CNA Jobs in Troy, 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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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Glens Falls Center
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (22 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (22 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Glens Falls Center is hiring a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in Glens Falls, NY. Earn between $18.75 - $22.63 based on experience with an additional $.65 shift differential!!...

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Patient Care Technician - St Peter's Hospital - 2 McAuley FT Night

  • Trinity Health
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: 2 McAuley - Cardiac Step Down Unit - Working FT NIGHTS 3 12hr shifts 7p-7:30a NO SET SCHEDULE! St Peters Health Partners are...

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Patient Care Technician -PCT

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Clifton Park, NY (12 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (12 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

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 nurse in accordance...

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Travel Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Radiology

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Pittsfield, MA (24 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (24 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

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Patient Care Tech - St. Peter's Hosp - 5BF Med/Surg - FT 12hr NIGHT (No set schedules)

  • Trinity Health
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding and ambulation Taking vitals, patient care documentation Managing supplies What you will need: High School...

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Patient Care Tech - St. Peter's Hosp - 5BF Med/Surg - FT Day TRACK

  • Trinity Health
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding and ambulation Taking vitals, patient care documentation Managing supplies What you will need: High School...

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Patient Care Tech - St. Peter's Hospital - 4 McAuley/Cardiology - FT NIGHT - three 12 hour shifts

  • Trinity Health
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: If you are looking for a position with hands on patient care - this is the job for you! Full Time Nights - 3, 12 hr shifts (no...

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Patient Care Tech - Samaritan Hospital - Emergency Room - PT days

  • Trinity Health
  • Troy, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Assist patients with activities of Daily Living (bathing, positioning, ambulation and feeding) Taking vital signs and collecting specimens Transferring patients, managing supplies...

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Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: FT Nights 3 12 hr shifts 7p-7a no set schedule FT Nights Samaritan Emergency - 3 12hr shifts 7p-7a with rotating weekdays,...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • East Greenbush, NY (10 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Greenbush, NY (10 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 1 day ago

." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - up to $29/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Rensselaer, NY (10 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (10 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 2 days ago

." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Troy, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 3 days ago

Base re is $18.80-$20.57 with an $0.75 additional shift differential for evening and nights New CNA gradues welcome! Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities!...

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Education Specialist I-CNA Course

  • Berkshire Health Systems
  • Pittsfield, MA (24 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (24 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The primary responsibility is for the development of CNAs. The educator serves as liaison between assigned area or entity, and BHS Education....

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Live In Caregiver CNA, HHA, Pca

  • FCP Live-In
  • Troy, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 4 days ago

About the Position: Live-In Caregivers perform personal care activities that assist the client with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): Personal hygiene, bathing, dressing...

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Patient Care Technician

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Troy, NY)
  • 4 days ago

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 nurse in accordance...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Troy, NY

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


Highest Education Level

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


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