CNA

A CNA can be known by several different names such as a nurse's aide, patient care technician or home health assistant. They can work in hospitals, assisted living homes, long term care facilities, nursing homes, and in private homes. Depending on the state CNAs are authorized to perform specific tasks to assist nurses. The amount of time necessary to become a CNA can range from 6 weeks to one full semester of school. I am currently a CNA myself.