional growth and education, Oswego Health is not only supporting individual success but also strengthening the health and well-being of the entire community.

? Enrollment is now open for the next CNA training session at The Manor at Seneca Hill. For more information or to register, call 315-349-5300 or visit www.oswegohealth.org/cna.

{Caption:  Four new CNAs graduate from The Manor’s on-the-job training program to start their journey in healthcare.  Pictured left to right: (Front row) Graduates, Hunter Nichols, Melissa Campbell, Linda Bower, andHillary Doyle. (Second row)  Director of Nursing at The Manor, Joanne Burcroff, Clinical Care Coordinator, Carrie Thornber, and  Executive Director, Andrea Doviak.}

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About Oswego Health:  
The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to be Oswego County’s largest private employer. More than 1,400 employees spread throughout its 18 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 132-bed community Oswego Hospital, a 32-bed psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community.  The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services, and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, the healthcare system includes Oswego Health Medical Practice, a multi-specialty medical group offering the community accessible, high-quality healthcare. 100+ physicians, advanced practice providers, and caregivers offer an extensive array of services across CNY, including primary care and specialty care in the areas of orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, general surgery, urology, pulmonology, and bariatrics. For more information about Oswego Health visit www.oswegohealth.org.

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