CNA Jobs in Springfield, 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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Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Chatham, IL (10 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chatham, IL (10 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Overview Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Mount Pulaski, IL (23 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mount Pulaski, IL (23 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Full Time CNA Night Shift We are looking for rockstar CNAs to join our team!...

Live-In Certified Nurse Aide

  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Live-In Certified Nurse Aide - $400 Bonus Available* Pay Rate: $16-$20/hour Differential pay for nights and weekends Weekly Pay! $400 Sign On Bonus Available* Flexible Hours Offering Full-time,...

Patient Care Technician, Float Pool

  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

Education, Licensures & Certifications: One of the following is required: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed Two (2) years of relevant...

CNA - Riverwalk Post Acute

  • Rochester, IL (9 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, IL (9 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Location: Riverwalk Post Acute Starting Pay: $18.50/hour Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Springfield, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 6 days ago

To become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will need - High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of an accredited CNA program preferred....

Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide

  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago

Home Health Aide, Home Health Aid, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA Weekly Pay, CNA Weekly Pay, HHA, CNA, Hospice Aide, Hospice Aid, Nurse Assistant Rate $15.80-$18.60 We Offer Comprehensive Benefits...

Patient Care Technician, 4G Surgical

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

Education, Licensures & Certifications: One of the following is required: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed Two (2) years of relevant...

Patient Care Technician, 6B Cardiac

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

Education, Licensures & Certifications: One of the following is required: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed Two (2) years of relevant...

Patient Care Technician, 2E Medical

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

Education, Licensures & Certifications: One of the following is required: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed Two (2) years of relevant...

RN Student Nurse, Patient Care Technician

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Education: One of the following required: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA); Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed; or Minimum of two (2) years of relevant...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Sunny Acres - Part-Time 2nd Shift

  • Petersburg, IL (20 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Petersburg, IL (20 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 9 days ago

PART TIME EVERY OTHER WEEKEND We are looking for rockstar CNAs to join our team!...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Mount Pulaski, IL (23 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Mount Pulaski, IL (23 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Full-Time CNA (2-10pm) We are looking for rockstar CNAs to join our team!...

Patient Care Technician, 2B General Surgery

  • Springfield, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 15 days ago

Education, Licensures & Certifications: One of the following is required: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed Two (2) years of relevant...

Patient Care Technician

  • Springfield, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 17 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....

Demographic Data for Springfield, IL

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Springfield, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CNAs in Springfield, IL offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
High School or GED
21.7%
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 Springfield, IL
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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