Updated June 01, 2022
A CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) assists patients with the tasks of daily living, including bathing and eating. A CNA works as part of a healthcare team to provide care in nursing and residential care facilities.
Salary (Median Pay)
- Salary: $30,830/yr
- Hourly Rate: $14.82/hr
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Duties and Responsibilities
- Bathing patients;
- Turning or moving patients;
- Grooming patients;
- Feeding patients and documenting food intake;
- Checking vital signs;
- Cleaning rooms and linens;
- Stocking supplies;
- Transporting patients; and
- Assisting with some medical procedures.
Qualifications
- Completion of state-approved training program certification (varies by state);
- Licensing in state;
- Clean background check;
- Empathy;
- Patience; and
- Physical stamina.