CNA Jobs in Missouri

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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Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Anderson, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Anderson, MO
  • 11 hours ago

Join Our Team as a CNA Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it important to you that your patients and their families know and feel that you are with them?...

Float Pool CNA

  • Creve Coeur, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Creve Coeur, MO
  • 2 days ago

Successfully completes job duties as CNA by attending continuing education classes and in-services, accepting reassignments to other areas, taking on increased responsibilities, and keeping Charge Nurse...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Lemay, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Lemay, MO
  • 12 days ago

Successfully completes job duties as CNA by attending continuing education classes and in-services, accepting reassignments to other areas, taking on increased responsibilities, and keeping Charge Nurse...

Pulmonary Nursing Assistant, PT Nights

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago

We are excited to offer opportunities for entry level and experienced CNAs, nursing assistants and patient care techs....

CNA, FT Day

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 4 hours ago

Licenses/Certifications: MO CNA certification required if working in MO; KS CNA and Home Health aide certification required if working in KS Current CPR certification preferred....

Heart Center Peds Patient Care Tech - PT

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago

Additional Information About the Role Must be able to attend a 2 week orientation Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p Sign-On Bonus Eligible - $500 Benefits Eligible 24 hours per week Rotation of Days & Nights...

Step Down Patient Care Tech-PT

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 hours ago

Additional Information About the Role Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician Sign On Bonus Eligible-$500 Benefits Eligible 24 hours per...

CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - FT - DAYS - Premium Pay Plan - R

  • Farmington, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Farmington, MO
  • 4 hours ago

A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with the resident's assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by the...

CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - FT - Evenings - Premium Pay Plan - R

  • Farmington, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Farmington, MO
  • 4 hours ago

A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with the resident's assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by the...

Hospice CNA - PRN

  • O Fallon, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • O Fallon, MO
  • 4 hours ago

CNA certification required. One year of experience as a CNA, hospice aide or home health aide. (Hospice is a must!) At least 18 years old....

CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - FT/PT - NIGHTS - Premium Pay Plan - R

  • Farmington, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Farmington, MO
  • 4 hours ago

A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with the resident's assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by the...

Nurse Assistant/Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship - ICU - Department Only

  • Branson, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Branson, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Summary About Us CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics....

Nurse Assistant/Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship - Medical Unit

  • Branson, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Branson, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Summary About Us CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics....

Certified Medication Technician (CMT) $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Jackson, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jackson, MO
  • 8 hours ago

At Jackson Manor, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for...

Nursing Assistant (NA) - Days

  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Overview SSM Rehabilitation Hospital *A joint venture with Select Medical & Hospital* Stop by our Walk-In Thursdays in March This is a great opportunity to meet our team, tour our facilities and...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Missouri

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


Highest Education Level

CNAs in Missouri offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
High School or GED
21.9%
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 Missouri
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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