CNA Jobs in Onalaska, 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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Resident Assistant - Every Other Weekend - Onalaska

  • Knute Nelson
  • Onalaska, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Onalaska, WI
  • 7 hours ago

As a Resident Assistant at Vivie, you will: Assist residents with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, and mobility....

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Resident Assistant - Part Time Evening - Onalaska

  • Knute Nelson
  • Onalaska, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Onalaska, WI
  • 7 hours ago

As a Resident Assistant at Vivie, you will: Assist residents with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, and mobility....

In Person Part Time

Nursing Assistant - with Classes - LWM

  • Winona Health
  • Winona, MN (18 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winona, MN (18 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Starting at $18.00 Part-Time OR Full-Time - Minimum 0.4 FTE (32 hours per pay period) Availability in ALL SHIFTS Weekends/Holidays: Rotations Position Overview: This position exists for the...

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Nursing Assistant - LWM

  • Winona Health
  • Winona, MN (18 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winona, MN (18 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Starting at $18.00 Part-Time OR Full-Time - Minimum 0.4 FTE (32 hours per pay period) Availability in ALL SHIFTS Weekends/Holidays: Rotations Position Overview: This position exists for the...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Inpatient Rehabilitation 0.6 FTE

  • Gundersen Health
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring a CNA for our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Surgical Digestive Care Unit

  • Gundersen Health
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16 Gundersen Health System is seeking a CNA for our Surgical Digestive Unit....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Part-Time

  • Accura HealthCare
  • Dakota, MN (7 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dakota, MN (7 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 10 days ago

As a CNA, you may assist with dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, bathing/showers, as well as providing basic treatments required and as directed by nursing staff....

In Person Part Time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Heritage Unit 0.6 FTE 12hr Rotating Shifts Weekends

  • Gundersen Health System
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Gundersen Health System is seeking a CNA for our Heritage Unit....

In Person Part Time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Medical Specialty Psychiatric Unit 0.8 FTE Days No Weekends!

  • Gundersen Health
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Gundersen Health System is seeking a part-time CNA for our Medical Specialty Psychiatric Unit....

In Person Part Time

Resident Assistant - Full Time - Havenwood of Onalaska

  • Knute Nelson
  • Onalaska, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Onalaska, WI
  • 14 days ago

As a Resident Assistant at Vivie, you will: Assist residents with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, and mobility....

In Person Full Time

Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

  • Houston Methodist
  • Houston, MN (16 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Houston, MN (16 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Specialty: CV Surgery - PRN Days At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) position is responsible for functioning as novice to competent and demonstrates basic knowledge and skills...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Heritage Unit 0.4 FTE Nights

  • Gundersen Health
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 20 days ago

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16 Gundersen Health System is seeking a CNA for our Heritage Unit....

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Patient Care Assistant Flex Option A - PRN

  • Houston Methodist
  • Houston, MN (16 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Houston, MN (16 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 21 days ago

At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Flex Option position is responsible for functioning as competent and demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate...

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Float Pool 0.5 FTE D/N

  • Gundersen Health
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 22 days ago

To learn more about a career as a CNA, view this Day in the Life video....

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Float Pool 0.9 FTE 12hr Nights

  • Gundersen Health
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI (9 miles from Onalaska, WI)
  • 22 days ago

To learn more about a career as a CNA, view this Day in the Life video....

In Person

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Onalaska, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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