CNA Jobs in Colorado

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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Senior Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care - FT/days

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing....

Senior Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC) (Straight Weekends days) - PT

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing....

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA Local Traveler

  • Almont, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Almont, CO
  • 60+ days ago

CNA training and certification required and provided by facility....

Senior Nursing Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care - FT/Evening

  • Loveland, CO
  • 13 days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 13 days ago

Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing....

Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing....

CNA/Lna I

  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 90+ days ago

Food handlers certification and Certified Medical Technician/Certified Medication Aide certification, where required. Basic computer skills or ability to learn....

CNA - Canvas by Vi

  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Food handlers certification and Certified Medical Technician/Certified Medication Aide certification, where required. Basic computer skills or ability to learn....

Patient Care Assistant Surgical Progressive Care Unit

  • Peyton, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Peyton, CO
  • 3 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:CO:Aurora Department: Surgical Progressive Care FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Day and Night Rotation * *...

Patient Care Assistant Observation Unit

  • Arvada, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 3 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department: MHC Observation Unit FTE: PRN, 0.0, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 / hour....

Patient Care Assistant Observation Unit Nights

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 3 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department: MHC Observation Unit FTE: PRN, 0.0, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 /...

Patient Care Assistant Resource Float Pool Nights

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Poudre Valley Hospital, US:CO:Fort Collins Department: PVH Resource Pool FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 /...

Patient Care Assistant Ortho Unit Nights

  • Loveland, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 5 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Med Ctr of the Rockies, US:CO:Loveland Department: MCR Ortho Unit FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 / hour. Pay...

Patient Care Assistant Digestive Health Center

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 5 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Outpt Pavilion, US:CO:Aurora Department: Digestive Health Center FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 /...

Patient Care Assistant Med Unit Nights

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 5 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Grandview Hospital, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department: GV Med Unit FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Nights Pay: $19.10 - $24.83 / hour....

Patient Care Assistant

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 6 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHth Parkview Medical Center, US:CO:Pueblo Department: 5 Tower FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $18.40 - $27.60 / hour. Pay is...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CNAs in Colorado 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 Colorado
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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