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 What Does a Certified Nurse Aide Do?
Certified nurse aides work under the supervision of licensed nursing professionals. They care for patients who are ill, injured, disabled, or otherwise unable to care for themselves. In many settings, CNAs are the health professionals patients encounter most often. A CNA performs various basic duties that are important for the patient's comfort and recovery. These tasks vary depending on the employment setting.

Topics covered in the Montana State Certified Nurse Aide Program:

• The Nurse Aide's Role in Various Healthcare Settings.
• Foundations of Resident/Patient Care.
• Understanding Residents/Patients as Human Beings - Holistic Care.
• Body Systems and Related Medical Conditions.
• Dementia Care and Alzheimer's Disease.
• Personal Care Skills and Basic Nurse Aide Skills.
• Nutrition and Hydration.
• Rehabilitation and Restorative Care.