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عناوين مماثلة

مساعد دواء معتمد (CMA) ، مساعد ممرض معتمد (CNA) ، مساعد ممرضة معتمد (CNA) ، مساعد تمريض معتمد (CNA) ، مساعد تمريض مرخص (LNA) ، مساعد ممرضات ، مساعد تمريض ، مساعد تمريض ، مساعد رعاية مرضى (PCA) ، مساعد تمريض مختبر من الدولة (STNA)

الوصف الوظيفي

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide essential care and support to patients in hospitals, assisted living centers, nursing homes, community-based adult day care centers, and private residences.

Also known in some states as nursing aides or assistants, CNAs bear general responsibility for ensuring clean, safe environments for patients. They work under the supervision of licensed nurses to ensure their patients’ basic needs are met, such as bathing, getting dressed, and eating.

They also monitor patient vital signs, assist with mobility, and offer much-needed companionship. Depending on their training, they may even offer limited support during medical procedures.

CNAs are vital members of the healthcare team and crucial links between patients and their nurses, recording information in charts and reporting changes so the best care can be given at all times! 

جوانب مجزية من الحياة المهنية
  • إحداث تأثير على صحة المرضى وعمرهم ونوعية حياتهم اليومية
  • الطلب المتزايد في مجال الرعاية الصحية
  • العديد من الفرص للنمو الشخصي والمهني
السبق الصحفي الداخلي
مسؤوليات الوظيفة

جدول العمل

  • Certified Nursing Assistants may work part-time or full-time. Shifts may include nights, weekends, or holidays.

واجبات نموذجية

CNA duties can vary by state, setting, and training. Certain duties require the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

  • Assist patients with personal hygiene including bathing, grooming, dressing, and using the toilet
  • Serve meals and help patients eat, recording their food and liquid intake
  • Prepare rooms and bathrooms for new patients, ensuring they are tidy and sanitary. Change bedsheets and stock toiletry items 
  • Help patients with mobility, including transferring them between beds and wheelchairs, and repositioning for sitting or sleeping
  • Monitor and record vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature
  • Observe changes in patients’ conditions. Report changes to the supervising nurse
  • Respond to patient calls and bed alarms. Care for catheters
  • Provide companionship and emotional support
  • Document patient information, such as responses to treatment and health concerns
  • Ensure effective communication between patients and healthcare professionals
  • If trained and authorized, CNAs may also: 
  1. المساعدة في الإجراءات الطبية غير الباضعة، مثل تضميد الجروح
  2. Administer oral, optical, nasal, and topical medications 
  3. Draw blood 
  4. Collect urine or stool samples 
  5. نقل المرضى إلى المواعيد 


مسؤوليات إضافية

  • المساعدة في الغسيل والمهمات وجدولة المواعيد
  • المساعدة في تفريغ المرضى 
  • Collaborate effectively with patients’ larger healthcare team or caregiver agencies
  • Stay up-to-date on best practices 
  • Assist with training new CNAs
  • Help nurses set up medical equipment. Perform basic equipment cleaning
المهارات المطلوبة في العمل

المهارات الشخصية

  • طريقة السرير
  • شفقة
  • رباطه الجاش
  • الاعتماديه
  • المنحى التفصيلي
  • Dexterity
  • المرونة العاطفية 
  • التعاطف
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • سلامه 
  • مهارات 
  • Methodical 
  • ملاحظ
  • صبر
  • القدرة على التحمل البدني
  • بناء العلاقات
  • موثوقيه
  • الوعي بالسلامة 
  • الحكم السليم 
  • مهارات اتصال قوية
  • العمل الجماعي والتعاون
  • Time management

المهارات الفنية

  • Basic medical knowledge, including medical terminology, taking vital signs, and patient care techniques
  • Knowledge of medical illnesses and injuries, and their signs and symptoms
  • General familiarity with healthcare equipment and technology
  • Knowledge of hygiene, sterilization practices, and infection control practices
  • Proficiency in documenting and maintaining patient records using medical records software
  • Familiarity with the roles of other medical professionals 
أنواع مختلفة من المنظمات
  • مراكز المعيشة بمساعدة
  • مراكز الرعاية النهارية المجتمعية للبالغين
  • مجتمعات تقاعد الرعاية المستمرة
  • مرافق رعاية المسنين
  • Hospitals and clinics
  • مرافق الرعاية التمريضية (مرافق التمريض الماهرة)    
  • دور رعاية المسنين ومرافق الرعاية طويلة الأجل
  • Outpatient care centers    
  • Private residences
  • مراكز إعادة التأهيل
التوقعات والتضحيات

Certified Nursing Assistants are entrusted with the welfare of patients who are often vulnerable due to age, illness, or disability. They frequently assist multiple patients on any given day, thus requiring strong organizational and prioritization skills.

