CNA Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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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Medication Technician - CNA HCA - Memory Care

  • HomePlace at Burlington by Cogir
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 1 hour ago

Must have a valid state CNA or HCA license per state regulations. Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain....

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Nurse Technician I - Nursing Float Pool

  • Peace Health
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 6 days ago

Assists patient with personal care which may include bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration....

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Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

  • Avalon Healthcare
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 16 days ago

You accomplish this by: Assisting residents with daily living activities Providing residents with hygiene and oral care Helping residents to dress and groom Bathing residents safely and with dignity...

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Caregiver - CNA HCA - Memory Care

  • HomePlace at Burlington by Cogir
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 17 days ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring, as needed, while adhering to community protocols, licensing regulations...

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Patient Care Technician

  • DaVita
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 18 days 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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CNA - ICU Stepdown

  • Peace Health
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 21 days ago

Assist patient with personal care which may include: bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration....

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Nurse Assistant NAR

  • Avalon Health Care Group
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 27 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 27 days ago

Work as a Nursing Assistant while you wait for your CNA license to become active!...

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Patient Care Technician, (PCT) - Acute Care/ICU, Part Time, Night Shift

  • Island Hospital
  • Anacortes, WA (17 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anacortes, WA (17 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Assist patients to bathroom, bedside commode, or with use of bedpan for toileting Tidy and clean patients' rooms. Washes and dresses bodies of deceased persons....

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CNA - Intermediate Care Unit

  • Peace Health
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Assist patient with personal care which may include: bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • PeaceHealth
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Assist patient with personal care which may include: bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration....

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CNA - Nursing Float Pool

  • Peace Health
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Assist patient with personal care which may include: bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration....

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Medication Aide - Spring Creek by Bonaventure

  • Bonaventure Senior Living
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 90+ days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for: Providing personal care assistance to our residents (this includes bathing, dressing, incontinence, etc.)...

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HCA CNA Bellingham WA

  • Home Care Evolution
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 90+ days ago

What You'll Do: Personal care (bathing, grooming, toileting) Light housekeeping & meal prep Transportation & companionship Follow a care plan and support client independence Requirements: CNA/HCA certification...

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Demographic Data for Bellingham, WA

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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


Highest Education Level

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


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