CNA Jobs in New Mexico

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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Patient Care Assistant-Transport

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • moments ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • moments 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 Manager - Operating Room

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • moments ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • moments ago

Overview Now hiring a Nursing Assistant Manager! Persbyterian Healthcare is hiring a Nursing Assistant ManagerUnder the direction of the Nursing Director, works with the Department RN Manager in...

Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Progressive Care

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit. Performs specific patient care...

Patient Observation Attendant

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 1 day ago

Overview Now hiring a Patient Observation Attendant. Specially trained clinical staff, designated to provide observation of patient(s) at risk for safety How you belong matters here. We value our...

Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Emergency Department

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 3 days ago

Overview Rust Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Tech to join our team and contribute to our mission of providing high-quality care. A Nurse Tech in the Emergency Department...

Certified Nurse Aide (HH)

  • Peralta, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Peralta, NM
  • 8 days ago

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Certified Nurse Aide to come join our rapidly growing team in Belen, NM....

Nursing Tech II - MED/SURG

  • Ruidoso, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Ruidoso, NM
  • 8 days ago

*CNA preferredUPDATED: 9.17.2020 Education:Essential:* High School Diploma or GED Responsibilities Responsibilities:*Monitors patients and collects information for documentation in the patient record...

Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Neuro Specialty Care

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 9 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech on the Neuro Specialty Care Unit to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit....

Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech - Neuro Specialty Care

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 9 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech on the Neuro Specialty Care Unit to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit....

Nursing Tech II - Medical / Surgical, Clovis NM

  • Clovis, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Clovis, NM
  • 10 days ago

Overview Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis, NM is seeking a Full Time Nurse Tech to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our nursing staff,...

Nursing Tech-Inpatient I - Clinical Care Nursing Support

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Nursing Tech I. In this role, you will perform specific patient care procedures (such as, phlebotomy, wound care, gastric and urethral tube insertion and bedside...

Unit Secretary / Nursing Tech - Cardiac Progressive Care

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit. Performs specific patient care...

Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Neuro Progressive Care

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit. Performs specific patient care...

Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Medical Specialty Unit

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 18 days ago

Overview Rust Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Tech to join our Medical Specialty team and contribute to our mission of providing high-quality care. You will work under the...

Unit Secretary / Nursing Tech - Operating Room

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech in the Operating Room to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit. Performs...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for CNA Jobs in New Mexico

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


Highest Education Level

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


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