CNA Jobs in California

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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CNA Skilled Nursing

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Tuition assistance Excellent patient/staff ratios Employee assistance program To be successful in the role, you would have: Certified Nursing Assistant certificate or currently enrolled in program Prior CNA...

CNA (Skilled Nursing)- PM Shift

  • Los Altos, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA
  • 2 days ago

Our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) actively incorporate our Philosophy for Person-Directed Care....

CNA

  • Campbell, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Campbell, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Completion of CNA certification program; Current CNA certification issued by state relevant to the position....

Certified Nursing Assistant

  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Certified Nursing Assistant - CA - On Site

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Performs a range of treatment procedures that include changing dressings, giving enemas, colostomy care, tracheotomy care, and caring for patients in isolation, and/or continuous observation status....

Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

  • Nicolaus, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nicolaus, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Certified Nursing Assistant | CNA $21.00 - $23.65/Hour Mileage stipend provided for travel to Grass Valley AM and PM Shifts Available Location: Grass Valley, CA If you are tired of being mandated OR...

Associate CNA - Skilled Nursing Per Diem, Day

  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Associate CNA in Skilled Nursing Unit at Healdsburg Hospital, CA. This position is Per Diem and will work 12-hour Day Shifts....

Associate Nursing Assistant INPATIENT REHAB Part-Time, Day

  • Napa, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Associate Nursing Assistant in the Inpatient Rehab Unit of Queen of the Valley Medical Center. This is a Part-Time, Day shift position. Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center is committed...

CNA and CAREGIVER OPPORTUNITIES AT CASA DORINDA

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 4 hours ago

* CNAs must possess a current California CNA Certificate* Assisted Living experience preferred* Must be able to read, write, and speak English....

Caregiver or CNA

  • Los Gatos, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Los Gatos, CA
  • 4 hours ago

About the Role As a Belmont Village Caregiver, you will provide hands-on personal assistance to a group of seniors living within our large Assisted Living and Memory Care community. The Caregiver...

Hours : Shift Start Time: 7 PM Shift End Time: 7:30 AM AWS Hours Requirement: 12/36 - 12 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: Every Other On-Call Required: No Hourly Pay...

Certified Nursing Assistant, Surgical Unit

  • Castro Valley, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Castro Valley, CA
  • 4 hours ago

education/experience Other: Hospital Assistant or equivalent training (nursing student) CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE CNA-Certified...

Patient Care Technician

  • Montclair, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Montclair, CA
  • 4 hours ago

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

Caregiver (CNA/PCA/HHA) WEEKLY PAY!

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Location: Palm Desert, Coachella Valley, and surrounding communities. Now hiring for full time, and pat time shifts. Must be willing to work alternating weekends. What We Are All About: At TheKey,...

Arcadia Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Current CNA License or one year of Home Health Aide experience. One year of recent or relevant experience. Current TB, physical, and clear background check....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.


Highest Education Level

CNAs in California offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
High School or GED
21.9%
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 California
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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