CNA Jobs in Valparaiso, IN

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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Patient Care Technician

  • DaVita
  • Portage, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portage, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 1 day ago

medical equipment Physically able to work long shifts on your feet Willing to float between local clinics if needed Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Preferred: CNA...

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CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • American Senior Communities LLC
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: Valid and current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Indiana....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - up to $25/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Demotte, IN (22 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Demotte, IN (22 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Patient Care Technician I (0.9 Nights)

  • C0010 Franciscan Health Crown Point
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 4 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Preferred High School Diploma/GED Nursing student after having completed 1st semester of clinicals Required Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Required Prior PCT experience in another acute...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Hospice Care / PRN

  • Transitions Group
  • Demotte, IN (22 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Demotte, IN (22 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 5 days ago

If you're a CNA who leads with heart and wants to feel the weight of your work in the best possible way, we'd love to meet you....

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Nursing Assistant-Nursing Developement

  • Methodist Hospitals
  • Merrillville, IN (16 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (16 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions) Assists patients with basic patient care related tasks, including bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, feeding, transferring...

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Patient Care Technician

  • Franciscan Health
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 6 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Preferred High School Diploma/GED Nursing student after having completed 1st semester of clinicals Required Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Required Prior PCT experience in another acute...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Priority Life Care
  • Hobart, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): CNAs make personal connections with residents, ensures high quality comfort and care for residents, are courteous and friendly co-workers, and follow procedures as...

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Qualified Medication Aide (78944)

  • Centurion Health
  • Westville, IN (8 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Westville, IN (8 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: IN, Westville - Westville Correctional Facility - WESTVILLE, IN 46391Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category:...

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QMA - Qualified Medication Aide

  • Brickyard Healthcare
  • Portage, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portage, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago

We rely on and trust our Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to provide quality healthcare and enrich the lives of our patients and residents. The right candidate for this role is a dedicated and...

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CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Brickyard Healthcare
  • Portage, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portage, IN (13 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago

We rely on and trust our Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to provide quality healthcare and enrich the lives of our patients and residents....

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CNA - FT 2nd and 3rd Available

  • Brickyard Healthcare
  • Knox, IN (22 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Knox, IN (22 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago

* We rely on and trust our Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to provide quality healthcare and enrich the lives of our patients and residents....

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Activities Assistant CNA

  • Brickyard Healthcare
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 7 days ago

CNA license in good standing. Prior Memory Care experience preferred....

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Nurse Aide

  • American Senior Communities LLC
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 7 days ago

Become a Nurse Aide Today! Bring your heart to work! Caring people make the difference at American Senior Communities! Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values...

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CNA/HHA

  • Bristol Hospice
  • Merrillville, IN (16 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (16 miles from Valparaiso, IN)
  • 7 days ago

CALIFORNIA REGULATION: Must be a CNA in good standing AND must have a current Home Health Aide (HHA) certification in good standing in the State of California....

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Demographic Data for Valparaiso, IN

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Valparaiso, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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