The work can be both physically demanding and emotionally taxing, with schedules sometimes requiring night, weekend, and holiday shifts. CNAs must stay vigilant, empathetic, and patient to ensure their patients receive the best care possible even during stressful or tiring circumstances. In addition, they should take time to practice self-care in order to avoid job burnout or feelings of detachment. 

الاتجاهات الحالية

The nursing field in general has faced a critical shortage in recent years. This is due to a combination of factors, including an increase in life expectancy causing people to require more years of the healthcare services of nurses and CNAs.

In turn, this has created a bottleneck situation, as there are not enough nursing faculty available to train new nurses and CNAs to replace retiring ones. Meanwhile, as the workload continues to stack up, extra strain is placed on nursing professionals who must find ways to manage their own mental well-being and work-life balance. 

ما هي أنواع الأشياء التي استمتع بها الناس في هذه المهنة عندما كانوا أصغر سنا ...

CNAs may have always had an interest in helping others. They could have been involved in caregiving roles from a young age with infirm family members. They tend to have a natural compassion and a desire to make a tangible difference in other people’s lives!

التعليم والتدريب اللازمين

التعليم المطلوب

As a reminder, not every state uses the title Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Some simply use the terms Nursing Assistant or Nursing Aide.

  • To become a Certified Nursing Assistant requires completing a state-approved CNA training program through an accredited school
  1. Note, applicants will need a high school diploma or equivalent. However, some high schools feature CNA programs for juniors and seniors
  2. CNA training programs are widely available at community colleges, vocational/technical schools, and even in some hospitals and nursing homes
  3. “A typical CNA program lasts for about 120 hours or six weeks and includes four weeks in a classroom and two weeks in a clinical setting,” writes Indeed. “Many online CNA programs can accommodate a variety of student schedules and may offer classes during the day and on evenings and weekends.” 
  • Course topics include: 
  1. Human anatomy
  2. Infection control
  3. Medical terminology
  4. Nutrition
  5. Patient rights
  6. Safety and emergencies
  7. Vital signs
  • Practical training includes instruction on basic nursing principles along with RN-supervised caregiving experiences in clinical settings—usually “at least 75 hours of practical experience in an accredited CNA training facility, which also includes at least 16 hours of supervised clinical and 16 hours of laboratory training.” However, some states may require up to 175 hours of training
  • Additional state-specific and employer-specific training requirements vary
  1. Note, upon completion of a state-approved program, students are required to pass a competency exam to obtain a certification or qualify for a state-issued license
  2. Many states use the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program exam for this. Others have their own exams
  3. Exams usually consist of a written or oral test proctored through a third party, featuring multiple-choice questions. There is also a clinical skills portion where test-takers demonstrate proficiency in various tasks
  • Certification is usually good for two years, and renewable based on state or employer-specific requirements (such as completing continuing education or maintaining employment) 
  • In addition to the above, CNA hopefuls may need to verify or update their immunizations (such as seasonal Influenza vaccination, tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap), measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), hepatitis B, varicella, and meningococcal)
  • They may also have to pass criminal background and drug screenings
  • CNAs may complete optional credentials, such as:
  1. مساعد معتمد للعناية بالجروح من المجلس الأمريكي لإدارة الجروح    
  2. شهادة تخصص التدريب الوظيفي للمجلس الأمريكي للتمرين    
  3. شهادة فني رعاية المرضى من جمعية الشهادات الطبية الأمريكية    
  4. فني رعاية المرضى في جمعية الفصد الأمريكية    
  5. شهادة الصليب الأحمر الأمريكي لدعم الحياة الأساسي    
  6. مساعد دوائي معتمد (CMA)
  7. مساعد معتمد من جمعية الممرضات والتلطيفية والتمريض التلطيفي من جمعية الممرضات والتلطيفية
  8. شهادة العلاج عن طريق الوريد من الرابطة الوطنية لتعليم وخدمة الممرضات العملية    
  9. فني رعاية المرضى المعتمد وطنيا من المركز الوطني لاختبار الكفاءة
  10. المجلس الوطني لإصدار الشهادات لمقدم رعاية مرض الزهايمر المعتمد من رعاية مرض الزهايمر
  11. البرنامج الوطني لتقييم مساعد الممرضات التابع للمجلس الوطني لمجالس الدولة للتمريض    
  12. فني / مساعد معتمد لرعاية المرضى من الرابطة الوطنية للوظائف الصحية   
  13.  أخصائي المقاعد والتنقل في جمعية هندسة إعادة التأهيل والتكنولوجيا المساعدة في أمريكا الشمالية
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CNA training programs are available at community colleges, vocational/technical schools, some hospitals and nursing homes, and even through some high school programs. 

