Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

What Does a Certified Nursing Assistant Do?

Certified Nursing Assistants commonly work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other medical professional.

On any given day, a Certified Nursing Assistant will be responsible for:

• Attending to the needs of multiple patients
• Aiding patients with routine tasks, including eating, bathing, dressing and exercise
• Observing and recording patient conditions and vital signs
• Monitoring patient food and liquid intake
• Updating care team on changes in patient condition

As Certified Nursing Assistants gain experience and training, they may take on additional responsibilities, including dispensing medicine.