CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants)
CNAs, are healthcare professionals who provide intimate, hands-on health care to patients in medical settings under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Most nursing assistants and orderlies work in nursing and residential care facilities and in hospitals. In order to become a Registered Nurse, one must obtain healthcare experience as a CNA.
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Local, Omaha-area CNA Programs
- Metro Community College
- Nebraska Methodist College
- Clarkson College
- Iowa Western Community College
- Quality Career Pathways
- Team QLI
TNAs (Temporary Nurse Aides)
"A temporary nurse aide works on a short-term contract to assist nurses and nurses’ aides. People without nursing backgrounds can now work in health care by taking a free eight-hour course online. COVID-19 has created a greater need for temporary nurse aides to provide care for elderly and disabled patients.
The American Health Care Association, a nonprofit health organization that seeks to provide resources to skilled nursing centers, assisted living communities, and other long-term care providers offer the temporary nurse aide course. Currently, the eight-hour course is allowed under specific waivers for temporary nurse aides in Delaware, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, South Dakota, Texas, and West Virginia."
*Source: Incredible Health