CNA Jobs in Galveston, TX

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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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - NICU (Galveston) (Nights)

  • University of Texas Medical Branch
  • Galveston, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 2 hours ago

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Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Dickinson, TX (19 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Dickinson, TX (19 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 13 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)

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - Inpatient Surgery Unit (Days)

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Corpsman program OR + Completion of EMT program OR + Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR + Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR + Certified MA, PCT, or CNA...

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Certified Medication Aide

  • Grand Living
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 4 days ago

The Certified Medication Aide assists with activities of daily living, like dressing, eating, grooming, communicating, toileting, personal hygiene and mobility needs, as well as preparing and administering...

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - NICU

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 5 days ago

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Patient Care Technician

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland
  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Patient Care Technician? At HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in...

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Patient Care Technician I - Med/Surg - League City (Nights)

  • UTMB Health
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 6 days ago

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - NICU (Casual)

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 6 days ago

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - GMC Sitter

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Corpsman program OR + Completion of EMT program OR + Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR + Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR + Certified MA, PCT, or CNA...

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - MedSurg Unit (Internal Medicine) Nights

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 7 days ago

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - GMC Overflow Unit (Nights)

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 7 days ago

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Patient Care Technician II TDCJ Medicine

  • UTMB Health
  • Galveston, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 8 days ago

Patient Care Technician II TDCJ Medicine Galveston, Texas, United States New Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2602945 To provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the...

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Patient Care Technician I TDCJ Infirmary

  • University of Texas Medical Branch
  • Galveston, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 11 days ago

Medical Corpsman program OR Completion of EMT program OR Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR Certified MA, PCT, or CNA...

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - GMC Overflow Unit (Nights)

  • University of Texas Medical Branch
  • Galveston, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 12 days ago

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Demographic Data for Galveston, TX

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Galveston, TX

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


Highest Education Level

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


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