CNA Jobs in New York

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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Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Overnight Shift

  • Prospect, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Prospect, NY
  • 3 days ago

What we're looking for High school graduate or equivalent Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients in need Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus Other...

Dialysis Patient Care Technician PCT CCHT

  • Clinton Corners, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Clinton Corners, NY
  • 5 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

  • New York, NY
  • 29 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 29 days ago

What we're looking for High school graduate or equivalent Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients in need Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus Other...

Nursing Assistant

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Nursing Assistant Career Opportunity (RNT) Elevate Your Nursing Assistant Role at Encompass Health Are you in search of a fulfilling career rooted in your community and heart? At Encompass Health,...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Granville, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Granville, NY
  • 3 days ago

Granville Center is hiring a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in Granville, NY. We Raised Our Rates!!! Earn between $18 - $20.5 based on experience $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!...

Activity Aide Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Queensbury, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Queensbury, NY
  • 3 days ago

Glens Falls Center is actively seeking a full-time Activities Aide CNA to work at our Skilled Nursing Facility located in Glens Falls, NY. We also offer a $3,000 Sign-On bonus!!...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Schenectady, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 3 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant Schenectady Center is actively seeking motivated Certified Nursing Assistants for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Schenectady, NY. We just raised our rates!! Base rate...

Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA Part Time 7-3

  • Katonah, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • Katonah, NY
  • 28 days ago

Position: Certified Nursing Assistants, CNA Location: Danbury, CT Employment Type: Part Time 7a-3p Department: Nursing About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Full Time 3p - 11p

  • Katonah, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Katonah, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant Location: Bethel, CT Employment Type: Full Time Salary Range: Competitive Department: Residential Services About Us: Want to know what makes our employees...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Carthage, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Carthage, NY
  • 3 days ago

Carthage Center is hiring a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in Carthage, NY. Base rate is $17-$18 with an additional $0.65 shift differential for evenings and nights....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistants- CNA Martine Center is actively seeking CNA Team Members for our skilled nursing facility in White Plains, NY Base rate is $22.00 - $23.50 with an additional $1.17 shift...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Bath, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bath, NY
  • 3 days ago

Facility Turning bedridden residents to prevent bedsores Maintaining Confidentiality of all Resident & Facility data Requirements: Must be able to work as a team member Successful completion of a CNA...

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 3 days ago

Fulton Center is hiring a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in Gloversville, NY. We Just Raised Our Rates!! Ask About Our Tuition Reimbursement Program!!!...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Cooperstown, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Cooperstown, NY
  • 3 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Team Member Cooperstown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is actively seeking CNA Team Members for our Skilled Nursing Facility....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Per Diem 7am - 3pm & 11p - 7am

  • Katonah, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Katonah, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Location: Norwalk, CT Employment Type: Per Diem 7am-3pm & 11pm-7am Salary Range: Competitive Department: Resident Care About Us: Want to know what makes...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CNAs in New York 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 New York
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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