As a prospective nurse assistant, you must have a genuine desire to help people and be comfortable providing care of a very personal nature. Your primary responsibility will be to perform the tasks delegated by a licensed practical nurse or registered nurse. Tasks will revolve around the care and comfort of patients in long-term care.
Certified nursing assistants work in nursing homes, hospitals, patients’ homes, and residential facilities. By enrolling in a nursing assistant class, you’ll acquire the skills to assist patients with personal care such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, communicate effectively with patients and members of the health care team, measure and record vital signs, monitor patients’ response to treatment and medication and report concerns to nurses or physicians, move patients from the bed to wheelchair, keep rooms tidy, empty bedpans, and prepare patients for medical exams.
CNA training includes theory and practical instruction to prepare students for success on the New York State Nurse Aide Exam. Candidates for the exam must complete a state-approved program. A high school diploma or GED, Basic Life Support Certification, basic math and comprehension, critical thinking, and the ability to follow simple instructions are some of the common requirements for employment as a nurse aide.
New York Medical Career Training Center (Queens)
New York Medical Career Training Center’s nurse assistant course prepares students to play an important role in caring for seniors or disabled residents in a long-term care facility. The program covers 130 hours of instruction – 100 hours of lectures in the classroom and 30 hours of supervised patient care in a clinical setting. Students will learn how to assist patients with personal care, measure fluid intake and output, make beds, assist patients with mobility, maintain patient safety, respect patients’ rights and independence, meet nutritional needs, and care for patients with special needs including Alzheimer’s care and hospice care. Course topics include anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, nutritional needs, personal hygiene, range of motion exercises, patient safety, emergency procedures, law and ethical guidelines, the role of the nurse assistant, vital signs, infection control, and elimination needs. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the state nurse aide exam to become a Certified Nurse Aide. They may also use the training to enroll in a nursing program to become a licensed practical nurse or registered nurse. Day, evening, and weekend classes are available. The morning sessions meet Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 1:45 pm for 4 weeks. The afternoon class meets Monday through Friday from 1:30 pm to 5:18 pm for state-approved weeks. The evening session also meets Monday through Friday from 5:30 pm to 9:18 pm for 5 weeks. Weekend classes are Saturday and Sundays from 9:00 am to 5:25 pm for 6 weeks.
Admission criteria:
• A valid ID and social security card
• Meet the immunization requirements of the clinical agency
• TB clearance
• Drug screen
Tuition, registration, and books cost a total of $819.
Website: https://www.nymedtraining.com/training-options/nurse-assistant-aide/
Address: 36-09 Main Street 5th Floor Flushing NY 11354
Phone: (718)-460-1717
Fax: (718)-539-9655
Email: info@nymedtraining.com
Allen School Main Campus
The reputable nursing assistant program at Allen School prepares adults to sit for the state nurse aide exam. The fast-track program helps students jumpstart a healthcare career in the shortest possible time. Course topics include anatomy and physiology, basic nursing skills, infection control, the role and responsibilities of a nursing assistant, range of motion exercises, personal care skills, vital signs, laws and ethics, communication and interpersonal relationships, Alzheimer’s care, medical terminology, nutrition and feeding, and hospice care. During the clinical component of the program, students will learn how to ensure patient health and comfort, assist patients with the activities of daily living, use practices to prevent the spread of infections, and communicate effectively with patients, their families, and other members of the healthcare team.
Admission criteria:
• Be at least 17 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED equivalency
• Meet the state’s minimum requirements for nursing assistants
• Immunization, TB clearance, drug screen, and background clearance as required by the clinical agency
Contact the school for information on the class schedule and tuition.
Website: https://www.allenschool.edu/programs/nursing-assistant-training-jamaica-queens/
Address: 163-18 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11432
Toll Free: 1 (888) 569-7014
Amazing Grace CNA School
Amazing Grace CNA Training & Staffing LLC seeks to develop the potential of students so that they’re able to provide quality, effective, and compassionate care to residents in long-term care facilities. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to pass the state nurse aide exam and become an indispensable part of the health care team. The training will include theoretical principles as well as practical experiences in the skills lab and long-term care facility. Experienced nurse instructors will supervise students as they care for residents in a long-term care facility. The clinical internship will cover a total of 30 contact hours. Weekday and weekend schedules are available for students’ convenience. The morning class meets Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm for 14 days. The evening class meets Monday through Friday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm for 19 days. The weekend class meets Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm for approximately 7 weekends – 14 days.
Admission criteria:
• Be at least 17 years old
• Meet the state’s minimum requirements for nursing assistants
• Immunization, TB clearance, drug screen, and background clearance as required by the clinical agency
Tuition costs $770.
