CNA Jobs in Louisiana

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 (CNA)

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

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

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Certified Nurses Assistant

  • Sevita
  • Hammond, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Hammond, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Completion of CNA certification program; Current CNA certification issued by state relevant to the position....

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Nursing Assistant - 4N

  • Opelousas General Health System
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 4 hours ago

Education: Completion of a state-approved CNA program required. High School Diploma preferred. License/Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant certification required and CPR required....

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Nursing Assistant (CNA1/2)

  • State of Louisiana
  • Jackson, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jackson, LA
  • 6 hours ago

CNA 1 Special Entrance Rate $13.74 hourly ( base pay)) CNA 2 Special Entrance Rate $14.70 hourly (base pay), * plus shifts differentials and premium pay of $3.00 per hour worked....

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Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1

  • State of Louisiana
  • Monroe, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 6 hours ago

Direct and assist in providing care such as feeding, ambulating, bathing, positioning, lifting and dressing. Make rounds and instruct/train subordinates in patient care techniques....

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Nursing Assistant 1-2 (CNA 1-2)

  • State of Louisiana
  • Monroe, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 6 hours ago

Appointment Type: Probational or Job Appointment Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Nursing Assistant 1 or 2 (CNA 1 or 2) Work Schedule: Work may involve shift work....

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Nursing Assistant 1 WAE (Part Time CNA)

  • State of Louisiana
  • Jackson, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jackson, LA
  • 6 hours ago

Provides care to patients such as ambulating, feeding, bathing, positioning, and lifting. Sterilize equipment and supplies....

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CNA - Patient Sitter - Full Time - Days

  • Ochsner Health
  • Monroe, LA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 11 hours ago

Certifications Required - Current state of practice Certification as a Nurses Assistant (CNA); Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association to be obtained within 30 days from hire; Crisis...

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CNA

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Alexandria
  • Pineville, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pineville, LA
  • 12 hours ago

Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating...

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Nursing Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Alexandria
  • Simmesport, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Simmesport, LA
  • 12 hours ago

Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating...

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Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Home Health PRN

  • Elara Caring
  • Marksville, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Marksville, LA
  • 1 day ago

Elara Caring is looking for a passionate Certified Nursing Assistant CNA to join our elite team of healthcare professionals and make a difference, one patient at a time....

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Certified Nursing Assistant Full-Time Night Shift

  • FMOL Health
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS Education - High School Experience - Communication and Customer Service Skills Licensure - CNA...

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Nurse Technician - P&S PACU

  • FMOL Health
  • Monroe, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 1 day ago

Non Invasive Patient Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when Assistance is provided in patient admission, discharge, and transfer. Measures, collects, and records patient data...

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Certified Nursing Assistant-Acute MedSurgical A-PRN

  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Coushatta, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Coushatta, LA
  • 1 day ago

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications CNA License in state of employment required. BLS required. Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Per Diem As Needed...

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Travel CNA to New York

  • TOP Employee Travel Nursing
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago

Are You a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)? We have opportunities for travel CNA's in multiple states - excellent pay rates and opportunity for overtime, advancement, and more!!...

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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