CNA Jobs in Florence, AL

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, CNA

  • Cypress Cove Center
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (7 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (7 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: The Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA works alongside a Licensed/Registered Nurse to directly impact patients'/residents' quality of life by assisting with their activities of daily...

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Certified Nursing Assistant

  • US Healthcare Consulting Holdings
  • Florence, AL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Florence, AL
  • 7 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming Provide vital sign measurements, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure Maintain...

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Patient Care Assistant - Post Surgical Unit

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Florence, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Florence, AL
  • 5 days ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation)....

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Patient Care Aide II-HK-FT-Shift 3

  • Huntsville Hospital
  • Sheffield, AL (5 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sheffield, AL (5 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Assist the Registered Nurse or the Licensed Practical Nurse in patient care tasks not requiring licensure. Implements care under the supervision of an RN or LPN. Responsibilities Provides...

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Patient Care Assistant

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (7 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (7 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 13 days ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation)....

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Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg Vascular Unit

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Florence, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Florence, AL
  • 14 days ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation)....

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Hospice CNA PRN Full-time

  • UnitedHealth Group Inc.
  • Tuscumbia, AL (12 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tuscumbia, AL (12 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 19 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and medication reminders Support household tasks, meal preparation...

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Hospice CNA - PRN

  • Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (7 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (7 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 22 days ago

records and mobile devices for all clinicians Incentivized bonus plan Responsibilities Our Hospice Nursing Aides assist with various personal care issues including changing bedding, changing clothing, bathing...

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Patient Care Assistant - PRN Float Pool

  • North Alabama Medical Center
  • Florence, AL
  • 22 days ago
  • Florence, AL
  • 22 days ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation)....

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Patient Care Assistant - Womens Services

  • Lifepoint Careers
  • Saint Florian, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Florian, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation)....

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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide PRN flexible days and hours

  • Gentiva Health Services
  • Florence, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Florence, AL
  • 30+ days ago

PRN CNA needed (flexible days and hours)!...

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Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA

  • Genesis Administrative Services LLC
  • Tuscumbia, AL (12 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tuscumbia, AL (12 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities The Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA works alongside a Licensed/Registered Nurse to directly impact patients'/residents' quality of life by assisting with their activities of daily...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • ATC Healthcare, Inc.
  • Tuscumbia, AL (12 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tuscumbia, AL (12 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

ATC Healthcare is looking for a CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)!...

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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Part Time

  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Sheffield, AL (5 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sheffield, AL (5 miles from Florence, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Requisition #: 213922 Location: Sheffield, AL 35660 Category: CNA Salary: $12.00 - $22.00 per hour Position Details Position Overview The Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an individual who...

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Demographic Data for Florence, AL

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Florence, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CNAs in Florence, AL offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
High School or GED
21.1%
Associate's Degree
18.4%
Master's Degree
7.0%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CNAs in Florence, AL
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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