CNA Jobs in Damariscotta, 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.

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Nursing Assistant

  • Bath, ME (19 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bath, ME (19 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

New England Rehabilitation Hospital in Portland is hiring CNAs for Full and Part time positions. Day and night are shift are available!...

Rnt

  • Bath, ME (19 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bath, ME (19 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

New England Rehabilitation Hospital in Portland is hiring CNAs for Full and Part time positions. Day and night are shift are available!...

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Boothbay, ME (11 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boothbay, ME (11 miles from Damariscotta, 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)

  • Bowdoin, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bowdoin, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, 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...

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Hallowell, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hallowell, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, 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....

Care Assistant - Sleeping Nights

  • Topsham, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Care Assistant - Sleeping Nights Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home. We're...

CNA

  • Camden, ME (24 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Camden, ME (24 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

ID: 54432782 Shift: 19:00:00 - 07:30:00 Description: LOCAL ONLY Guaranteed Hours: 36 Contract Weeks:76

CNA

  • Camden, ME (24 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Camden, ME (24 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Must have a valid CNA certification in the state where they will be practicing and BLS certification. Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer ... Show more...

16 hour CNA 7a-3pm shift

  • Newcastle, ME (3 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newcastle, ME (3 miles from Damariscotta, 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...

Care Assistant

  • Topsham, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (23 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Care Assistant Since 1989, we've supported adults of all ages to maintain their independence and stay in the place they know and love. Because, life is better at home. We're looking for people who...

Mental Health Technician- CNA

  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 8 days ago

Active Certification on the State of Maine CNA Registry as a Certified Nursing Assistant required....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Medical Surgical

  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 9 days ago

Working within a model of "Safe Patient Family Centered Care", the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an integral part of our Health Care team!...

CNA / Nurse Assistant

  • Boothbay Harbor, ME (13 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boothbay Harbor, ME (13 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 11 days ago

Job Details Profession: CNA / Nurse Assistant Pay: $1,123.00 to $1,353.00 weekly Assignment Length: 13 Weeks Schedule: 3x12-Hour 06:45 - 19:15 Openings: 1 Start Date: 05-12-2025 Experience: 1 year Facility...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Unit Coordinator- Cancer Care

  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 11 days ago

License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Maine or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in New Hampshire....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Unit Coordinat

  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockport, ME (20 miles from Damariscotta, ME)
  • 11 days ago

License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Maine or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in New Hampshire....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Damariscotta, ME

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Highest Education Level

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


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