tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52244859225673748182024-02-20T13:12:07.478-08:00Red Cross CNA Traininggldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-6073031755477261942015-04-04T03:22:00.002-07:002015-04-04T03:24:18.077-07:00The Benefits of Taking a Nursing Program<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">A nursing program increases your knowledge base and
helps in furthering your career prospects in the healthcare industry. Advanced
training allows you to choose a specialization based on your passion and
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">Nursing is one of the honorable professions in the
world. Nurses play a very important role in the healthcare industry assisting
patients suffering from ailments or recovering from a surgery or injury. As a
nurse you would be involved in day-to-day patient care in hospitals, assisted living
facilities or provide home healthcare to the patients. Whether you plan to
become a Certified Nursing Assistant or a Registered Nurse you would need to
take a training program. These training programs better your career prospects
and also improve your skills in nursing and patient care. Let us share with you
some of the benefits of taking a nursing program. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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profession both in terms of monetary returns as well as the satisfaction of
providing care to a person. This profession isn’t bound by the dynamics of the
market or recession. There is no downsizing or fall in demand for these
professionals. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">According to the </span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">U.S. Department of Labor </span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;">the median pay for Registered Nurses and
Certified Nursing Assistants stood at $65,470 and $24,420 respectively. A
professional <a href="http://cnaclassesnow.com/" target="_blank">nursing degree</a> would make you eligible to work in a variety of
roles in the healthcare industry. Advanced training allows you to explore into
variety of emerging roles in the industry. <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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Nursing is a highly demanding job and it requires specialized training. It is a
vast field that requires an individual to possess skills in patient care,
monitoring vitals, administering medication, maintaining cleanliness and
hygiene and keeping track of their progress. Nursing programs increase your
knowledge base and keep you abreast with the new technologies and techniques
used in patient care. You would also keep updated with the latest medication
used in patient care. This advanced knowledge comes in handy patient care on a
day-to-day basis while serving your patients. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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As a nurse you would have the opportunity to select a specialty based on your
passion and ambition. You can choose between working in a hospital or in an
assisted living facility. Many nurses also prefer to take up the roles of
educators and train new entrants into this profession. Nurses in hospitals can choose among several
inter-disciplinary roles such as working in the cardiology, neurology, surgical
or pediatric department or even provide primary care in remote areas where
there are no doctors. Nursing training allows you to choose your area of
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gldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-88921286685768780792015-01-16T01:13:00.001-08:002015-01-16T01:13:12.985-08:00Safe Nursing Clothing and Gear<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">As with most jobs there is a
certain amount of recommended clothing and gear that you should wear once you
<a href="http://cnaclassesnow.com/" target="_blank">become a nurse</a>. The prescribed gear is for your safety and the safety of those
around you to include other patients, your peers and most importantly the
family at home that you are working to provide for. This clothing and gear is
to protect you from diseases, blood born pathogens and bodily fluids such as
urine.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the most important piece of gear for a nurse would be tennis shoes. Tennis shoes are the
most important piece of gear because they will protect your feet. Tennis shoes
will also provide support when you have to stand for long periods of time. One
of the most important safety concerns with tennis shoes is that in a face paced
environment such as an inner city hospital emergency room you have less of a
risk of slipping and falling on the hospital floor. It is never a safe bet and most to wear any
kind of open toed shoes, not to mention most hospitals and clinics will have
guidelines against it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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second most important piece of gear for a <a href="http://nursingassistantguides.com/what-is-a-certified-nursing-assistant-cna/" target="_blank">CNA</a>, LPN or medical assistant would be gloves, because they protect your
hands from exposure to bodily fluids and any kind of infection that may be
present on a patient you a treating. An important thing to consider when
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face-mask and eye protection. Nurses should don a facemask if you are treating
a patient who has or displays symptoms of an infectious disease. Eye protection
should ideally be worn in any type of surgery situation to protect your eyes
from splatter of blood and other bodily fluids.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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good piece of gear that will sometimes be worn is a gown or apron over your
scrubs so that you don’t contaminate your uniform and transfer any diseases,
blood or infections to your other patients or peers. An apron will also protect
your uniform giving you a neat and clean appearance, which is great when you are
pulling a twelve hour shift in the emergency room.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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but not least is the most important item to any nurses uniform scrubs. Scrubs
should be comfortable and loose fitting so that you can most effectively
conduct your duty, not to mention this will give you a professional look.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
gldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-22624705715022274462014-02-12T12:00:00.001-08:002014-02-12T12:00:24.663-08:00Biggest Challenges Facing CNAs in the Healthcare Industry<div class="MsoNormal">
There are many different benefits facing certified nursing
assistants in the healthcare industry, including an inherent lack of support
from coworkers. Hospitals, nursing homes, and other places like these can be
extremely hectic, which means that nobody else you are working with will have a
lot of time to help you. It will be important that you learn to take care of
all your duties and responsibilities on your own. Independence is definitely one
quality that will work well for you as a CNA.</div>
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Perhaps the biggest challenge that faces all CNAs is their
patients. While it is true that many of your patients will be friendly and easy
to get along with, there will be others that really make it challenging just to
get through the day. This is precisely why it will be important for you to
learn how to deal with these patients so you can keep your cool and remain
calm. Aside from uncooperative patients, there are those who have conditions
like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease and require specialized care. </div>
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It is okay if you get a little impatient or angry over a
patient once in a while, but you will need to keep calm most of the time,
especially when you are around them. You will need to act as professional as
possible, even when you are faced when patients that are abusive and
uncooperative. It is highly recommended that find out as much as possible about
your patients, so you will be in a much better position to help take care of
them on a daily basis. Every patient is going to be different in some way, so
make sure that you try to develop a rapport with the ones you get.</div>
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Although forming close bonds and friendships with patients
can be one of the most rewarding aspects of working as a CNA, it can also lead to
loss and frustration. Death is very common and an unavoidable part of working
in a hospital or nursing home. Those nurse’s assistants who develop close
friendships with their patients will find that it can be very difficult to deal
with their deaths. It is difficult to prepare yourself to deal with losing
someone you care about, especially when it comes out of nowhere. You can,
however, deal with it in your own time without letting it affect your job.</div>
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Sometimes the actual facility that you work in as a CNA can
present some challenges. There are certain places that have an inefficient
layout as well as other things that make it difficult to work there on a daily
basis. Sometimes your supervisors will also present you with challenges,
especially if they are very demanding and put unrealistic expectations on you.
