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Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, or ambulation of patients in a health or nursing facility. May include medication administration and other health-related tasks. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants.



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$35.7k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.


39%

High school diploma or equivalent

24%

Post-secondary certificate

12%

Some college, no degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Certified Nurses Aide (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Nursing Assistant

Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

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