CNA Jobs in Salem, VA

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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Lead Patient Care Technician - New River Valley Medical Center ER

  • Christiansburg, VA (19 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Christiansburg, VA (19 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: The Lead Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated patient care servies related to...

Dont have to be PCA OR CNA

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago

You don't have to be a PCA or CNA for this position. Just be dependable, reliable and willing to work....

Patient Care Technician - 12 West - FT

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Nearest Major Market: Roanoke Job Segment: CNA, Patient Care Technician, Patient Care, Nursing Assistant, Nursing, Healthcare...

Nursing Assistant - Med Surg

  • Salem, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 3 days ago

Summary Come Join Our Team! The Salem Veterans Affairs Healthcare System is looking for 9 Nursing Assistants (NAs) to work in Med Surg. This position assists licensed nursing staff in the care of...

Patient Care Tech Resource Pool Blue Ridge, Northern VA

  • Blue Ridge, VA (20 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Blue Ridge, VA (20 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Basic Life Support Certification, BLS *One of the following programs is acceptable for education: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA...

CNA - Kroontje Health Care Center-Cove - Full-Time Evening Shift

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 3 days ago

CNA- Kroontje Health Care Center- Cove "URGENTLY HIRING" Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Nursing Home andSkilled Nursing Center Cove Join Our Compassionate Team - Enhanced Pay and Benefits $4,000.00...

Patient Care Technician- Resource Pool- FT

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago

You'll provide nursing care that includes taking the patient's blood pressure, checking their oxygen levels and temperature, as well as assisting patients of all sexes and genders with bathing, meals...

CNA 7-11 Weekend full time, Memory Care

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago

CNA 7-11 Weekend full time, Memory Care Department:Memory Care Location:Roanoke, VA We are currently taking applications for a full-time weekend C.N.A....

Assisted Living Unit Secretary/Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Must have a valid Virginia CNA License. CPR certification required upon hire or willing to obtain. Additional Considerations None....

Nursing Assistant CNA / NA / PCA

  • Salem, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 6 days ago

Full-Time CNA Sign On Bonus - $1,000 paid out in equal installments over 10 pay periods Shifts available: Full Time 2:45 p.m. - 11:15 p.m. (Joseph C....

Patient Care Assistant

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Minimum Qualifications Ability to provide patient care under supervision of licensed staff and/or Lead CNA; ability to follow instructions and report observations to licensed nurse in timely manner;...

Nursing Assistants

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 7 days ago

un Nursing Assistants (Roanoke) Evergreen compensation: negotiable employment type: job title: Direct support professionals 1.Looking for nursing assistant to work in small facility setting on...

Nursing Aide Student

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Title: Nursing Aide Student State Role Title: Nursing Aide Student Hiring Range: $14.48 Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept of Veterans Services Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr Agency Website:...

Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Title: Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant State Role Title: 49053 Hiring Range: $21.74 Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Catawba Hospital Agency Website:...

Patient Care Technician - 7 South PCU - FLEX

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 9 days ago

You'll provide nursing care that includes taking the patient's blood pressure, checking their oxygen levels and temperature, as well as assisting patients of all sexes and genders with bathing, meals...

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Salem, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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