Unfortunately, sometimes being a nursing assist means having to answer to
people you are not fond of. As long as you know what to expect as a CNA and
take on the challenges as they come, you should be very successful at your job,
no matter where you work.</div>
gldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-90590515201555900132014-01-13T12:18:00.000-08:002014-01-13T12:18:04.180-08:00Important Personal Traits for Every CNA<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify;">
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nursing assistants, irrespective of their physical appearance have certain
similar personalities. The most basic strongest ones are confidence,
determination, optimism and goodwill. If all these are part of you great! You
make a perfect <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CNA" target="_blank">CNA</a>, if not don’t freak out there are mentors and educators who
can help you build them. It is advisable to review this list before an
anticipated interview, or for self evaluation for those already working. It helps
a nursing assistant get the boss point of view of them in comparison to a
perfect CNA match</span></div>
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often work with hospital patients or injured home residents, the elderly,
handicapped, possibly due to feelings of loneliness low self esteem, self pity
and depression. With such kind of emotions, patients may be dull, inflict
verbal abuse or behave in uncooperative manner. CNAs must have the capacity to
keep their personal feelings aside and aim in providing best possible patient
care. This is under all situations irrespective of the patient’s race, color,
gender, nationality and religion. Listening to their charges with care and
genuine respect is a step in improving healthcare. This portrays compassion
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a nurse assistant, requires them to be observant, sharp and detail oriented.
One must be careful when providing patients and residents with correct
medication and dosage, noting correctly each vital sign. Patients have to be
observed closely to note changes in their behavior, body habits and appearance.
Any fluctuations indicating change in their conditions requiring medical
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imperative for a CNA to be exceptionally thorough in their duties. Hospitals,
medical amenities and nursing home can provide an incubator for bacteria and
infections if proper protocols are not strictly followed. Protecting patients
and resident’s health, nurse assistants have to keep rooms, beddings, patients
themselves and the rest of the health facilities clean and sterile. With quite
a big number of patients in most cases, everyday has a tight schedule. Being
able to execute your daily assigned duty under pressure systematically and
carefully is a valuable trait.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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time being spent with the patients, it is vital to relate well with other
co-workers and colleagues. One should be proficient at following instructions
either verbal or written and should effortlessly communicate in writing and orally.
