CNA Jobs in Hernando, MS

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) - up to $21/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Southaven, MS (10 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (10 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Nurse Technician- Rehabilitation

  • Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 10 hours ago

Assist with toileting using bedpans, urinals, commodes, or ambulation....

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Patient Care Technician

  • DaVita
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 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 FT Days Home Health

  • Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich...

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CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Private Duty (Days)

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago

Adoration private Duty is seeking a passionate, dedicated Private Duty CNA to join our team inMemphis, TN. Our Private Duty CNAs provide expert, patient-centered care....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Student Nurse Tech / PRN

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago

, oral hygiene, shaving and hair care Assist with urinary catheter removal, finger stick blood sugars, bladder scans, routine urine and stool specimen collection, ostomy care and emptying drainage receptacles...

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Personal Care Attendant

  • Americare
  • Olive Branch, MS (12 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (12 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago

What Youll Do Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility Provide compassionate physical and emotional support while preserving...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Arbor Company
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago

Are you ready to love your job again? Join The Arbor Company and discover a work family where you are treated with respect. We are recognized by our team members as a Great Place To Work and we...

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Certified Nursing Assistant - Full Time

  • Universal Health Services
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Lakeside Behavioral Health System provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking to be part of a team-oriented and compassionate organization. Our staff tell us that our team...

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CNA

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Memphis
  • Byhalia, MS (17 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS (17 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 6 days ago

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

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Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Memphis
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 6 days ago

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

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Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Help at Home
  • Byhalia, MS (17 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS (17 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 7 days ago

What we're looking for Active Mississippi CNA listed on the Mississippi Nurse Aide Registry (MSDH) (required) Must be 18 years or older High school diploma or GED preferred Valid driver's license, reliable...

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Nursing Assistant FT Days Hospice Residence Memphis

  • Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 8 days ago

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich...

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LOCAL ONLY - Nursing - CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Ingenovis Health
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 10 days ago

LOCAL ONLY - Nursing - CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you'll be responsible for supporting medical staff in administering care to patients with various injuries...

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Demographic Data for Hernando, MS

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Hernando, MS

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


Highest Education Level

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


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