CNA Jobs in Plano, 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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Travel Nurse Assistant RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $1,643 per week

  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

vArida-Tech Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Assistant for a travel nursing job in Rowlett, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: NICU - Neonatal...

Local Contract Nurse Assistant RN - Manager - $50-53 per hour

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

vArida-Tech Inc. is seeking a local contract nurse RN Manager Assistant for a local contract nursing job in Frisco, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Manager Discipline: RN...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)-The Villa at Mountain View (17929)

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

We are striving to build our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) "Dream Team" with a positive culture and fantastic opportunities for career advancement....

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Dallas, TX (21 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (21 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team...

Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Stepdown

  • Plano, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed....

Patient Care Technician - Admit Unit

  • Plano, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - FT Days Richardson Rehab

  • Richardson, TX (6 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richardson, TX (6 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) where required by state where the hospital resides. Current BLS certification is required. Experience: None required....

Patient Care Technician

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification....

Patient Care Technician

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

For non-nursing students, completion of a certified nurse assistant (CNA), basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic or Medical Assistant (MA) program/training is required....

Integrated Therapy Services - Patient Care Technician

  • Plano, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 1 day ago

If not a student, 1 year of experience as a CNA, EMT, or Medical Assistant is strongly preferred EDUCATION High school diploma or equivalent required For non-nursing students, completion of a certified...

Patient Care Assistant - Gen Med/Cardiology - FT Days

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland...

Patient Care Technician - Full Time - Nights - Renal

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Hours of Work : 36 Days Of Week : 3 night shift 12 hours Work Shift : 12X3 Night (United States of America) Job Description : Your Job: In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging...

Patient Care Tech HUC Nights

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Location/Facility Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Centennial (Frisco) Specialty/Department/Practice Med Surg Shift/Schedule Full time nights, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating...

Certified Nursing Assistant

  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

the unique service plan for every assigned resident each shift Assisting with bathing, dressing/undressing, and other activities of daily living Answering call lights as soon as possible to ensure...

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE 1st shift MONDAY-FRIDAY 6:00AM - 2:00PM

  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Great DON, amazing ADONs, and awesome CNAs! A Day in the Life of a Successful CNA Provide cares for our dear residents Bathe, shower, shampoo, shave our residents....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Plano, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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