CNA Jobs in Evanston, IL

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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Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Floater

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Dialysis Patient Care Technician - CCHT is Required

  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

CNA

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Encompass Health invites you to bring your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) expertise to make a genuine difference in your local area....

Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Encompass Health invites you to bring your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) expertise to make a genuine difference in your local area....

Nursing Assistant

  • Palatine, IL (17 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (17 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Encompass Health invites you to bring your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) expertise to make a genuine difference in your local area....

Rnt

  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Encompass Health invites you to bring your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) expertise to make a genuine difference in your local area....

Patient Care Technician - Unit Secretary - Behavio

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

What you will need: CNA certification orSuccessful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course orminimum six months of previous patient care experience or equivalent or completion...

Nursing Technician - 7E Medicine (Flex Nights, Ful

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Possession of a CNA license from an accredited institution/school/program. Registered and active in the Illinois Department of Public Health -... For full info follow application link....

Patient Care Tech II / ED TECH 7pm-7am/3pm-3am every other weekend and every other holiday

  • Hines, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hines, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Position Responsibilities: GENERAL PATIENT CARE - Meets the comfort and hygiene needs of the patient by providing care services such as bathing, oral hygiene procedures, hair care, bed pan/urinal use...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - (EVENING WEEKEND)

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living. Transfer, position, and turn residents....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - (SUNDAY-MONDAY MORNING)

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living. Provide compassionate care for residents with dementia....

Patient Care Technician, PCT

  • Northlake, IL (13 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Northlake, IL (13 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Description At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the...

Patient Care Technician Emergency Department

  • Stone Park, IL (13 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Stone Park, IL (13 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in...

Bone Marrow Transplant Unit PATIENT CARE TECH II

  • Hines, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hines, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

GENERAL PATIENT CARE - Meets the comfort and hygiene needs of the patient by providing care services such as bathing, oral hygiene procedures, hair care, bed pan/urinal use, skin care and garment, linen...

Demographic Data for Evanston, IL

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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