CNA Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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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Certified Nurse Aide

  • Cedarburg, WI (20 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI (20 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 10 days ago

schedules available Up to $8,000 in scholarship and tuition assistance Career development and promotional opportunities A few details about the role: Resident to staff ratio is on average 7 to 1 for our CNAs...

Med Surg CNA/PCT

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Work Experience: Previous CNA experience in a hospital setting preferred. Additional Preferences No additional preferences....

Nursing Assistant - Observation Unit

  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 hours ago

Department: 35400 AMC Grafton - Observation Unit Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 36 Hours a Week, 1845-0715, Rotating Weekends...

3×8 CNA – Veterans Home – PM

  • Union Grove, WI (23 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Union Grove, WI (23 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 hours ago

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs direct patient care under the direct supervision of a RN or LPN/LVN or other licensed medical professional....

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual 2nd Shift

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Weare now accepting applications for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)!...

Medication Assistant

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 hours ago

position and employment status Minimum Eligibility Requirements: A high school diploma or equivalent preferred Minimum of 1-year of previous experience as a Caregiver or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA...

CNA- LindenGrove Menomonee Falls

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Assist residents with mobility needs, bathing, maintaining proper hygiene, dressing and toileting....

Certified Nursing Assistant at LindenGrove New Berlin

  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Assist residents with mobility needs, bathing, maintaining proper hygiene, dressing and toileting....

Patient Care Tech (PCT) - General Subacute Rehab

  • Saint Francis, WI (4 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Francis, WI (4 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

patient care) Must have completed one of the following: (required) Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA...

Certified Nursing Assistant - System Float T2 0.3 FTE (8 hour PM shift)

  • Vernon, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

We Are Hiring: Certified Nursing Assistant - System Float T2 0.3 FTE (8 hour PM shift) Begin your story with ProHealth Care System Float. Enjoy our video series featuring our own employees sharing...

Certified Nursing Assistant - System Float T2 0.9 FTE (Days)

  • Vernon, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

We Are Hiring: Certified Nursing Assistant - System Float T2 0.9 FTE (Days) Begin your story with ProHealth Care System Float. Enjoy our video series featuring our own employees sharing why they...

Certified Nursing Assistant, Fh - 5Ne - Internal Medicine

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

The CNA practices and performs what was taught during their CNA training and certification or learned during basic nursing courses at an accredited school for professional nurses....

Medication Technician

  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Certified Medication Aides/Techs make sure the medication supply room is organized and clean, assist with medication cart audits, and provide accurate counts of all medications....

CNA Training Program - November Class

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

License/Registration/Certification None required for acceptance into class, certification will be required for placement into a CNA position Education High School Diploma or equivalent is required Knowledge...

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Local Traveler

  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 2 days ago

CNA training and certification required and provided by facility....

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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