CNA Jobs in Picayune, 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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Hospice CNA - Full Time

  • Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
  • Picayune, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Picayune, MS
  • 2 days ago

opportunities Continuing education and scholarship opportunities Responsibilities Enhabit Hospice Nursing Aides assist with various personal care issues including changing bedding, changing clothing, bathing...

In Person Full Time

Hospice CNA - PRN

  • Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 5 days ago

opportunities Continuing education and scholarship opportunities Responsibilities Our Hospice Nursing Aides assist with various personal care issues including changing bedding, changing clothing, bathing...

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Hospice CNA - Full Time

  • Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 5 days ago

opportunities Continuing education and scholarship opportunities Responsibilities Enhabit Hospice Nursing Aides assist with various personal care issues including changing bedding, changing clothing, bathing...

In Person Full Time

Patient Care Technician

  • DaVita Inc.
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 6 days 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/Patient Care Assistant - Patient Care Services - Day

  • Ochsner Health
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 23 days ago

providing sitter-type services in the home either through an agency or a private arrangement, performing personal care in a nursing home, skilled nursing setting or hospital setting; experience with bathing...

Remote

Certified Nursing Assistant - Med/Tele - Nights

  • Ochsner Health
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 30+ days 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;...

Remote

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - up to $21/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Bay St Louis, MS (14 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bay St Louis, MS (14 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Certified Nursing Assistant - Woodland Village Nursing Center - Nights - FT

  • Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
  • Diamondhead, MS (17 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Diamondhead, MS (17 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Assists residents with personal care and activities of daily living Supports residents with bathing, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting Assists with serving with meals and supplements to residents...

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Certified Nurse Aide (69824)

  • Priority Management
  • Bogalusa, LA (23 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bogalusa, LA (23 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

resident assignment schedule as made out by the charge nurse Lift, move and transfer residents as required Answer call lights in a timely manner Assist or feed residents Keep resident clean and dry, toileting...

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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

  • Gentiva Health Services
  • Picayune, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Picayune, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Are you a Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who finds purpose in providing compassionate, hands-on care during life's most meaningful moments?...

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CNA Weekends Gulfport

  • Home Care Association of America
  • Pass Christian, MS (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pass Christian, MS (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible schedule Training & development Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking to hire CNA's to join a dynamic care team providing...

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PCA/CNA Weekends North Gulfport Area

  • Home Care Association of America
  • Pass Christian, MS (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pass Christian, MS (21 miles from Picayune, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Flexible schedule Are you a PCA or CNA who is looking for a new opportunity? Are you looking for additional work?...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Nexion Health
  • Picayune, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Picayune, MS
  • 90+ days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 12-Hour Shifts offered (7am-7pm, 7pm-7am) Rate: $14.00-$15.00 / hr. based on experience Shift Differential: 3p-11p: $0.50 / hr. 11p-7a: $1.00 / hr....

In Person

Demographic Data for Picayune, MS

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Picayune, MS

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


Highest Education Level

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


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