Certified Nurse Aide Jobs
Certified Nurse Aide jobs are open across long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living communities, and home health agencies, at every level from entry-level to senior aide, with specializations in memory care, rehabilitation support, and pediatric or geriatric care. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Overview
The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Minimum Work Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications: Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
- Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred
- Basic computer knowledge is preferred
- Ability to move or lift patients and equipment
- Ability to work independently within general guidelines
- Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written
Overview
The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Minimum Work Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications: Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
- Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred
- Basic computer knowledge is preferred
- Ability to move or lift patients and equipment
- Ability to work independently within general guidelines
- Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written
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Find Certified Nurse Aide JobsCertified Nurse Aide Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Appalachian Regional Healthcare20
- Arnot Health8
- BAYADA Home Health Care8
- Allied Services5
- SYNERGY HomeCare5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services69
- Medical Devices3
- Distribution & Wholesale1
- Education1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified nurse aide jobs.
- Active state CNA certification in good standing with no lapsed renewal
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
- Minimum of one year of experience in a long-term care or acute care setting
- Ability to lift and transfer patients safely, typically up to 50 pounds or more
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as PointClickCare or MatrixCare
- Completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training and competency evaluation program
Tips for Your Certified Nurse Aide Job Search
List every certification on your resume
Your CNA state certification, CPR card, and any specialty training like dementia care or feeding assistance should appear near the top of your resume. Hiring managers scan for these first, and missing them can get your application filtered out automatically.
Match your resume to the care setting
A resume built around long-term care won't read as strongly to a home health agency. Swap in language from the job posting, like 'activities of daily living' or 'post-acute rehabilitation,' so your experience maps directly to what the employer does.
Target facilities with high aide-to-resident ratios
Openings at facilities with better staffing ratios usually signal more manageable working conditions. Read recent reviews on state health department inspection databases before applying, so you're not walking into a high-turnover environment without knowing it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists certified nurse aide openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for skills demonstration interviews
Many employers ask you to demonstrate a clinical skill, like hand hygiene, positioning, or taking vitals, during or after the first interview. Practice the exact procedural steps out loud beforehand so you're not caught off guard when the hiring manager hands you a mannequin or equipment.
Negotiate shift differential before accepting
Night, weekend, and holiday shifts typically carry higher pay for CNAs, but the differential isn't always volunteered upfront. Ask specifically about weekend and overnight rates during the offer conversation, since these details rarely appear in the written job posting.
Certified Nurse Aide Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most certified nurse aides?
The companies hiring the most certified nurse aides right now include Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Arnot Health, and BAYADA Home Health Care, with the largest share of openings in Kentucky, New York, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently high across skilled nursing facilities and home health agencies regardless of season.
How many certified nurse aide jobs are remote?
About 0% of certified nurse aide openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most other healthcare support roles due to the hands-on nature of direct patient care. The sub-areas with the most remote or hybrid flexibility tend to be virtual patient monitoring, care coordination, and telephonic patient education roles.
How do you become a certified nurse aide?
You complete a state-approved CNA training program, which includes both classroom instruction and supervised clinical hours covering skills like bathing, feeding, and vital signs. After finishing the program, you pass your state's written and skills competency exam. Once you pass, your name is added to the state nurse aide registry, and you can apply for jobs immediately.
Can you get hired as a certified nurse aide with little or no experience?
Yes, many employers hire newly certified CNAs straight out of training programs, especially skilled nursing facilities and home health agencies that run their own onboarding. Highlighting your clinical hours from your training program, any volunteer work in care settings, and soft skills like patience and physical stamina helps your application stand out even without paid experience.
What does the certified nurse aide interview process look like?
Most CNA interviews start with a phone screen from a recruiter or nurse manager covering your certification status and availability. An in-person or video interview follows, focused on your patient care experience and how you handle difficult situations. Some employers add a skills demonstration where you perform a clinical task. A background check and drug screen are standard before any offer is finalized.
Where can I find and apply to certified nurse aide jobs?
You can find and apply to certified nurse aide jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your certifications, preferred care setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing. No detours to other platforms are needed, since the openings and the application are both in one place.
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