Certified Nursing Assistant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Certified Nursing Assistant:

  • High School graduate or equivalent
  • Nursing Assistant Certification
  • Current CPR
  • Ability to think and work independently and with direction
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Comfortable using a computer

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Certified Nursing Assistant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Certified Nursing Assistant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.