CNA Jobs in Patchogue, NY

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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PCA Needed - Homecare

  • South Setauket, NY (13 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • South Setauket, NY (13 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Salary: $20.77 / per hour Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care...

Nursing Assistant I/II NICU Full-Time Evening Shift Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant $2500 Sign on Bonus FT and $1250 PT

  • Commack, NY (21 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Commack, NY (21 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

$2,500 sign on bonus for full-time and $1,250 for part-time CNAs hired. Gurwin Healthcare System is a full continuum of care providing extraordinary care and caring to the people that we serve....

Nurse Aide - 3 South (Med/Surg) - Full Time, Days

  • Patchogue, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 1 day ago

Provides direct nursing care to patients by performing such tasks as vital signs/weight, complete/partial baths, skin care, Foley catheter care, enemas and specimen collection in compliance with policy...

(CNA) Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Kings Park, NY (21 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kings Park, NY (21 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements of the (CNA) Certified Nursing Assistant are as follows: + Active New York State CNA Certification + Physical + High level of patience, empathy, and compassion is a MUST + Ability to stand...

Nurse Aide II-Emergency Department-Part Time - Night Shift

  • Patchogue, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 1 day ago

Provides direct nursing care to patients by performing such tasks as vital signs/weight, complete/partial baths, Foley catheter care and enemas in compliance with policy and procedure....

Nursing Assistant I/II NICU Full-Time Evening Shift

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

CNA

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

CNA - take care of older patients Minimum Salary: 23.00 Maximum Salary: 24.00 Salary Unit: Hourly...

Nursing Assistant I/II Emergency Department Full-Time Night Shift Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

Nursing Assistant I/II 19N Med Onc Full Time Nights Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

Nurse Assistant, Certified - Per Diem & Contract - Suffolk County

  • Riverhead, NY (18 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverhead, NY (18 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Description: Provides patients with assistance in performing the activities of daily living. Assists health care team in ensuring patients safety. Job Responsibilities: Provides patients with...

Nursing Assistant I/II 16N Med/Tele Full Time Evenings Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

Nursing Assistant I/II 16N Med/Tele Full Time Evenings

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

Nursing Assistant I/II Emergency Department Part-Time Night Shift

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

Nursing Assistant I/II 19N Med Onc Full Time Nights

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from Patchogue, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Nursing Assistants are valuable members of our team, who provide empathic care to our patients, their families and visitors, with the highest degree...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Patchogue, NY

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Highest Education Level

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


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