Certified assistant nurses should collaborate consistently with colleagues to
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Being a certified nursing assistant (CNA) gives you two benefits; one, the extraordinary opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others, and two, the chance to earn a decent income. Speaking of income, it is important for you to note that there are various aspects that will determine your salary as a CNA. The following are the main aspects affecting certified nursing assistant salary: -<br />
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As a certified nurse aid, you will be responsible for providing basic medical care and also assist those patients in long-term health care facilities. This may include assisting patients bathe, reposition/turn bedridden patients, transfer patients on wheelchairs and help patients with eating. At times, you will be asked to assist in serving meals or recording patients’ health concerns and report medical details to nurses. The more responsibilities a nurse aid has, the more likely he/she is going to get a higher salary.<br />
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A CNA can be employed to work at different healthcare facilities including nursing homes, hospitals, scientific research facilities, rehabilitation centers, clinics, community healthcare facilities, elderly homes and surgical facilities among others. These healthcare facilities may be private, local or state-owned facilities. There are those facilities that have a higher demand of nurse aids, due to increased number of patients. The amount of salary you will earn will depend on the type of healthcare facility you will be employed to work at, and the level of expertise you will be required to have to work at the facility.<br />
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The location also has a considerable impact on the CNA salary. Nurse aids working at facilities that are situated in nonmetropolitan areas have difficulties in gaining access to sufficient healthcare, elevating the demand for high quality nursing care. The average CNA salary at the top paying nonmetropolitan areas is higher than the national average. However, the salary offered in nonmetropolitan areas is lower compared to the one offered in metropolitan areas. This is because CNAs working at metropolitan areas may have more responsibilities due to an increased number of patients.<br />
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Those that have gone through a higher level of training are expected to earn a higher salary compared to those that have acquired some basic <a href="http://cnaclassesnow.com/">CNA training</a> only. Registered nurses as well as those working in full nursing license will take home a higher salary than those that do not possess relatively high skills. It is also important for you to note that the salary of certified nursing assistants vary by state. When enrolling in a CNA training facility, it is important for you to be aware of the salary limits of your respective state.gldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-43749137791551039792013-11-04T11:02:00.000-08:002013-11-04T11:03:26.037-08:00Nurse Assistant Classes in Rhode Island<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%; text-align: justify;">
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like in other states, CNA training is considered to be highly important in
Rhode Island as it plays a significant role in preparing an efficient and
reliable certified nursing professional. In order for those who aspire to work
as nurse assistants at various medical and healthcare facilities in this state
to be certified, they must enroll in accredited schools that provided CNA
training. There are various schools that offer <a href="http://redcrosscna.blogspot.com/">CNA classes</a> in Rhode Island, and the time taken to
successfully complete the CNA training differs from one educational facility to
another depending on the schools’ curriculum.</span><br />
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though school curriculums differ, it’s imperative for all trainees to go for at
least 100 hours of CNA training for them to get CNA certification. There are
two training modules involved in the training, which include classroom lectures
and clinical exercises. So, what are the requirements of enrolling in one of
the accredited schools offering CNA classes in Rhode Island? Well, just like other states, all
applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants must also hold a high
school diploma or a General Education Development certificate at the time of
their application. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">One
of the things that can disqualify you from being enrolled in one of the
accredited schools offering CNA training is having a criminal record that shows
that you have ever been convicted of a serious crime. The state requires that
all applicants provide their criminal record check documents or their
fingerprint reports as they are highly significant in this field. Another
obligatory requirement for this course is proficiency in the English language.
This means that applicants must have impeccable English in writing, reading and
speaking this language. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">Free
CNA training is also offered at various educational and healthcare facilities
within this state. All you have to do is to visit local community centers,
rehabilitation centers, hospitals, clinics and nursing homes and enquire about
the eligibility criteria for free CNA training in the state. Many of the
healthcare facilities that provide free training require the trainees to work
for them for a specific duration of time in return. Therefore, while signing an
agreement, they must concur to stay employed by the healthcare provider in
order for them to enjoy the free CNA training.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you have been searching for an educational or healthcare facility that provides
free nurse assistant classes in Rhode
Island, you should consider enrolling in one of the following facilities: -<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Address: –</b> 60, Mendon Road, Woonsocket, Rhode Island-02895<br />
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<b>Address: –</b>54, Barker Avenue, Warren, Rhode Island-02885<br />
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<b>Address: –</b>180, Log Road, Smithfield, Rhode Island- 02917<br />
<b>Fax: </b>(401) 231-6149<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Address: –</b>51, Laurel Avenue, Coventry, Rhode Island-02816<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">According
to statistics, job opportunities in the healthcare sector are expected to rise
tremendously by 2018 in the United States. Pennsylvania is one the states that is
witnessing an increased number of the aged persons, making it necessary for the
nursing homes and adult centers within the state to boost the number of nurse
aids. If you have always dreamt of working as at a healthcare setup, this is
your chance of fulfilling your dream. All you have to do is to enroll in one of
the CNA programs in Pennsylvani<b>a</b> and
acquire all the skills that are necessary in practicing in this field. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">Unlike
other medical courses, CNA courses take a very short period of time to complete.
They can take around three to four weeks to complete. During the CNA training,
students usually undergo theory/academic sessions and practical sessions. The
academic sessions mainly cover topics such as body arrangement and function,
body mechanics, basic anatomy, infection control and common patient care
practices among others. The practical sessions are meant to prepare the
trainees on how to work in various critical conditions at the medical
facilities under the close supervision of qualified medical experts. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are various ways in which aspiring CNAs can obtain financial aid to cater for
their training. One of them is to contact the Income Assistance or Unemployment
Office of Pennsylvania. This office provides financial assistance to deserving
and promising students and ensures that all the costs of the CNA training are
met. Another way in which financial aid can be obtained is by enrolling in
vocational and community colleges within the state that provide financial
assistance to underprivileged applicants. These educational facilities provide
grants and scholarships to deserving applicants to facilitate their training.
One of the groups of deserving applicants of the free CNA programs in Pennsylvania is the one that includes individuals
who have been a part of military services. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">As
for those who are in a position to meet all their training expenses, the good
news is that they can be fully reimbursed the amount they spent on their CNA
training. The Medicaid or Medicare facility is well-known for providing full
reimbursement to those who work with them after completing the nurse aid course
within one year. In order for you to quality for the reimbursement, you will be
required to submit all the fee receipts and all training-related credentials.