  • Review the exact training and certification/licensure requirements for the state you plan to work in.
  • ضع في اعتبارك تكاليف التعليم (الأسعار داخل الولاية / خارج الولاية) ، والخصومات ، والمنح الدراسية ، وخيارات تقديم الدورات (داخل الحرم الجامعي أو عبر الإنترنت أو البرنامج الهجين).
  • Look for accredited programs with strong reputations and high pass rates for state certification exams.
  • راجع الخيارات المتاحة للتدريب العملي في إعدادات الرعاية الصحية المحلية.
  • ضع في اعتبارك مدة البرنامج ومرونة جداول الفصول الدراسية ، خاصة إذا كنت توازن بين الالتزامات الأخرى.
  • مراجعة السير الذاتية لأعضاء هيئة التدريس والجوائز. تعرف على معدلات التخرج وإحصائيات التوظيف. نظرة خاطفة على إنجازات شبكة الخريجين!
الأنشطة المتاحة في المدرسة الثانوية والكلية
  • تطوع في أماكن الرعاية الصحية لاكتساب التعرض واكتساب المهارات العملية
  • Take classes in high school related to anatomy, physiology, biology, health sciences, and first aid
  • Earn good grades so you can get accepted into a suitable CNA training program
  • Participate in school activities where you can hone your soft skills and gain leadership experience 
  • Think about the format you want to take CNA classes in. Some topics are fine for online study, but others need to be learned in person 
  • Research the CNA certification requirements for your state. Keep in mind that you may have to pass a criminal background check or drug screening
  • Request to do an informational interview with a working CNA to learn about their daily duties
  • Check out online articles and videos about the career field, the various settings you could work in, and extra certifications you may want to pursue!
  • احتفظ بقائمة بجهات الاتصال (مع أرقام الهواتف أو رسائل البريد الإلكتروني) التي قد تكون بمثابة مراجع وظيفية مستقبلية 
  • احتفظ بمسودة عمل لسيرتك الذاتية وقم بتحديثها كلما اكتسبت الخبرة
  • Develop a workout schedule so you can stay in shape and manage stress
خارطة طريق نموذجية
Certified Nursing Assistant Roadmap
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  • Once certified to work in their respective states, CNAs can explore job postings via sites like Indeed, Glassdoor, myCNAjobs, healthcare-specific job search sites, and the websites of applicable employers (i.e., assisted living centers, adult day care centers, hospitals, clinics, nursing care facilities, etc.)
  • Note, many recruiters have established pipelines with local CNA training programs, so talk to your school’s program manager or career center about job placement assistance
  • Network with fellow healthcare professionals to learn about job opportunities. Don’t underestimate the power of “word of mouth” recruiting! 
  • Advertise yourself on LinkedIn and keep your social media professional. Potential employers often screen candidates’ online activities 
  • Check out Certified Nursing Assistant resumes for ideas on formatting, phrasing, and keywords to use
  • Review potential interview questions to expect. Do several mock interviews to practice your responses
  • أظهر موقفا قلبيا ورعاية ينقل قدرتك على التعامل جسديا وعقليا مع عبء العمل
  • اقرأ عن الاستراتيجيات التي يستخدمها مسؤولو التوظيف ، لاكتساب منظور لعقليتهم أثناء المقابلات
  • اللباس بشكل احترافي للمقابلات
كيفية تسلق السلم
  • Let your supervisor know your career goals and ask for their advice and mentorship
  • Build a reputation for providing outstanding patient care. Master your bedside manner and follow instructions carefully
  • Establish clear communications with patients, nurses, and other healthcare team members
  • Keep learning! Stay up-to-date on best practices regarding patient care related to CNA duties 
  • Be diligent when it comes to sanitation and hygiene 
  • Pursue further education and training opportunities to learn new skills and competencies 
  • Consider becoming a licensed practical nurse or registered nurse
  • Learn all relevant employer policies and procedures 
  • Study manufacturer and software guides for equipment and programs you use frequently
  • Demonstrate top-notch leadership capabilities and patiently train and mentor younger professionals 
  • Stay engaged with professional organizations. Attend events, hold committee posts, and actively work to advance your reputation
الأدوات / الموارد الموصى بها
الخطة ب

The day-to-day work life of a CNA can be rewarding but often challenging. It’s a critically important career field and frequently serves as a valuable stepping stone for advanced opportunities, as well.

But it’s not everyone’s cup of tea—and that’s okay! There are dozens of exciting healthcare careers to explore. Below are just a few of the most popular ones to consider: 

  • Dental Assistant     
  • مساعد الصحة المنزلية
  • ممرضة عملية مرخصة (LPN)
  • مساعد طبي
  • ممرضة تخدير
  • ممرضة قابلة
  • مساعد علاج وظيفي
  • مساعد أخصائي البصريات 
  • مساعد علاج طبيعي
  • مساعدو الأطباء    
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • مساعد طبيب بيطري 

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