CNA Jobs in Arizona

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)

  • Heritage Health Care Center
  • Globe, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Globe, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Your daily responsibilities will be to deliver direct care to patients (bathing, feeding, grooming, toileting, etc.) as directed....

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Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

  • Life Care Center of Sierra Vista
  • Sierra Vista, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sierra Vista, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of a State approved CNA program Currently registered/licensed in applicable State....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Life Care Center of Sierra Vista
  • Sierra Vista, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sierra Vista, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

Your daily responsibilities will be to deliver direct care to patients (bathing, feeding, grooming, toileting, etc.) as directed....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Payson Care Center
  • Payson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Payson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

Your daily responsibilities will be to deliver direct care to patients (bathing, feeding, grooming, toileting, etc.) as directed....

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Local Per Diem CNA - Med / Surg

  • connectRN
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 15 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 15 days ago

Per Diem Acute Care CNA Do you have 2+ years of recent Acute Rehab/Inpatient Rehab or Med/Surg Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) experience?...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - up to $31/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 1 day ago

." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

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Certified Patient Care Assistant Observation

  • Banner Health
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires....

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Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA/LNA ICU

  • Banner Health
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires....

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Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA Cardiac Progressive Care Unit

  • Banner Health
  • Sun City, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sun City, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires....

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Certified Patient Care Assistant

  • Banner Health
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires....

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Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance...

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Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Full Time Days

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 5 hours ago

Performs services for the patient involving dressing, showering, bathing and oral feeding....

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Patient Care Assistant - Medical PCU - PCA Part Time

  • Mayo Clinic
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 hours ago

Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are...

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Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNA) - up to $27/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 6 hours ago

." - CNA, Springfield, TN "I've been using ShiftKey for years. It's a very good way to work. The people and facilities are respectful and helpful." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

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Patient Care Technician - TMCH Cancer Center Wilmot

  • Tucson Medical Center
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 hours ago

if completed one semester of clinicals in an acute care setting in an accredited nursing program, or completed a formal Patient Care Tech (PCT) program, or obtained a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Arizona

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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