For the CNA working in a state funded hospital for the mentally ill, it can be exceptionally rewarding and at the same time very dangerous work. The dynamics of working in a state hospital are different from any other medical facility the aide might find himself or herself working in. How do you admit new [...]
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Time Saving Tips For CNA’s: Toileting And Personal Hygiene
The CNA’s job is not an easy one, they can be pushed behind schedule so easily that they can only catch up and take a break when the other shift comes in. The CNA can often be found soothing the ruffled feathers of family members, running from one demanding resident to the other, helping other [...]
CPR Guide For Nursing Assistants
Every good certified nursing assistant should be proficient at cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). To become skilled and certified at CPR you will need to practice on dummies with an instructor, but this will give you the basics so that you will already have some understanding of what you are doing when you take the class. Serious [...]
Increasing Your Pay as a Certified Nursing Assistant
Economically this is not the best time for asking for raises, and yet there are things you can do to fatten your paycheck. Fashion designer Coco Chanel said that to be indispensable it is necessary to be different. How can you be different in a positive way? Let’s start with some basics. Administrators like employees [...]
How to Write a Certified Nursing Assistant Resume
The purpose of your resume is to tell a potential employer something about you to see if you are a good fit for the job you are seeking. You want to let the director of nurses know about your education, skills, interests and goals. You can see a Sample CNA resume at the end of [...]
CNA Training – Taking Vital Signs
When you are train to be a CNA, you will learn about taking vital signs. This will be an important part of your day when you are working as a certified nursing assistant. You will help to monitor a patient’s vital signs throughout your shift. You will learn the procedure for taking vital signs when [...]
Paid CNA Training
Paid CNA training can mean one of two things. It can refer to certified nursing assistant courses that you must pay for rather than receiving for free. The term paid CNA training, can also refer to the opportunity to get paid while you are training to become a nursing assistant. Paid Courses If you are [...]
CNA Training Program Information
If you are interested in a career as a certified nursing assistant (CNA), you will want to consider CNA training programs available to you. As a nursing assistant, you will help the nursing staff provide care and compassion for patients. There are a variety of ways to train to become a nursing assistant. You should [...]
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