CNA Jobs in Madison, NJ

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/CHHA Memory Care

  • Brightview Senior Living, LLC
  • Wayne, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

A current state required certification as a CNA/HHA/CHHA- Medication Aide Certified is a plus. Why work at Brightview?: Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference! 1....

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Caregiver (CNA or CHHA) Overnight

  • Brightview Senior Living, LLC
  • Randolph, NJ (10 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Randolph, NJ (10 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

A current state required certification as a CNA/HHA/CHHA- Medication Aide Certified is a plus. Why work at Brightview?: Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference! 1....

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Nursing Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tinton Falls, a Joint Venture with Monmouth Medical Center
  • North Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • North Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 22 days 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

  • Maple Glen Center
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (19 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (19 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities: The Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA works alongside a Licensed/Registered Nurse to directly impact patients'/residents' quality of life by assisting with their activities of daily...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Edison, NJ

  • One Stop Recruiting
  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Edison, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Location: Edison, NJ Overview: Our clinical team is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support providers in delivering wound care services across skilled nursing...

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Caregiver (CNA or CHHA) Memory Care

  • Brightview Senior Living, LLC
  • Warren, NJ (10 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (10 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

A current state required certification as a CNA/HHA/CHHA- Medication Aide Certified is a plus. Why work at Brightview? Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference! 1....

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CNA-Certified Nursing Assistant

  • ArchCare
  • Staten Island, NY (19 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (19 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Assist residents with activities of daily living to include: bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting....

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Patient Care Technician - Adult Med Surg - PT Nights with Benefits (11pm-7:30am)

  • Hackensack Meridian Health
  • Hackensack, NJ (21 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (21 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs and blood sugar preferred At least one (1) year PCT or CNA experience in a...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Skilled Nursing Or Assisted Living Facility Setting

  • Supplemental Health Care
  • Wayne, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Qualifications: Current CNA Certification American Heart Association BLS 1 year of recent experience as a CNA Prior experience in a Skilled Nursing Or Assisted Living Facility setting is prefered Skilled...

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Nursing Assistant / NA Med Surg

  • Mountainside Medical Center
  • Montclair, NJ (11 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Montclair, NJ (11 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Preferred Job Requirements: CNA certification. Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role....

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Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • East Orange, NJ (11 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • East Orange, NJ (11 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Part-time offering! PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed...

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Patient Care Technician - PCT - training available

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Must be available to work flexible shifts from 4:30 AM - 9:30 PM EST. (3) 12+ hour rotating shifts Monday - Saturday Dialysis experience preferred Will consider Phlebotomist, Medical Assistants and CNAs...

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Certified Nursing Assistant Pediatric Long Term Care Days

  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Mountainside, NJ (6 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mountainside, NJ (6 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant Location: Mountainside (MTN) Department Name: Long Term Care Req #: ... Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $20.57 - $25.81 per hour Pay Transparency: The...

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Medication Assistant

  • Sinceri Senior Living
  • Teaneck, NJ (23 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Teaneck, NJ (23 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility, as needed Engages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care and medication...

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CNA/Chha

  • Brightview Senior Living, LLC
  • Paramus, NJ (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramus, NJ (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

A current state required certification as a CNA/HHA/CHHA- Medication Aide Certified is a plus. Why work at Brightview? Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference! 1....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Madison, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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