CNA Jobs in Nebraska

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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CNA - FT Days - Bloomfield LTC

  • Good Samaritan
  • Bloomfield, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NE
  • 4 days ago

Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording...

In Person Full Time

CNA, Bath Aide - FT Days - Bloomfield LTC

  • Good Samaritan
  • Bloomfield, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NE
  • 13 days ago

Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording...

In Person Full Time

Certified Medication Aide

  • Mosaic
  • Beatrice, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Beatrice, NE
  • 12 days ago

We invite you to Walk-In on Wednesdays - A hiring event in Beatrice. We are accepting walk-ins to apply, chat about our current openings, and we will be making offers to qualifying candidates!...

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Secretary/Nursing Assistant - NICU - 24 Hours/Week - Weekend Days

  • Nebraska Methodist Health System
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning...

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Secretary/Nursing Assistant - NICU - 24 Hours/Week - Nights

  • Nebraska Methodist Health System
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning...

In Person

CMA - Medication Aide - Local Traveler

  • Sanford Health
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 3 hours ago

Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording...

In Person

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - FT St. Nights

  • Sanford Health
  • Alma, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Alma, NE
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining...

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Nurse Tech PRN E

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for guests and residents Assist guests and residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal...

In Person

Nurse Tech PT E

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for guests and residents Assist guests and residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal...

In Person Part Time

Nurse Tech PT D

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for guests and residents Assist guests and residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal...

In Person Part Time

Nurse Tech - PT OVN

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for guests and residents Assist guests and residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal...

In Person Part Time

Nurse Tech - FT E

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for guests and residents Assist guests and residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal...

In Person Full Time

Nurse Tech - FT D

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for guests and residents Assist guests and residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal...

In Person Full Time

Nurse Tech MT PT E

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 12 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for residents and guests Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal care needs Support...

In Person Part Time

Nurse Tech MT PT D

  • Hillcrest Health & Living
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 12 hours ago

What You’ll Get to Do Provide quality personal care and daily living support for residents and guests Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, hygiene, and other personal care needs Support...

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Nebraska

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Nebraska

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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