CNA Jobs in Maine

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

  • Steep Falls, ME
  • 20 days ago
  • Steep Falls, ME
  • 20 days ago

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

Nursing Assistant

  • Lisbon Falls, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lisbon Falls, ME
  • 30+ 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
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bath, 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
  • 22 hours ago
  • Boothbay, ME
  • 22 hours 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
  • 22 hours ago
  • Leeds, ME
  • 22 hours 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)

  • Lisbon, ME
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lisbon, ME
  • 22 hours 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...

Certified Residential Medication Assistant (CRMA)

  • Buckfield, ME
  • 22 hours ago
  • Buckfield, ME
  • 22 hours ago

A Great Place to Work Norway 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 meaningful...

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • West Poland, ME
  • 22 hours ago
  • West Poland, ME
  • 22 hours 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

  • Eddington, ME
  • 22 hours ago
  • Eddington, ME
  • 22 hours 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....

Med Tech (CNA-M)

  • Orland, ME
  • 22 hours ago
  • Orland, ME
  • 22 hours ago

-: What You'll Do: As a Certified Medication Technician (CNA-M), you will ensure the well-being of residents through proper medication management....

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cape Elizabeth, ME
  • 22 hours 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....

Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Orono, ME
  • 6 hours ago
  • Orono, ME
  • 6 hours ago

Licensure: Active ME license; BLS and CNA certification required. Experience: Prior experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), rehabilitation center, or similar setting preferred....

CNA - Nights

  • Bangor, ME
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 14 hours ago

ID: 53496294 Shift: Nights 6:30p - 7a ( 2x12hrs per week) Description: Local Candidates Accepted - Will Receive A Lower Local Rate ($5 less per hour than posted rate) Job Summary The Certified...

CNA

  • Camden, ME
  • 14 hours ago
  • Camden, ME
  • 14 hours ago

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

CNA CNA

  • Falmouth, ME
  • 14 hours ago
  • Falmouth, ME
  • 14 hours ago

ID: 54432559 Shift: 15:00:00 - 23:00:00 Description: LOCAL ONLYFlexibility, reliable transportation a must.3-11 & 11-7 shifts Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:48

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Maine

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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