To get more information about free CNA
programs in Pennsylvania, you can contact the Job Corps offices in your
locality and you will be directed to the various agencies and organizations
that offer free CNA training courses within this state. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of the medical and healthcare facilities that enroll students for CNA training
in Pennsylvania include: -<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong>Contact Number:</strong></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> (610) 825-6560<br />
<strong>Address: –</strong> 9209, Ridge Pike, White Marsh, Pennsylvania-19128<br />
<strong>Fax:</strong> (610) 825-9478</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<b>Address: –</b> 257, Georgetown Road, Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania-15010<br />
<b>Fax: </b>(724) 847-2998</span><strong><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-weight: normal; line-height: 115%;"> </span></strong></div>
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<strong>Contact Number:</strong></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> (215) 476-6264<br />
<strong>Address: –</strong> 63rd Walnut Streets, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania-19139 <br />
<strong>Fax: </strong>(215) 476-1682<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong>Contact Number:</strong></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> (724) 452-6970<br />
<strong>Address: –</strong> 191, Evergreen Mill Road, Harmony, Pennsylvania-16037<br />
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<b>Address: –</b> 219, Cats Back Road, Ephrata, Pennsylvania-17522<br />
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<b>Address: –</b> Rr #2, Box 118-B, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania-18252<br />
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Oklahoma, there are various government centers that have made business and
welfare collaborations to help deserving and promising students to gain CNA
training free of cost. The collaboration is between the Oklahoma Health Care
Authority, Oklahoma Foundation for Medical Quality, Oklahoma Department of
Health, Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education and various
other long-term healthcare centers. Therefore, students who are financially
disadvantaged can take up CNA courses in
Oklahoma with peace of mind knowing that training costs are catered for.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">This
state came up with a program that’s intended to meet the rising need of direct
health care in Oklahoma Health Care Authority, as well as in other contracted
healthcare facilities within the state. The free CNA training was designed to
help prospective students who aspire to become nurse aids with financial aid
that can allow them to complete their training. In order for trainees to
benefit from this program, they are required to work with the training
providing facilities on a contractual basis. Recently certified nurse aids
usually sign an agreement to work with such facilities for about a year or more
after receiving their CNA certification. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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order for you to be enrolled in this free training program, there are various
essential steps that will be involved. Firstly, your criminal background and
fingerprint records will be checked. You can contact the Oklahoma State Bureau
of Investigation Criminal History and ask them to provide you with your
background check document. Other records that will be imperative to pursue the
free training course include the Violent Offender Check and the Sex Offender. Besides
the criminal check, you will be required to submit a 6 months old TB skin check
report.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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essential document that you will be required to submit is the one carrying the
proof of your age. You must be 18 years or above at the time you apply for
enrollment to CNA courses in Oklahoma.
You will also be required to have at least a high school diploma. If you did
not complete high school, you will be required to have a General Education Development
certificate before applying for free CNA training in this state. Besides having
a high school diploma or a GED certificate, you must be proficient in English.
This language has been compulsory for this course, so it will be an added
advantage if you are fluent in speaking, writing and reading English. </span><br />
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in Oklahoma, you can choose a training facility that is conveniently located
and enroll for the CNA classes at this <a href="http://cnatrainingonlineclasses.com/">website</a>. The following are some of the various nursing
homes that provide CNA courses in
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Contact Number:</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> (580) 225-3335<br />
Address: – 2301, Bell Avenue, Elk City, Oklahoma- 73644<br />
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Contact Number:</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"> (405) 262-2833<br />
Address: – 1901, Parkview Drive, El Reno, Oklahoma – 73036<br />
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Contact Number:</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"> (405) 794-2428<br />
Address: – 2120, North Broadway, Moore, Oklahoma – 73160<br />
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Contact Number:</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"> (580) 357-3240<br />
Address: – 3126, Northwest Arlington, Lawton, Oklahoma – 73505<br />
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you have seen the comfortable lives that medical professionals live and wish
that you were in their shoes, it’s a high time that you considered joining this
great field. Becoming a certified nurse assistant can open great doors for you
in future. The good thing about becoming a CNA is that compared to other ranks
in the medical field, CNA training takes a very short period of time to
complete. Those who aspire to become CNAs only spend not more than a month on training,
which includes theory and practical sessions. To enroll for CNA courses in Virginia, it is
