How to become a Healthcare Nursing Assistant

Provides direct and supportive patient or resident care under the supervision of registered nurses or other licensed healthcare providers. Responsibilities include activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility assistance, clinical support, documentation, infection prevention, and patient communication across long-term care, hospital, outpatient, home health, and veteran care settings.

Top Skills Required

Activities of daily living assistance
Vital signs measurement
Patient transfers and repositioning

Education & Certifications

Typical: High school diploma or GED and state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant training and certification.

Alternative paths:

Facility-provided CNA training program
State Nursing Assistant I or II listing
Enrollment in a state-approved CNA certification program
Relevant clinical or nursing assistant experience