Tips to Boost Your CNA Exam Score

November 13, 2009

1. If you use it clean it and put it away correctly. Know what item goes in what drawer. Know the proper way to clean the things that you are using.

2. Use a paper towel or a regular towel to protect your surfaces. This is an infection control practice. It protects both you and the patient.

3. Ask your patient how he feels today. Promoting comfort is a big part of the role of the nursing assistant. Do this in the beginning of each procedure. Baca Lanjutanya..

Duties of a Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

November 7, 2009

The duties of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) include a wide range of responsibilities depending where you work and in which state you reside. These tasks vary with the job and facility and also vary somewhat from state to state. There are many laws of responsibility and liability that cover the exact duties of a CNA.

As you go through your formal education and training you will learn more about the law of your state and how it applies to your role as a certified nursing assistant. Your first obligation will be the client or the patient. You will often be responsible for the daily management and routine of your patient. This is especially true for the care of elderly people in nursing home and extended care facilities. Baca Lanjutanya..