important for applicants to ensure that the programs offered are accredited by
the Virginia Board of Nursing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">Unlike
other states, Virginia suggests a highly developed CNA training program for
those who aspire to work as nurse assistants at different healthcare facilities
within the state. For you to apply for an advanced training program in this
state, you will be required to accomplish certain essentials of the CNA
program. Even so, there are various nurse aid training centers that provide
advanced training to potential students. While many states require trainees to
undergo training for at least 75 hours, Virginia requires applicants to undergo
at least 120 hours of CNA training. Trainees have to spend at least 24 hours on
practical sessions, which are aimed at providing them with clinical experience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sit for a CNA examination that is administered by the National Nurse Aid
Assessment Program. By passing this assessment, trainees are given the
recognition as well as the opportunity to work as CNAs at healthcare facilities
within the state. It also qualifies the trainees to register in the record of
Virginia Nurse Aid Registry. Many of the <a href="http://cnaclassesnow.com/">CNA training</a> facilities in Virginia
also act as testing centers. Therefore, you can sit for an examination at the
same educational facility you trained in, or you can choose another testing
center that is conveniently located. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are various ways in which you can identify training facilities that offer <a href="http://cnaclassesnow.com/online-cna-classes/">CNA classes</a> in Virginia. You can check with the Virginia Health Department, or you
conduct an online search. It is important to ensure that the training facility
you intend to enroll in is accredited by the state. The following are some of
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Contact Number:<strong style="font-weight: bold;"> (</strong>434) 369-6651<br />
Address:<strong> –</strong> 1317 Lola Ave Altavista, Virginia 24517<br />
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Manor</u> <br />
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gldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-27242034209579506102013-09-03T02:41:00.001-07:002013-09-03T02:41:33.001-07:00Traveling Nurse Assistants<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Many Certified Nursing Assistants
begin their careers in healthcare for security, stability, and reliable
employment. These qualities make the job of a CNA very valuable to many of the
people that hold it, but there are lesser known benefits to being a qualified
healthcare worker. CNAs are in demand everywhere, and many decide to take full
advantage of this. The United States is a huge country, and each region
embodies a different culture and history from the rest. By becoming a traveling
nurse aide, you can spend up to a year in another state with paid travel
expenses and the cost of living covered by your employers, with benefits to
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Travel nursing programs work
differently depending on the employer offering them. For the most part, every
travel contract extends at least 13 weeks. These contracts are designed to
offer a compromise between employers and nurse aides, so employers can be
assured that you will commit to the entire duration of your contract.
Considering this contract length is a little over 3 months, it is not just a
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This arrangement is great for
nursing assistants that value their skills but aren’t sure where they want to
take their career. Seeing a new place and experiencing a new culture can be a
breath of fresh air, and gives new perspective on your life. Much like a
vacation, working through a travel contract will give you the time to consider
many ideas that may have been put on the back-burner. The time period is short
enough that it does not allow for any permanent living situations, and this is
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There are some prerequisites to
working in a new state, however, and traveling nurse aides must make extra
efforts to become qualified in each place they work. If already certified, the
process is simpler and training does not have to be repeated. CNAs can apply
for reciprocity in another state to transfer their certification to the new
location. Because each state has different policies on nursing assistants,
traveling nurse aides must take the state’s certification test for their new
location. It is possible to be certified in two states at once, but to remain
certified in a state requires that a CNA work at least two hours per year. This
is not as difficult with 13-week travel contracts, and nurse aides will be able
to return home to maintain their work record and certification. There are many
benefits to becoming a traveling nurse aide, and the adventurous side of it
draws many people. But to gain access to those types of <a href="http://cnaclassesonlinetraining.com/online-cna-classes/">CNA programs</a> require hard
work and flexibility. Be realistic when making your plans, but also remember
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">As
long as people will continue falling sick, babies continue to get born and
people continue getting old, there will always be many employment opportunities
in the medial field. If you have the heart to take care of the sick or the
aged, you can consider becoming a certified nursing assistant. By becoming a
CNA, you will not only get an opportunity to do what you love, but you will
also get paid handsomely for it. You can start by enrolling in a healthcare
facility or learning institution that provides nurse assistant courses in
Mississippi. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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it comes to training as a nursing assistant, there are various options that you
can take. If you are still in high school, you can join the CNA training classes.
There are many schools in the state that allow students to take the nurse
assistant courses. If you are past high school, you have two viable options.
First, you can enroll in a college that offers <i>CNA classes</i> in Mississippi.
