CNA - Certified Nurse Assistants

The Role of CNAs

As a CNA you are a member of a dynamic team of healthcare professionals. Every day you are granted the opportunity to make a difference in the life of some one. And whether the gift you bring is that of a much needed smile, or you monitor someone vitals and diet, give a diabetic patient a shot or assist a patient with a task as simple as combing their hair, and getting in and out of bed, your heartfelt commitment to helping and healing others is an invaluable yet humbling gift.

Why Become a Certified Nursing Assistant?

When queried about why they became a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a number of CNAs stated that they wanted to eventually use their roles as CNAs to jumpstart their goal of becoming registered nurses or explore other healthcare opportunities. Still others cited the flexible work schedule, high demand for healthcare professionals, and the renewed sense of self worth wrought from providing an invaluable service to other human beings, as the determining factors in their decision to become healthcare professionals. Some stress that they became CNAs because of their commitment to advancing the well being of others, the bond they sometimes experience with their clients and/or families; and lastly, because they feel passionate about providing quality healthcare and equal access to all people.

Whether you've chosen to become a healthcare professional because of the flexibility and monetary rewards or because you are deeply committed to helping others, there are a number of federal and state standards and guidelines that must be addressed and met.