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Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA

Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant — CNA

About this Specialty

CNAs provide basic patient care under the supervision of RNs and LPNs. Duties include helping patients with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as taking vital signs and reporting changes in patient condition.

When to See This Provider

CNAs work in nursing homes, hospitals, and home health settings. They are often the healthcare worker patients interact with most frequently.

Provider Details
Training Required

4–12 weeks

Provider Type

Nursing

Formal Title

CNA

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