CNA Skills
Everything You Need to Know about CNA Clinical
Clinical is a type of training that healthcare providers do to improve their skills in patient care. New CNAs must complete a certain number of clinical hours before taking the state certification exam. Apart from state requirements, CNA clinical allow students to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to a real-life setting. Importance of…
Read MoreCNA Job Interview Tips That Will Help You Get Hired
You have finished your CNA training and are ready to embark on your new career. As you begin to prepare for your job interview, it is essential to keep in mind that the interviewer’s goal is to get to know you and determine if you are a good fit for the position. Getting a CNA…
Read MoreHow to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence as a CNA
As a certified nursing assistant (CNA), you will work closely with patients dealing with various health issues. This can be emotionally challenging, and you must have solid emotional intelligence to provide the best possible care for your patients. What is emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence is the ability to be aware of and understand your…
Read MoreCNA Skill Series: Performing Range of Motion Exercises
As a certified nursing assistant, you will be responsible for providing basic care to patients. This can include everything from helping them bathe and eat to providing emotional support. However, one of your job’s most important aspects is ensuring that patients maintain their Range of motion (ROM). ROM exercises are important for patients of all…
Read MoreCNA Skill Series: Assist to Ambulate Using Transfer Belt
Many patients may struggle to stand or walk on their own after an injury or surgery. They may require the help of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) to ambulate or move around. This process is called transfer. It can be very dangerous for both the patient and the CNA if the transfer is not done…
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