CNA Jobs in Augusta, ME

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.

1-15 of 48 Jobs

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Bowdoinham, ME (24 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bowdoinham, ME (24 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

-: What You'll Do: As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate and personalized care to our residents....

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Leeds, ME (20 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Leeds, ME (20 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

-: What You'll Do: As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate and personalized care to our residents....

Nursing Assistant Trainee (CNA)

  • Bowdoinham, ME (24 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bowdoinham, ME (24 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

A Great Place to Work Winship Green is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be...

Clinical Assistant/CNA

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for direct patient care within the scope of their CNA license including but not limited to wound care, EKG's, vital signs, lab specimen collection including phlebotomy, specimen delivery...

CNA - Gray Birch, Per Diem

  • Augusta, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 3 days ago

As a CNA at Gray Birch, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through direct care and support....

Paid Nurse Aide Training

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Overview At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care...

16 hour CNA 7a-3pm shift

  • Newcastle, ME (24 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newcastle, ME (24 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

at Lincoln Home in NEWCASTLE, Maine, United States Job Description Fulltime 32 hours a week 2pm-10pm or 11pm-7am shift Are you a caregiver looking for a change? Would you like to work in our...

) and is in active and good standing on the State of Maine CNA registry....

Hospice Facility CNA: Full Time

  • Augusta, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 5 days ago

CNA Madison (Facility based) About Andwell: At Andwell, you don’t just work here, you belong....

CNA

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 9 days ago

ID: 54341928 Shift: 05:45:00 - 14:15:00 Description: local only - no gh Guaranteed Hours: 0 Contract Weeks:34

) and is in active and good standing on the State of Maine CNA registry....

CNA - Gray Birch, 36 hours, 7a-7p

  • Augusta, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 13 days ago

As a CNA at Gray Birch, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through direct care and support....

CNA - Gray Birch, 30 hours, 7p-7a

  • Augusta, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 13 days ago

As a CNA at Gray Birch, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through direct care and support....

CNA - Ltc

  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 25 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (14 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 25 days ago

at Health Advocates Network in Waterville, Maine, United States Job Description Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans + Competitive...

Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA) - Flexible 12 Hour Shifts

  • Hallowell, ME (7 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 29 days ago
  • Hallowell, ME (7 miles from Augusta, ME)
  • 29 days ago

at Woodlands Senior Living LLC in Hallowell, Maine, United States Job Description Certified Residential Medication Aide ( CRMA ) Flexible 12 Hour Shifts Hallowell, ME ( Direct Care Job Type...

Demographic Data for Augusta, ME

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Augusta, ME

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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