CERTIFIED NURSING 

A certified nursing assistant(CNA) helps patients with direct health care needs, often under the supervision of a nurse. Certified nursing assistants may also be called a nursing assistant, a nurse’s aid, or a patient care assistant. CNAs work directly with patients and nurses , helping with the many physical and complex tasks for patient care.

Some of their responsibilities include:

• Turning or moving patients

• Gathering medical supplies

• Bathing patients

• Grooming patients by brushing their hair, teeth, shaving them, etc.

• Feeding patients and documenting their food and liquid intake

• Checking vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate

• Answering patient calls

• Documenting information

• Cleaning rooms and bed linens

CNA  have unique requirements and responsibilities. In essence, certified nursing assistants help perform critical tasks that ensure patients are well-cared for

and safe during their hospital stay. Checking vital signs, keeping patients clean, and other duties like this are extremely important for patient care and satisfaction. Each state will have specific responsibilities that CNAs are eligible to perform, so the exact job roles may vary depending on where you live.