A CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) is a vital healthcare professional in America who provides basic, hands-on patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Also known as nurse aides, they primarily assist patients with essential daily activities.Â
What Do They Do?
CNAs are the backbone of direct patient care. Their daily responsibilities include:Â
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- Personal Care: Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and using the restroom.
- Vital Signs: Measuring and recording a patient’s temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
- Mobility: Turning, repositioning, and transferring patients in and out of beds or wheelchairs.
- Observation: Reporting any sudden changes in a patient’s physical or mental condition to the supervising nurse.
Where Do They Work?
CNAs work in a variety of medical facilities, primarily:Â
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- Nursing homes and assisted living facilities
- Hospitals
- Home healthcare agencies (visiting patients in their homes)
How to Become a CNA
Becoming a CNA is one of the quickest ways to enter the American healthcare field. The process typically involves:
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- Completing a state-approved training program (often lasting just 4 to 12 weeks through community colleges, the American Red Cross, or vocational schools).
- Passing a state-administered competency exam to be placed on a state registry.Â
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics, CNAs earn a median hourly wage of about $18.96, or roughly $39,430 annually, though this varies depending on the state and facility.
On this note, I welcome you to the CNA Program with Health Care Integrated School-Based Health (HCISBH)
In this program, you will gain both theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to become a professional, competent Nursing Assistant.
I encourage you to follow all aspects of the program. Do all the quizzes and assignments, watch all videos, and ensure you complete all steps. I wish you success in the end.
Before you get started with this course, kindly go through the CNA Skills Student Protocols It will prepare you with adequate information for this course.
Once again, you are welcome.
Course Content
Module 1- Using Good Body Mechanics
Module 2 - Clinical Skills Practice
Module 3 - Understanding Long-Term Care
Module 4 - Dealing with Death and Dying
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- 21 Lessons
- 32 Topics
- 3 Quizzes
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