CNA Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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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Rehab Nursing Tech I

  • Great Falls, VA (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Great Falls, VA (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Extra attention to detail Exceptional outcomes BE THE CONNECTION. Your role as a rehab nursing technician I lets you be the connection between dedication to detail and patient outcomes that exceed...

Geriatric Nursing Assistant GNA

  • Severna Park, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Severna Park, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 27 days ago

Complete Care at Severna Park LLC - Geriatric Nursing Assistant GNA Higher Pay Rates Full Time $1,500 Sign On Bonus Part Time Available Referral Bonus- $1,000 Full Time/$500 Part Time Daily Pay...

Geriatric Nursing Assistant GNA

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Complete Care at Annapolis LLC - Geriatric Nursing Assistant GNA Full Time & Part Time All Shifts Weekend Warrior Options PRN- 2nd & 3rd Shift DailyPay Options Complete Care at Annapolis is a...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Memory Care

  • Catonsville, MD (21 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Catonsville, MD (21 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

A current state required certification as a CNA/HHA/CHHA- Medication Aide Certified is a plus. Why work at Brightview? Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference! 1....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing. Salary Range: $19.50 - $22.00, depending on experience....

Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Details Department: Skilled Nursing Schedule: Full-time and Part-time, All Shifts Facility: Carroll Manor Location: Washington, D.C. Salary: $18.09 - $23.42 per hour Benefits Paid time off (PTO)...

Patient Care Tech - PCT - CDU

  • Bethesda, MD (5 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (5 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

The Patient Care Tech (CNA) on our Clinical Decison Unit is a critical part of the Patient Care Team and works in a collaborative relationship with the Registered Nurse (RN) and other members of the...

Medication Technician

  • Annandale, VA (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Annandale, VA (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

Healthcare, Hospitality, Nursing, Aide, Certified Medication Aide, Licensed Medication Aide, Med Tech, Medication Technician Responsibilities Provide warm and engaging personal care services, assistance...

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

  • Hyattsville, MD (6 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (6 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

How you will change lives As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to...

Hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), LPN, RN, and Caregivers!

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 17 hours ago

Apply Now Hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Nurse's Aides (NA), Personal Care Assistants (PCA), Home Care Aides (HCA), Home Health Aides (HHA), Caregivers, Patient Care Technicians (PCT), Registered...

CNA/CMT, HHA Needed

  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Urgent need for a caregiver in Potomac, Bethesda, Mayland. Mother needs some one to take care of her daughter in her home. Looking for a compassionate and a reliable individual. Mother is looking...

PRN CNA (Any Shift)

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements Current CNA license with the Virginia Board of Nursing Current CPR license At least one year of CNA experience A sampling of our many benefits!...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Memory Care - Full-time - Evenings

  • Annandale, VA (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annandale, VA (16 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care Annandale is hiring a part-time CNA (Virginia PCA also qualifies) with $5,000 Sign on bonus The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assists residents in all aspects...

Patient Care Technician (PCT), Day Shift, Observation Unit

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 1 day ago

reports malfunctioning/expired equipment and supplies Ensures work areas and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately Qualifications include: High School Diploma or GED required Active Maryland CNA...

Patient Care Tech ED

  • Olney, MD (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Olney, MD (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program. 1-2 years' experience as a certified nursing assistant (CNA). CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in Maryland....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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