CNA Jobs in Sparks, NV

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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Community Living Center Nursing Assistant

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 19 hours ago

The Nursing Assistant (NA) the candidate will be provided opportunities to develop basic nursing skills in order to provide care to patients/residents with acute to chronic conditions in a health...

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Male Patient Care Technician (Under 20)

  • Aspenti Health
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Reno, NV - Reno, NV 89503Education Level: NoneSalary Range: $19.00 - $19.00Travel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Any Male Drug Screening Representative (Part-Time) Location:...

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Female Patient Care Technician (Under 20)

  • Aspenti Health
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Reno, NV - Reno, NV 89503Education Level: NoneSalary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyFemale Drug Screening Representative (Part-Time)...

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PATIENT CARE TECH/CNA, Med/Surg Unit, Full Time Days

  • Sierra Medical Center
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Sierra Medical Center is part of Northern Nevada Health System, a regional multi-facility system that has excelled at offering quality care to residents of the greater Truckee...

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CNA/P.C.T, Med/Surg III unit - Full Time Days

  • Universal Health Services
  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago

Adheres to fall precautions by performing/assisting patients with toileting/ADL care and never leaving the patient alone....

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CNA/P.C.T, Med/Tele Unit - Full Time Days

  • Universal Health Services
  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago

Adheres to fall precautions by performing/assisting patients with toileting/ADL care and never leaving the patient alone....

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CNA, Behavioral Health Unit, Full Time Days

  • Universal Health Services
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 2 days ago

Adheres to fall precautions by performing/assisting patients with toileting/ADL care and never leaving the patient alone....

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Certified Nurse Assistant - Trauma ICU

  • Renown Health
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 4 days ago

Experience: Six months CNA experience preferred....

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Patient Care Technician

  • DaVita
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 6 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 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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Medication Technician (NOC)

  • Kiley Ranch Senior Living
  • Sparks, NV
  • 7 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 7 days ago

Medication Technician (NOC)** **Location:** Kiley Ranch Senior Living **Job Type:** Full-Time **Shift:** Night Shift (NOC) **Shift Schedule: Wed. to Sat. - 10p.m to 6a.m. **PayRate: $19 **Job...

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Certified Nursing Assistant- Telemetry

  • Prime Healthcare
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 12 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Marys Health Network, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers...

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Acute Float Pool-Certified Nurse Asst

  • Renown Health
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 14 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 14 days ago

Experience: Six months CNA experience preferred. License(s): Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada CNA License. Certification(s): AHA BLS certification....

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PATIENT CARE TECH/CNA, Med/Tele Unit, Full Time Nights

  • Universal Health Services
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 16 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 16 days ago

Innovation: We continually invest in technology and process improvements to develop new and better ways of delivering clinical care Learn more at northernnevadahealth.com This Med/Tele Patient Care Tech/CNA...

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PATIENT CARE TECH/CNA, Med/Tele Unit, Full Time Nights

  • Sierra Medical Center
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 16 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 16 days ago

Innovation : We continually invest in technology and process improvements to develop new and better ways of delivering clinical care Learn more at northernnevadahealth.com This Med/Tele Patient Care Tech/CNA...

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Female Patient Care Technician (Full-Time)

  • Aspenti Health
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 21 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 21 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Reno, NV - Reno, NV 89503Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: Day Female Drug Screening Representative (Full-Time) Location: Reno,...

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Demographic Data for Sparks, NV

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Sparks, NV

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


Highest Education Level

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


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