CNA Jobs in San Antonio, 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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Nursing Assistant-Float Pool

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 10 hours ago

You will provide informion based on the pient's condition, acceptance of limited physical mobility, body mechanics, colostomy care, and irrigions, and you will give the pient and family after-care instructions...

Patient Care Tech PRN

  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Patient Care Tech PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist...

Patient Care Technician PRN - Med Surg Tele

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Preferred: CNA Training Program; 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Essential...

Patient Care Technician - ER FT Days

  • Schertz, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Schertz, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

Preferred: CNA Training Program; 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Essential...

Patient Care Technician

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Preferred: CNA Training Program; 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Essential...

Patient Care Tech PRN

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 17 hours ago

Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Patient Care Tech PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist...

Patient Care Technician - ER FT Days

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 17 hours ago

Preferred: CNA Training Program; 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 - days of hire...

Operating Room Nursing Assistant

  • Fort Sam Houston, TX (5 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fort Sam Houston, TX (5 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

About the Position: This position is within the Directorate of Nursing Operating Room at the Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation A recruitment...

Caregiver / CNA - On Demand / Weekly Pay - Health Benefits

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. keywords: caregiver, CNA, certified nurse assistant, personal care assistant, HHA, home health assistant, senior care...

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - 10p-6a - Coronado at Stone Oak (18888)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day 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 Tech Rehab

  • Schertz, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schertz, TX (16 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago

families, and the care team while promoting safety and quality efforts What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Preferred: CNA...

Patient Care Technician - Med Surg FT Nights

  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred: CNA Training Program; 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Essential...

Patient Care Technician - Med Surg PT Days

  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cibolo, TX (19 miles from San Antonio, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred: CNA Training Program; 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Essential...

Patient Care Tech Rehab

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

families, and the care team while promoting safety and quality efforts What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Preferred: CNA...

Medication Aide Student Trainee - Dominguez Unit

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in San Antonio, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CNAs in San Antonio, TX offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
High School or GED
21.7%
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 San Antonio, TX
Less than 1 year
54.8%
None
26.7%
1-2 years
15.7%
8-10 years
2.8%


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