Nursing Assistant Classes & Training Programs
CNAs provide basic patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. They measure vital signs, set up medical equip, observe patients and report any concerns, make beds, and ensure patients are well-groomed and fed. Some of the personal care tasks that CNAs assist patients with include bathing, dressing, shaving, mouth care, and toileting.… Read the rest
A Certified Nursing Aide cares for patients and meets their basic nurses under the direction of a licensed nurse. The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals requires nurse aide students to complete at least 80 hours of classroom and clinical instruction in preparation for practice.… Read the rest
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of certified nursing assistants is projected to grow 22 percent – faster than the average of any other occupation. In Louisiana, there is a constant need for new CNAs to meet the long-term care needs of the senior population.… Read the rest
Louisiana State classifies a Certified Nursing Assistant as someone who has completed a nurse assistant training and competency evaluation program that is approved by the Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH). The DHH may also determine a candidate as competent to practice as a CNA based on prior training or education.… Read the rest
A certified nurse assistant’s primary role is to care for patients. Duties will involve feeding residents, transferring them from bed to chair, and assisting with bathing and dressing. Since the job is a difficult one that is filled with strenuous activities and long hours, the turnover rate in the industry is tremendously high.… Read the rest
The healthcare industry is widely recognized as one of the fastest growing industries in the United States. There’s a strong demand for professionals skilled in all aspects of patient care delivery. Graduates of Louisiana’s Department of Health and Hospitals approved nursing assistant training programs are eligible to take the competency exam for listing in the Nurse Aide Registry and find work in a variety of environments.… Read the rest
According to Salary.com, the average salary for a CNA in New Orleans is $30,758 annually. Future CNAs must enroll in a formal training program, offered by several schools in New Orleans, before challenging the state certification exam. The training program should have a minimum of 80 hours including 40 hours of supervised clinical experience.… Read the rest