There are many colleges within the state that enroll those who aspire to be
nurse assistants and provide them with the education and certification that
they need to prove that they are fully trained. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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second option is to join one of the healthcare facilities that are obligated to
train their employees who are interested in becoming fully certified nursing
assistants. Such healthcare providers usually send their nurses to certain
schools or enroll them in programs so that they can get their training. The
healthcare providers usually cater for the tuition fees and all the other costs
that are associated with CNA training and certification. In order for this
arrangement to be made, the trainees must agree to remain employed at the
healthcare facility after the completion of the nurse assistant courses in
Mississippi.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a CNA in the state of Mississippi is an electrifying challenge that provides
you with growth and a competitive salary. Like several other states in the
United States, this state has been affected by the nation-wide shortage of
nurses, most especially because of the rapid increase of the elderly
population. To secure a chance in the medical field as a nurse, it would be
advisable for you to take up the nursing assistant courses in Mississippi sooner,
rather than later. The following are various vocation/training schools in the
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<strong>CNA Training Center Inc.</strong>, 2006<br />
350 W. Woodrow Wilson Dr., Ste. 3620, Jackson MS 39213<br />
(601) 364-1188/ (601) 364-1180<br />
<a href="http://www.cnatrainingcenter.com/" target="_blank">www.cnatrainingcenter.com</a>
/ <a href="mailto:mlindsey@cnatrainingcenter.com" target="_blank">mlindsey@cnatrainingcenter.com</a><br />
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<strong>Ace Training Center</strong>, 1999<br />
6022 I-55 S. Frontage Rd., Byram MS 39272<br />
(601) 502-0730 / (601) 502-0740<br />
<a href="mailto:aceinkay@bellsouth.net" target="_blank">aceinkay@bellsouth.net</a><br />
Financial Aid: WIA, VA<br />
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<strong>Blue Cliff College</strong>, N/A<br />
942 Beach Dr., Gulfport MS 39507<br />
(228) 896-9727<br />
<a href="http://www.bluecliffcollege.com/" target="_blank">www.bluecliffcollege.com</a><br />
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<strong>Antonelli College</strong>, 1948<br />
2323 Lakeland Dr., Jackson MS 39232<br />
(601) 362-9991 / (601) 362-2333<br />
<a href="http://www.antonellicollege.edu/" target="_blank">www.antonellicollege.edu</a>
/ <a href="mailto:ron.ainsworth@antonellicollege.edu" target="_blank">ron.ainsworth@antonellicollege.edu</a><br />
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career you are in isn’t allowing you to climb up the ladder of success, there
is actually one option that you haven’t tried yet – becoming a CNA. There are
various New Mexico nurse aid training options that you can choose from, after
which you can get the career of your dreams. Certified nursing assistants are
usually in a good position to be promoted on higher ranks such as RNs
(Registered Nurses) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Obviously, a promotion
comes with a better pay. The good thing is that you don’t have to spend years
of training for you to become a nurse assistant. CNA classes in New Mexico only
take a few weeks and after successful completion of the training, it will be
easy for you to secure a job at any healthcare provider in the state.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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various CNA training facilities in New Mexico that provide comprehensive
training to those who aspire to work in the medical field. Some of these
facilities and institutions provide the training at no cost, whereas there are
those that require applicants to cater for their fees. In case you fall under
the first category, i.e. learn in an institution that provides free training,
it is most likely that you will be required to work at a healthcare facility
for a specified duration of time after your successful completion of your
training. If you choose cover for the training cost, which amounts to a couple
of hundred dollars, there is a good chance that you will be reimbursed that
amount after completing the training.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you will be required to undergo a minimum of 75 hours of training. The training
is usually dividend into practical and lecture/theory sessions. Theory sessions
are aimed at providing the trainees with the knowledge that will help them
dispatch their duties effectively. Practical lessons, on the other hand, are
aimed at giving the trainees the relevant skills needed to operate various
medical equipments, measuring and administering medicine, and all the other
procedures that need to be done practically.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are a number of requirements that you must meet in order for your application
as a nurse aid to be successful. You must be 18 years of age or above, must
hold a high school diploma or its equivalent, must be of sound mind and must be
in tip-top physical shape. It is also a mandatory requirement to submit
documentation of your criminal background and fingerprint report. A good
command in written and spoken English is a plus.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">In
the recent past, the high rate of patients who require healthcare assistance
has lead to a high demand for more Certified Nurse Aid within various states in
the United States of America. Due to this high demand, each state has of late
embarked on encouraging various institutions and collages to offer various CNA
courses which can help to bridge the existing gap in delivering quality
healthcare services. In fact, at the moment, a number of institutions offer cheap
or free CNA courses which have also encouraged young people to join these
institutions with the quest to get knowledge on how to care for patients,
control infections and learn advanced first aid skills.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">All
<i>CNA courses</i> offered across this continent share one basic phenomena; the
structure of the course. All CNA courses are divided into two main sections
which include the lecture sections and the practical sections with all being
examined for one to be certified as a trained CNA. However, it doesn’t mean
that after going through any institution’s training program then you are
assured of practicing as certified nurse aid, that’s not how it works, the
course offered must be accredited by the regulatory body in that particular
state.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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exists a slight variation when it comes to the minimum number of hours
allocated for either practical or theoretical work. In some states the number
of hours allocated for theoretical work can be more than that allocated for
practical or vice versa. But no matter the approach given, the training
institution should aim at producing a knowledgeable and qualified CNA.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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various training facilities at Massachusetts, there are very many institutions
which do offer these courses at a total cost of $800 to $2000 and therefore
it’s upon an individual to choose a plan which suits him or her best. Some of
these institutions include: Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School, Pleasant Bay Nursing
& Rehabilitation Center, Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School and
Roxbury Community College among other reputable institutions</span><b style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In Massachusetts, students can either opt to
