CNA Jobs in North Carolina

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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Nursing Technician Ortho, 3x12 Days

  • Cone Health
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 30+ days ago

The Nursing Technician supports the Registered Nurse through observing and documenting patient conditions. Working under close supervision, this role assists with patient support through...

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Nursing Technician Part-Time Nights Ortho

  • Cone Health
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 29 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 29 days ago

The Nursing Technician supports the Registered Nurse through observing and documenting patient conditions. Working under close supervision, this role assists with patient support through...

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Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA

  • Abbotts Creek Center
  • Lexington, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 60+ 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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CNA/Healthcare Tech - Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Medical/Surgical 10A Unit FT Nights

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Department: 34408 Carolinas Medical Center - Nursing: Med Surg 10A Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7p-7a Pay Range $19.80 -...

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Nursing Assistant II (NA II) - Labor & Delivery - PRN Nights

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 12hr nights 1830-0700 PRN Pay Range $21.85 - $32.80 Major Responsibilities: Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing...

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Nursing Care Assistant I (CNA) - 3300 General Surgery (Nights)

  • Duke Health
  • Durham, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients including, but not limited to, feeding, bathing, hair care, changing clothing, nail care, bed-making, assisting with ambulation, enemas,...

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Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Cameron, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cameron, NC
  • 3 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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Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Our CNAs have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Medication Technicians (QMAP), Home Care Aides and Nurses. Make Lives Better Including Your Own....

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Certified Nursing Assistant

  • PruittHealth
  • Brevard, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Brevard, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification in state of practice Family Makes Us Stronger....

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CNA Home Care/Long-term Care FD

  • Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 4 hours ago

The job you have been looking for! AuthoraCare Collective is currently seeking a C.N.A Float (Home Care/Long Term Care). This is a Full-time position (32 hours per week); Monday, Tuesday,...

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CNA Home Care/Long-term Care

  • Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro
  • Burlington, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 4 hours ago

The job you have been looking for! AuthoraCare Collective is currently seeking a C.N.A Float (Home Care/Long Term Care). This is a Full-time position; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and every...

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CNA Needed

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 hours ago

A female CNA needed in Raleigh to assist a quadriplegic woman with bathing; dressing; handling colostomy and catheter bags; transfer using Hoyer lift; meal preparation; laundry and housekeeping....

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Patient Care Technician

  • DaVita
  • Hampstead, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hampstead, NC
  • 4 hours ago

medical equipment Physically able to work long shifts on your feet Willing to float between local clinics if needed Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Preferred: CNA...

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Certified Nursing Assistant - Templeton Of Cary

  • Liberty Healthcare Management
  • Cary, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Liberty Cares With Compassion Liberty Senior Living is currently seeking an experienced: CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) Job Description: Assist residents with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene,...

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Home- Care Weekend Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Senior Community Care of North Carolina Home Health
  • Durham, NC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 5 hours ago

Personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care and bathing. Assists participants in and out of bed assisting with ambulation....

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Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


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Salary for CNA Jobs in North Carolina

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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