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 […]
Certified nurses’ assistants have many opportunities to hone their skills, stay up to date, and learn about new developments. Several courses are available, and new ones are being developed all the time. Last year the Journal for Continuing Education in Nursing published the results of a study conducted at Towson University in Maryland. A day-long […]
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 […]
I have had the opportunity to work with many CNA’s in my career as a care provider and I have given my respect to a few and have lost respect for many. A CNA’s job is hard but full of rewards and joys. It can also be filled with unnecessary hardships imposed by other CNA’s […]
On the surface, the differences between CNA work and Home Health Aide work may not be immediately apparent, upon closer inspection, the lines begin to become more defined. In some cases a home health agency will use only CNA’s as HHA’s because they can do more by law, when required. Depending on the facility or […]
You have become a certified as a nurses’ assistant and you are justifiably proud. You are employed in meaningful work that helps other people. What’s next? Many nursing assistants plan on making their own niche as certified nurses’ assistant their life’s work, and some elect to take on more challenging responsibilities as a registered nurse […]
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 […]
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 CNA recruiter know about your education, skills, interests and goals. When you send your carefully-crafted resume to the recruiter, don’t forget to […]
Stress is a common aspect of many jobs, but many people find that working in the health care field can be slightly more stressful because you can experience stress form both your colleagues and your clients. Effective communication and practicing empathy are major factor in reducing the amount of stress you experience in the workplace. […]
When receiving healthcare or choosing it as a prospective career it is good to know the differences between a CNA and an LPN. The tasks and responsibilities performed by these two professionals are unique. Though both are functional parts of the collective nursing team, their jobs and expertise are quite different and the care they […]
