CNA Jobs in Los Lunas, NM

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-Night

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 9 hours ago

Assistant-Night Job details Salary $696.24 Weekly Gross Pay type Location Albuquerque, New Mexico Employment type Contract Estimated Start Date 04-28-2025 Estimated End Date 06-29-2025 Discipline Healthcare | CNA...

Nursing Assistant Float Pool GS3/4/5

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

care, skin care simple dressing, application of braces and prosthetic devices, monitoring of Works on small group activities with veterans/residents according to the patients/resident treatment plan...

Nursing Assistant - 5D - Telemetry Acute Care

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 2 days ago

care, skin care simple dressing, application of braces and prosthetic devices, monitoring of Works on small group activities with veterans/residents according to the patients/resident treatment plan...

Pre Op Patient Care Tech

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago

New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics. located at: 8300 Constitution Ave NE, Albuequerque, NM 87110: No Weekends! Paid Holidays! Help facilitate the safe, efficient admission of pre-operative...

Hospice CNA

  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 3 days ago

Ambercare is looking for a full-time CNA to join our fast growing hospice team in the city of Belen!...

CNA

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 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...

Nursing Assistant- FT Nights

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago

ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect,...

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - $10-$14/hr

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago

Pay rates now starting at $17.50 dollars per hour! Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's...

Hospice CNA

  • Belen, NM (11 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Belen, NM (11 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago

Ambercare is looking for a full-time CNA to join our fast growing hospice team in the city of Belen!...

Nursing Assistant - 3A - Acute Care Service

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago

care, skin care simple dressing, application of braces and prosthetic devices, monitoring of Works on small group activities with veterans/residents according to the patients/resident treatment plan...

Patient Care Tech / PCT Cardiology

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 4 days ago

Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification....

CNA

  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 5 days ago

REHABILITATION NURSE TECHNICIAN I - DAY & NIGHT SHIFT - FULL TIME Compensation Range: $16 - $26 Hourly Compensation is determined based on experience and applicable certifications. GREAT BENEFITS...

Nursing Assistant

  • Jarales, NM (13 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jarales, NM (13 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 5 days ago

REHABILITATION NURSE TECHNICIAN I - DAY & NIGHT SHIFT - FULL TIME Compensation Range: $16 - $26 Hourly Compensation is determined based on experience and applicable certifications. GREAT BENEFITS...

Patient Care Assistant-Transport

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Now hiring a Patient Care Assistant Transport patients between clinical and non-clinica l departments and nursing units. Transport patients needing admission, surgical and procedural...

Nursing Assistant - 5D - Telemetry Acute Care

  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM (22 miles from Los Lunas, NM)
  • 5 days ago

The New Mexico VA Medical Center is recruiting for Nursing Assistants for Telemetry Acute Care Service Unit (5D)! Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure...

Demographic Data for Los Lunas, NM

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Los Lunas, NM

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Los Lunas, NM 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 Los Lunas, NM
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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