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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Resident Assistant

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

Caregivers are responsible for helping people with their daily tasks, such as laundry, cleaning, bathing, dressing, and taking their medication....

Patient Care Technician, 3E IMC

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 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...

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - $400 Bonus Available* Pay Rate: $16-$20/hour Differential pay for nights and weekends Weekly Pay!...

Patient Care Technician

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 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....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Part-Time

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

We are looking for rockstar CNAs to join our team!...

Patient Care Technician - Train in Dialysis

  • Springfield, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 4 days ago

Health care experience a plus including: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification. DaVita is a clinical leader!...

Patient Care Technician, 3B Rehab

  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 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...

Certified Nursing Assistant- CNA

  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago

National opportunities with over 300 locations in US Responsibilities Providing care as directed by a nursing supervisor, including but not limited to: bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Sunny Acres - Part-Time

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

We are looking for rockstar CNAs to join our team!...

Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA)

  • Springfield, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 11 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 - FT

  • Chatham, IL (10 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chatham, IL (10 miles from Springfield, IL)
  • 16 days ago

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

Patient Care Tech Regional Float Pool PRN

  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago

of hire (with prior approval) Preferred: + High School Diploma or equivalent + At least two (2) years of experience as a CNA Now that you know more about being a Regional Float Pool PCT / CNA on our...

Patient Care Tech Regional Float Pool

  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago

This is a day shift position 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. or night shift position 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and requires a current Colorado CNA license. This is a full-time 36 hour a week position....

Resident Aide

  • Springfield, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 22 days ago

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

Patient Care Assistant - PCA

  • Springfield, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 23 days ago

Patient Care Assistant - PCA - $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,...

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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
24.0%
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 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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