CNA Jobs in Little Rock, AR

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a vital role in the nursing industry as they provide basic care to patients and assist nurses with medical procedures. CNA's tasks include taking patient's vital signs, helping with daily activities such as eating, bathing and walking, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. Additionally, they assist with procedures like wound care and specimen collection. The role is essential to ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare facilities and enhancing patient satisfaction and care.

To become a CNA, an individual must have a high school diploma or GED, complete a state-approved education program, and pass a competency exam. Essential skills for a CNA include strong interpersonal and communication skills, physical stamina, empathy, and attention to detail. Prior to becoming a CNA, an individual may have had roles such as a Home Health Aide, Personal Care Assistant, or Medical Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience and exposure to the healthcare environment and patient care, offering a solid foundation for a career as a CNA.

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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago

Home Health Aide, Home Health Aid, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA Weekly Pay, CNA Weekly Pay, HHA, CNA, Hospice Aide, Hospice Aid, Nurse Assistant We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance...

Patient Care Technician

  • Benton, AR (24 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Benton, AR (24 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification....

Patient Care Technician - MRI

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago

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Patient Care Tech-Emergency Department

  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent or higher education Basic keyboarding skills, preferred Clinical experience or CNA preferred Prior to independence from preceptor successful completion...

Patient Care Tech-1 East-Intermediate Cardiac Care

  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent or higher education Basic keyboarding skills, preferred Clinical experience or CNA preferred Prior to independence from preceptor successful completion...

Certified Nursing Assistant FT, Nights

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we...

R0064823 Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Northwest Arkansas Ortho

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

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Patient Care Tech CNA Acuity Adaptable Unit

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

A Patient Care tech has accountability for providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This will involve caring for patients with acute and chronic needs **Job Details:** Patient...

Patient Care Tech - IHA - Intensive Care

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

Department: Intensive Care Shift: Night Working Hours: 7 pm to 7 am Summary: The primary function of the PCT is to assist the patient and family with basic patient care, monitoring, hygiene, and...

Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Grow your career with Brookdale!...

Patient Care Tech I - Med Surg

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Shift: Night Working Hours: 1830-0700 Summary: The primary function of the PCT is to assist the patient and family with basic patient care, monitoring, hygiene, and to help ensure care is...

PRN - Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago

assigned Qualifications Minimum age requirements is 18 years Valid driver's license, with satisfactory driving record, as defined by agency policy Certification, if required by state licensure as a CNA...

Medication Technician - Part- Time

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Medication Technician at Vitality Living Pleasant Hills! At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to...

Patient Care Technician - Medical Oncology Clinic

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago

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Patient Care Tech

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Little Rock, AR

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Little Rock, AR offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
High School or GED
21.8%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
7.0%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CNAs in Little Rock, AR
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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