attend a minimum requirement of 25 hours lectures physically or through their online
platform depending on the institution. During this period the students get to
know the theoretical part of what exactly they are expected to do. This may
include patient rights, anatomy and medical terms amongst other relevant
content. However, it is compulsory for every student to attend the clinical
practice which is allocated 75 hours. This implies that for any individual who
is planning to go for a CNA course in Massachusetts must be willing to spare at
least 100 hours for the entire course excluding the exam period which
determines who has learnt the core values of the course. Institutions found in
this state are some of the few institutions which allocate more hours on
practical work than theory.<o:p></o:p></span></strong></div>
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have a good knowledge of Mathematics</span></li>
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get certified and registered on the Nurse Aide registry in the State of
Maryland can take a nursing assistant training program which is approved by the
Maryland Board of Nursing after which they have to pass the state Licensing
test. There are also additional certifications that a candidate can obtain
after the nursing assistant classes that can help the candidate specialize in
one field or even further their career such as Dialysis Technician, HHA, CMA or
GNA. There is however some requirements that a candidate must meet in order to
be eligible for nurse aide classes in Maryland. These requirements include,
must be above 16 yrs of age although some colleges and universities may require
that the candidate be 18 years old, submit to a criminal check which is
mandatory, be capable of working for long hours and be mentally and physically
fit</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In Maryland the study
hours are a minimum of 100 hrs; 60 hrs for theoretical class study as well as
laboratory sessions and the remainder 40 hrs dedicated to practical training
mainly carried out in nursing homes and clinics. A candidate can get this kind
of training at state universities, community as well as technical colleges,
nursing homes and hospitals and the America Red Cross throughout the state of
Maryland. The cost for a complete package in Nurse Aide Training can range from
$400 to $2000 and there are also grant and scholarship options for those who
cannot afford the tuition.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A candidate learns
among other things; disease control measures, how to change linen for patients,
how to effectively manage emergency situations, how to give injections among
other basic phlebotomy skills. The candidate may also learn how to operate
hospital equipment such as blood pressure devices and scales. Maryland Nurse
Aid training institutions pride themselves in offering specialized training to
fully equip the candidates with the necessary knowledge and skills so they can
learn how to provide quality care to the patients who need them and also
contribute to the welfare of the society.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In Maryland, becoming a
nurse aide has added benefits more than in any other state because it is an
economic-proofed job which means that it offers above average salaries for
those who complete the training and are able to gain employment. And with the
many training facilities in Maryland, there is no shortage of Nurse Aide
classes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Nursing Assistant (CNA) training classes in Illinois are one of the best ones
to take. As the raging demands for healthcare professionals increase in the
United States, this state provides the elderly Americans the right medical
treatment and attention from top CNAs. With 800 nursing homes to find a job in
Illinois alone, there are many nurse aides that go here for a guaranteed
lifelong career. Only the most dedicated people become nurse assistants. In
this state, the training classes are short, yet intensive in order to move
students quickly into their medical career. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">What makes
Illinois training classes for CNAs stand out is the amount of instruction hours.
75 instruction hours are required; it is the standard for most programs in the
state. Like all other states, Illinois ensures that all the students receive
the finest education in their training classes. All the programs take the
future CNAs to either a nursing home or a hospital for hands-on practice. Some
high quality programs that are state-approved, are the Career Training Center
of Chicago, and the Allied Healthcare & Training Center. These are only two
facilities with CNA classes; the entire list of training courses are located on
the Illinois Department of Health page. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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courses chosen, make sure that there are adequate hours of instruction and
enough clinical training in order to pass the certification exam. There should
be no delays for starting in the medical career, especially when the demand
keeps increasing dramatically. So, to save time in research, the best city to
look for CNA training classes in Illinois is in Chicago. There are endless
amount of long-term care facilities and nursing homes all throughout the city.
With such a dense population, there are even greater healthcare service demands
for nurse aides to assist the high number of elderly people. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Getting a CNA
certification may take only six weeks to complete with hard work. There are
plenty of community colleges and vocational schools that offer the best
hands-on training along with instructions. Other places than Chicago are
Springfield and Peoria. Illinois also has one of the most thriving online
classes for CNAs. After obtaining a certification, hospitals that always look
for new assistants are Saint Anthony Hospital and the Holy Cross Hospital of
Chicago. Start a successful career and consider taking CNA training classes in
Illinois. Be the best in the field that needs it. <a href="" name="_GoBack"></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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As of 2010, there are about 1.5 million Certified Nursing
Assistants working in the United States. These CNAs make an average hourly wage
of just over $12, for a total salary of $25,000 per year. But there are wide
differences between individual nurse aides’ employment conditions. Depending on
where you live, where you work, and how long you’ve been working, the money you
make can vary greatly. America is the land of opportunity, so here are some
facts to consider when measuring all your options.</div>
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employer of certified nursing assistants is the nursing home. About 45% of all
nurse aides work at some type of nursing home, long-term care center, or
residential patient facility. These workers make an average salary of $25,000.
The next biggest employer is the hospital. About 25% of nurse aides work at
general medical hospitals and surgical hospitals, making an average salary of
$27,000. Another notable subset of CNAs is those employed as Home Health Aides.
They provide services at private residences. About 5% of American CNAs fall
into this category, and these workers earn an average salary of $24,000. </div>
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By geographic region, the nursing
assistants working on the East Coast and West Coast make the most money
compared to other American CNAs. The top 5 highest paying states are Alaska,
New York, Connecticut, Nevada, and Washington D.C. Some other notable states
for high salaries are Massachusetts, New Hampshire, California, and Washington.
