Licensed Nursing Assistant
Careers
Also called: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Nurse’s Aide
Job Outlook in Vermont
High Demand
What you might do
Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) work under the supervision of nurses to give hands-on care to patients. They may feed patients or help patients with other daily functions such as dressing and bathing. LNAs record patient vital signs.
Where you might work
Nursing home, assisted living facility, hospital, patient’s home.
Related Links
My Next Move: Nursing Assistants
O*Net Online: Nursing Assistants
Occupational Outlook Handbook: Nursing Assistants and Orderlies
National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA)
Education Required
Most LNAs complete non-degree training.
Where to Study
Canaan Technical Center (VT) (program held in W. Stewartstown, NH)
For more information, contact your regional AHEC:
Northern Vermont AHEC
www.nvtahec.org
802-748-2506
Southern Vermont AHEC
www.svtahec.org
802-885-2126