certified nursing assistant

Bedside care worker

A certified nursing assistant, or CNA, is a healthcare worker who provides basic patient care under the supervision of nurses.

CNAs help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, feeding, and moving patients.

The role requires completing a state-approved training program and passing a competency exam.

She worked as a certified nursing assistant before going to nursing school.

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Able to wait calmly

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Relative tending sick kin

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