Website: http://amazinggracetrainingschool.com/classes/
Address: 219-10 South Conduit Ave, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Phone: (718) 527-156
Access Institute
Access Institute prepares nursing assistant students to care for persons of all cultures and ages under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The course includes a blend of theory and practical instruction in the areas of vital signs, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, infection control, observation and reporting, mental and emotional health, growth and development across the lifespan, personal care skills, mobility, legal and ethical principles, communication and interpersonal relationship, patient safety, and death and dying. Other areas of study include introduction to nursing assistant, meeting basic human needs, patient safety and positioning, isolation techniques, patient care and control measures, and nursing assistant safety. After successful completion of the training requirements, students will be prepared to take the State Board Exam to be eligible for employment in home care, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers.
Admission criteria:
• Be 17 years or older
• A high school diploma or GED
• Criminal background clearance
• A negative TB test
Contact the school for a current schedule and cost of tuition.
Website: http://accessqueens.com/
Address: 8002 Kew Gardens Road, Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Phone: (718)-263-0750
Email: info@accessqueens.com
Christine Institute of Vocational Training
Christine Institute of Vocational Training’s nursing assistant program covers the skills adults need to provide direct care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The curriculum requires students to complete 130 contact hours of classroom training (100 hours) and a clinical internship (30 hours). During the clinical internship, students will care for patients in a nursing home under the direction of a registered nurse instructor. Areas of study include basic nursing skills, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control, measuring and recording vital signs, nutrition and feeding, fluid intake and output, patients’ rights and independence, range of motion exercises, Alzheimer’s care, safety and emergency procedures, communication, and hospice care. Program graduates will receive a certificate of completion and will be eligible to sit for the State Nurse Aide exam to become a Certified Nurse Aide.
Admission criteria:
• Be 17 years or older
• Provide copy of valid state ID (driver’s license or state ID) and social security card
• Attend a personal interview
• A high school diploma or GED or pass the Ability to Benefit entrance test
Contact the school to find out more about the program schedule and cost of attendance.
Website: http://www.christineinstitutenysed.com/nurses-aide-training
Address: 120-13 Liberty Avenue, Richmond Hill, NY 11419
Phone: 1-718-843-8449
Email: christinenyfl@aol.com
IGBANS Institute of Vocational Nursing
IGBANS’ certified nursing assistant program includes classroom instruction and lab practice to prepare students for success on the written and skills components of the State Nurse Aide Exam. The instruction includes 130 contact hours of theory and practical work – 30 hours of which will be conducted at a nursing home under the supervision of a registered nurse instructor. The clinical sessions will be schedule after the student completes the classroom requirements. The school offers day, evening, and weekend schedules for students’ convenience. Day sessions meet Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm for 4 weeks. Evening sessions meet Monday through Friday from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm for 5 weeks. Weekend sessions meet Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm for 10 weeks.
Website: http://igbansinstitute.net/
Address: 216-19 Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Phone: (718) 276-8100
Email: info@igbansinstitute.net
Queensborough Community College
Students enrolled in the nursing assistant program at Queensborough Community College will receive the knowledge and skills to function as effective members of the healthcare team in long-term and acute care facilities. The New York State accredited program includes lectures, lab, and clinical practice in a long-term care facility. The curriculum covers 120 hours of lectures and hands-on training. Classes meet Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm for 30 sessions.
Admission criteria:
• A high school diploma or GED
• Proof of US citizenship or legal working permit
• Take a reading comprehension assessment
• Provide proof of required immunizations
• Pay the registration fee of $20 – matriculated students enrolled in full-time credit courses are exempt
Tuition for the program is $1,050. A flexible payment plan is available for all students. Discounts are available for persons 65 years or older.
Website: http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/contEd/Certified-Nursing-Assistant-CNA.html
Address: 222-05, 56th Avenue Bayside, NY 11364
Phone: 718-631-6262
Fordham Institute
Fordham Institute’s Nursing Assistant Certificate program is 125 hours. It includes 95 hours in the classroom and lab and 30 hours of supervised patient care at a skilled nursing facility. Program graduates will be eligible to take the NY state board exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant and work acute and long-term care facilities. Day, evening, and weekend classes are available. The day course meets Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm for 4 weeks. The evening class meets Monday through Friday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm for 25 days. The weekend class meets on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm for 10-5 weekends.
Tuition costs $535. The registration fee is $50. A flexible payment plan and job placement assistance are available to all students. Free book rental is available to students who pay in full.
Website:https://www.fordhaminstitute.com/
Address: 98-27 Jamaica Ave Woodhaven NY 11421
Phone: 718-480-1804