Career Pathways Direct Care & Nursing Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant

Direct Care & Nursing

Experience

0-1 years

Certification/License

Active registration on the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry

Starting Wage/Range

$19-$24

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Overview

Job Description

Nursing assistants provide direct care to residents under nurse supervision. They receive basic training in tasks like vital sign monitoring and providing daily life cares, while also offering emotional support and reporting changes in residents’ condition to lead nurses. This career path often leads to close, rewarding relationships with residents that go beyond the daily tasks.

Education Requirements

Most employers require active registration on the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry. Many employers offer nursing assistant training on-site and/or provide scholarships or reimbursements for training and testing related-expenses.

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