By industry and employer-type, nursing assistants that work for state
governments and federal offices make significantly more money than their peers.
Those CNAs working for a state government make $5,000 more per year than the
average CNA. These jobs are the most competitive, and it is the most
experienced nurse aides that hold them. To be better qualified, continued
education and college experience are recommended pursuits.<a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=5224485922567374818" name="_GoBack"></a></div>
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But comparing salaries does not
mean anything about the quality of your career. Don’t panic if you are not
making as much as others. Whether you are just starting as a nurse aide or
trying to find better compensation for your experience as one, there are many
reasons to be hopeful about your career. By the year 2020, it is projected that
occupations in healthcare will increase by about 35%. That means that over the
next several years, there will be over half a million new job openings for
qualified healthcare professionals. Investing time in your education and
developing your expertise will give you a competitive edge in a job market that
is growing faster than any other. Starting at the bottom of the pay-scale is
not such a bad thing if you understand that your skills will be among the most
valuable in the future. </div>
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huge demand of nurse aides. There are many people out there and around the
world interested in this profession. For this, it is best that you pursue the
Nurse Assistant classes in Alaska. These nurse assistant classes are very
helpful in obtaining the certification. Students learn several skills,
essential to pursue a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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undertake to teach aspiring people who would like to be a part of this
profession and a part of the ever
growing health care field. Some of the basic requirements for these course are
you should be physically fit; you should have immunization proof; a negative TB
report for at least about last 6 months and most importantly you should 18
years of age and you should clean record with no criminal background.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of the duration of nursing assistant classes ranging from 8 to 13 weeks. The
fee ranges from $1000 to $2000. However, the Alaska Board of Nursing have
mandated for the nursing schools to provide at least 140 hours of instruction.
Out of these 140 hours, 80 hours are scheduled for clinical practice and
remaining 60 hours for classroom instruction. The study course material will
include the following topics like mental health disorders, medical terminology,
preventive health care measures, patient rights, emergency procedures, ethical
and legal aspects in nursing and basic nutrition.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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to area and also from school to school, but the basic subjects like the ones
mentioned above remain the same. Along with the regular course, clinical
sessions are conducted in nursing homes or hospital under the supervision of
LPN or RN. During such sessions, a few skills are monitored and trained to the
students like infection control, taking care of basic nutrition, proper feeding
of patients, well maintenance and efficient grooming of the patients, enforcing
basic hygiene in all their dealing and communications with the patients etc.
and they also learn to be vigilant and maintain proper, up to date and clean
records of the work they are entrusted to do.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and dedicated career path that people choose. So, unless you are really have a
liking to the nature of the job, please do not attempt to go for it. There are
other well paying jobs if you choose the path of Continental Airline career
path. Now, if you think that the fee rates are bit too much for you to handle
or you don’t have that to spare now, the there are other options too. Nowadays,
since there is an upsurge of the demand of nursing assistants, many health
programs have started to introduce free nursing assistant programs. <o:p></o:p></span><a href="http://cnacertificationclassesonline.com/">http://cnacertificationclassesonline.com/</a></div>
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around with people who are in this field, you will get more detailed knowledge
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gldeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18185703388467600850noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5224485922567374818.post-72702660216809612912013-04-29T08:05:00.001-07:002013-04-29T08:05:25.205-07:00Red Cross CNA Training<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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The Red Cross provides the best CNA training. The training is planned in a way that the student understands the concepts not only with the view of clearing the examination process but also gets the best possible practical knowledge. The students are taught various nursing skills that include watching and recording of the blood pressure of the patient. Keeping a Check the body temperature of the patient and also keeping a track of the pulse rate and the respiratory system of the patient. The Students are accepted to take care of the activities of day to day life of the patient. Those activate which are important and necessary as a part for the patient’s health care. These activities are giving baths to the patient and maintenance of the hygiene level, helping the patient to use the toilet, and fitness demands which are exercising etc.
The training teaches you as to how you have to use safe and appropriate techniques to take care of the patients. There are techniques taught which enables the patient in moving, walking, and positioning and various other body movements etc. The teachers appointed for this process teach the students by delivering lectures and practical examples. The health of an individual has been always a topmost priority for him or her. And you have been appointed for this task the patient relies on you for the same.
The Red Cross provided the best CNA training. The teaching techniques used by them are very unique and informative. Since the Red Cross is a government approves society it is not commercial in its moves. Websites like <a href="http://cnatrainingonlineclasses.com/">cnatrainingonlineclasses.com</a> explains this along with other training information.
The program fee charged by this society is decided by the level of the course you wish to take. The charges are definitely less as compared to any other training institute. The members are of the view that you get the maximum benefit from the class you attend. The course material is provided by the organization which means you will not have to incur any additional cost apart from the course fee. The training program lasts from 72 hours to 100 hours. This is the basic requirement which you have to full fill when clearing the certification program. The Red Cross is very popular around the world specifically in the United States of America. Hence it is the most trusted when it comes to training the students for the CNA certification.
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