1. CNA Training in New Jersey
This article posted at the CNA Certification and Training blog.
Health is an ever-growing field, with new medicines
and medical procedures they evolve and require better healthcare and optimum care for the
patients. Therefore, the career of a nursing assistant is a good selection currently, because of
the great demand for medical workers.
The Certified Nursing Assistant training in New Jersey is rigorous and involves both mental and
physical preparedness, as well candidates must be trained about a plethora of medical terms
and values and be constantly aware to be able they contribute to a patient’s wellbeing.
The precision in measurement of medications, blood sampling, and the keeping track of
patients’ blood pressure is of outmost importance responsibilities of nursing assistants.
Additional, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in working closely with doctors and nurses
assist in daily needs of patients, such as bathing, dressing, feeding and transporting, to
maintain patient's living environment safe and clean, in controlling infection, provide emotional
support and they contribute in the proper operating and maintaining of medical equipment.
The New Jersey Department of Health and Human Services (NJDHSS) regulates the nursing
profession in state and approves CNA training programs offered at community colleges,
vocational schools, American Red Cross, online schools or distance learning courses and in
other educational facilities or healthcare facilities that meet guidelines and Federal regulations.
Some facilities offer free CNA training courses, in exchange the employment to that facility, after
completing training and certification exam.
CNA Training Requirements in New Jersey (NJ)
Several training programs require the trainees to be at least 18 years old, to have a high school
diploma or GED certification and clean criminal record.
According to the NJ Department of Health, a student will need to complete an Nurse Aide
Training Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) , in order to be apply for the CNA
certification in New Jersey and to work in any health industry as Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA).
The programs require a minimum of 90 hours of instruction, consisting of 50 hours of classroom
training and 40 hours of clinical training.
Classes include basic nursing topics and the study of medical terminology, infection control,
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2. nutrition, clinical practicum, personal care skills, mental health and social service needs, taking
readings such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, how to respond to health
emergencies, recording medical histories, administering medications, interpersonal skills and
communicating with patients and their rights.
Students will acquire nursing skills and experience in working closely with other nurses and
doctors.
New Jersey CNA Certification
After completing your 90 hours of training, student need to pass competency evaluation exam
(NNAAP) administered by Pearson Vue within 24 months from education.
The National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) is comprised of two sections. A clinical
test on five randomly practical skills, which mimics a clinical setting, and a written exam which
consists of 70 multiple-choice questions.
The skills evaluation comes first and examinee must pass all five practical skills in order to be
able to take the written exam.
Upon complete the exam added on the New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry which keeps a record
of all the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in the state. Once certified, a new nursing
assistant may find work in anywhere healthcare industry, if of course has the appropriate
experience.
If the student fails the competency evaluation exam three times, will need to re-take the CNA
training, before being allowed to sit for the final exam again.
Renewal of certification is every two years and the aide must have worked at least 8 hours in
the preceding 24 months.
CNA Employment & Salary in New Jersey
According to the State of New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development, a CNA in
New Jersey makes a median annual salary of $25,800 and the job growth will be 14% for CNAs
in New Jersey.
This really is positive and optimistic for all those seeking to enter in healthcare field, and may be
the entrance to other health positions, like licensed practical nurse (LPN) and medical assisting.
As it is a promising career for tomorrow, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New Jersey may
be able to prepare themselves for the possibility of employment in some of the largest hospitals
and healthcare facilities in the state including the Atlanticare Regional Medical Center, Bergen
Regional Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, and Newark Beth Israel
Medical Center.
Important Contacts for Certified Nursing Assistant
American Nurses Association
National Association of School Nurses (NASN)
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
New Jersey Department of Health and Human Services (NJDHSS)
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3. New Jersey State Nurses Association
New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc.
New Jersey State School Nurses Association (NJSSNA)
Pearson Vue
CNA Training in New Jersey
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