CNA Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 22 hours ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Patient Care Tech CNA Acuity Adaptable Unit

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 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 Technician - PCT

  • Scotlandville, LA (7 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scotlandville, LA (7 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 3 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance...

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Baker, LA (9 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baker, LA (9 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 4 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission vision core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program including following all regulatory and FMS policy...

Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool - -PRN Days

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

CNA - Critical Care - OMCBR ICU - PRN

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

Education Preferred - High School diploma or equivalent Work Experience Preferred- Hospital and telemetry experience Certifications Required - Current state of practice Certification as a Nurses Assistant...

Elderly Caregiver

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

looking for a dependable, trustworthy person to provide light housekeeping, transportation to/from appointments. And to ensure medication is being taken correctly. The pay of approximately $12.00...

Nurse Technician (RN Student) -HV4

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Tower Heart and Vascular 4-Lake Main Campus The Nurse Tech performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of...

CNA

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago

Old Jefferson Community Care Center is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)!...

Certified Nursing Assistant PRN Premium

  • Gonzales, LA (21 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gonzales, LA (21 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 8 days ago

Experience - None Education - High School Diploma or GED Training - None Special Skills - Communication and Customer Service Skills Licensure - CNA...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Gonzales, LA (21 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gonzales, LA (21 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 8 days ago

Exciting Opportunity at Our New Facility Sage Rehabilitation Hospital of Ascension is thrilled to announce that we are hiring Full Time and PRN Certified Nursing Assistants CNA for Night Shifts for...

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

  • Denham Springs, LA (19 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (19 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 12 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

  • Gonzales, LA (21 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Gonzales, LA (21 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 15 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....

CNA 2p-10p Old Jefferson Community Care Center

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 days ago

Old Jefferson is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)!...

Medication Aide

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 17 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 17 days ago

Medication Aide Sunrise Senior Living - 3.3 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Part-time $22.50 - $30.05 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Baton Rouge, LA 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 Baton Rouge, LA
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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