CNA Jobs in Peoria, 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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CNA Obstetrics Acute

  • OSF Healthcare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

Overview POSITION SUMMARY: The Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT/CNA) provides appropriate safe basic care to patients which includes taking vital signs, assisting patients with...

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CNA Digital Hospital

  • OSF Healthcare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School/GED Licenses/Certifications: CNA-Certified Nurses Assistant Other Licenses/Certifications: Valid Drivers License in current status and BLS...

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CNA Surgical Acute

  • OSF Healthcare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: CNA-Certified Nurses Assistant CPR American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED Experience Six months...

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CNA Orthopedics Acute

  • OSF Healthcare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: CNA-Certified Nurses Assistant CPR American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED Experience Six months...

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Nurse Aide in Training

  • Tutera Senior Living
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Nurse Aide in Training Are you a Nurse Aide in Training seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking health care rockstars to join our...

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Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 2 days 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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Nursing Assistant Neuroscience Nights

  • CT_THOfNE01 Trinity Health Of New England Corporation, Inc.
  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago

What you will do Collect and report patient information and data Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning...

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Resident Aide (CNA?RA) - Part Time

  • Unique Homes & Lumber
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago

This may include medication supervision, feeding, bathing, and taking residents to the restroom....

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Certified Nursing Assistant - Full Time

  • Unique Homes & Lumber
  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Assistance may include feeding, dressing, bathing, and taking resident to the restroom....

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CNA

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications/ Must haves: - Valid Drivers License and Proof of Auto Insurance - Current CPR certification ( American Heart Association) - CNA ( NO WAIVER) - TB Test ( 2 STEP) - Physical with NO WORK...

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3rd SHIFT CNA - Home Care PEORIA

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 9 days ago

Interim Healthcare is looking for overnight caregivers/ CNA's to provide hands on care in the home.in Peoria and the surrounding areas. Must have a valid driver's license and current auto insurance.

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Nursing Assistant

  • The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 days ago

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

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Resident Aide

  • Unique Homes & Lumber
  • Washington, IL (8 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, IL (8 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 13 days ago

This may include medication supervision, feeding, bathing, and taking residents to the restroom....

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CNA Adult Medical Specialty

  • OSF HealthCare
  • Peoria, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: CNA-Certified Nurses Assistant CPR American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED Experience Six months...

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Nurse Assistant FT Nights

  • CT_THOfNE01 Trinity Health Of New England Corporation, Inc.
  • Peoria, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 13 days ago

What you will do Collect and report patient information and data Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Peoria, IL

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


Highest Education Level

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


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