Nursing Assistant Trainee
Medical Assistant & Health Sciences
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in Nursing.
What Nursing Assistant Trainees Do
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in Nursing.
Work Environment
Locations
- • Nursing homes and long-term care facilities
- • Hospitals
- • Assisted living communities
- • Home health agencies
- • Rehabilitation centers
Schedule
Schedules often include nights, weekends, and holidays, with many roles offering 8- or 12-hour shifts.
Physical Demands
The job involves standing and walking for long periods and frequent bending, reaching, and lifting. You may need to help move or transfer patients safely using proper body mechanics and equipment.
Salary & Job Outlook
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Why Demand May Grow
Demand may rise as the population ages and more people need help with daily living and basic care. Hospitals and long-term care facilities also need support staff to help manage patient loads.
Skills You'll Need
Pros & Cons
Pros
- • Fast entry into healthcare
- • High demand in many communities
- • Meaningful, hands-on patient care
- • Many settings to choose from
- • Can be a stepping stone to nursing
Cons
- • Physically demanding work
- • Risk of injury when lifting or transferring patients
- • Emotionally stressful situations
- • Exposure to illness and bodily fluids
- • Shift work, including nights and weekends
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