For CNAs

If you are visiting our site with hopes of finding more information about becoming a Nursing Assistant or furthering your career as a CNA, you are in luck!

Becoming a CNA is no easy task.  The process will probably take some time as well as motivation to learn new things. As a nurse aide, your clients will rely on your help during everyday activities, which means that your constant attention and supervision will probably be required.  As a nurse aide, you must be able to be patient and caring while helping your clients with their daily personal needs such as bathing, feeding, toileting and exercising.

Nursing paraprofessionals—including certified nursing assistants, home health aides and other caregivers—are the true backbone of the health care system.  Their devotion to their careers helps countless individuals in need everyday. 

Certified Nursing Assistants - Certified nursing assistants work under the supervision of registered nurses in order to fulfill the needs of their clients.  Clients depend on CNA's to assist them with every day tasks such as dressing, bathing, and exercise. CNA's often work within hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.

Home Health Aides - Home health aides visit the homes of the elderly, disabled, and the recovering to provide assistance with every day tasks. They often work within the home setting in order to improve the quality of life of their clients.  More and more clients have begun to depend on home health aides because their services are often cheaper than hospital bills.  The home environment may also be more comfortable for clients and could help speed up the healing process.