CNA Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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 Tech/CMA/CNA/EMT

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 hour ago

JOB TITLE : Patient Care Tech/CMA/CNA/EMT GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : Under supervision, performs routine non-professional and professional care; unbagging and bagging equipment, make up post op kits...

Certified Medication Technician (CMT)

  • Bolivia, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bolivia, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 4 hours ago

You Matter Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a...

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

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 18 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...

Hospice CNA - Overnight

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago

The CNA must have a competency evaluation by an RN every 14 days to evaluate services of aide 2....

Certified Nursing Aide, CNA II- Neuro Stepdown & Stroke

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago

Why Novant Health? ($2500.00 Sign On Bonus) For external hires only Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time. Let Novant Health be the...

Patient Care Technician

  • Wilmington, NC (6 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC (6 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification....

PT Instructor, Nurse Aide I & II

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 5 days ago

DEFINITION: To provide instruction to students through lecture, demonstration, laboratory exercises, clinical instruction, handouts, and responding to questions and testing. SUPERVISION RECEIVED...

Certified Nursing Assistant I

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago

Novant Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide and document assistance to patients with activities of daily living and maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the...

Pca

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago

PCA New Hanover House - 2.1 Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time Estimated: $29.3K - $37.7K a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid training Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid...

Local Resource Team-Certified Nurse Assistant I

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago

Professional Nursing Resource Team (PNRT) CNAs are responsible for providing safe, continuous quality patient care in a variety of settings....

CNA

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 7 days ago

Start your career as a CNA with Interim HealthCare!...

CNA Pediatric Home Health

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago

Our CNAs work flexible and predictable schedules with full support anytime day or night. We are looking for Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) to work full-time and part-time shifts....

Caregivers & CNAs

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago

transfers Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient attitude Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Preferred Skills: CNA...

Certified Nursing Assistant - The Commons At Brightmore

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 days ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion Liberty Senior Living is currently seeking an experienced: CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) Full Time, Evenings Job Description: Assist residents with bathing, dressing...

Certified Nurse Assistant 11pm - 7am

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 days ago

Novant Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide and document assistance to patients with activities of daily living and maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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