CNA Jobs in Espanola, NM

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 Nurse Assistant

  • Los Alamos, NM (13 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Alamos, NM (13 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago

Between $17.00 and $19.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Northern Region $16.04 - $21.24 Per hour CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT Las Cumbres Community Services Occupation:...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Santa Fe MSA $34k - $45k Per Year Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) (Not Available) Occupation: Nursing Assistants Location: Santa...

Medication Assistant , Assisted Living

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago

Salary Not Available Medication Assistant, Assisted Living Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC Location: Santa Fe, NM - 87507 Positions available: 1 Job #: ...0986 Source: Spectrum Retirement...

CNA PRN

  • Espanola, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 1 day ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Northern Region $33k - $44k Per Year CNA PRN Addus HomeCare, Inc....

CNA

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 1 day ago

: 15 Weeks * Anticipated Schedule: 3x12 Days We`re currently seeking a CNA to join our amazing team with the following qualifications: * One or more year(s) of experience as a CNA * Licensed to practice...

Patient Care Assistant (EMT, MA, CNA) Adult and Family / Part- Time

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Patient Care Assistant (EMT, MA, CNA) Adult and Family / Part- Time Christus Health United States, Mexico, Santa Fe 455 Saint Michaels Drive (Show on map) Jun 07, 2025 Description POSITION SUMMARY:...

Patient Care Assistant (MA, EMT) Out-patient Diabetes Education / Part-Time

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Patient Care Assistant (MA, EMT) Out-patient Diabetes Education / Part-Time 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 455 Saint Michaels Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87505 Description POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for greeting...

CNA - Ltc

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Nursing Tech II-MSP-PEH - SURG/NURSING

  • Espanola, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 3 days ago

Assists with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing and walking patients. Operates patient monitoring systems specific to unit needs (such as, cardiac and fetal heart monitoring)....

Personal Care Attendant (PCA)

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 5 days ago

Our **In Home Caregivers** help care for our elders in the comfort of their own home and are responsible for a variety of general personal care tasks including daily personal and oral hygiene, bathing...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 5 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Santa Fe, NM ( Job Type Part-time Description Klarus Home Health, companies within Jet Health, Inc.seekingpart time or PRN (per diem)dedicated, compassionate and experienced...

Sr Administrative Assistant Nursing Administration / Full-time

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 8 days ago

Sr Administrative Assistant Nursing Administration / Full-time Christus Health United States, Mexico, Santa Fe 455 Saint Michaels Drive (Show on map) Jun 05, 2025 Description POSITION SUMMARY...

Nursing Assistant Med Surg FT/36HRS

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 8 days ago

Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment that is conducive to healing....

Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg Renal/Full-Time

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment. MINIMUM...

Nursing Assistant Med Surg FT/36HRS

  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM (24 miles from Espanola, NM)
  • 9 days ago

Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment that is conducive to healing.

Demographic Data for Espanola, NM

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Espanola, NM

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CNAs in Espanola, NM offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
High School or GED
21.8%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
7.0%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CNAs in Espanola, NM
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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