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Certified Nursing Assistant
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$45,252 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
EDUCATION/TRAINING/ EXPERIENCE
One-year experience in acute hospital setting preferred. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification required (Grandfathered:
existing employees must complete new requirements by 12/6/2025) Current CPR certification required. MAB is required to be completed on the first day of work. (Grandfathered:
existing employees must complete new requirements by 6/9/2025.)Benefits
- Dental Insurance