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CNA Week Recognizes Certified Nursing Assistants

Minority Nurse

Each year, the third week of June is a time to recognize and honor the work of certified nursing assistants with CNA Week. Celebrated this year from June 15 to 23, the National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA) sponsors the week and helps draw attention to the vital work certified nursing assistants do.

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Nursing Assistants: Care and a Familiar Face

Minority Nurse

Bureau of Labor Statistics , the need for nursing assistants is estimated to grow at about 8 percent annually between 2020 and 2030. The job involves a lot of physical activity, some of it strenuous, and interaction with many patients as they provide various hands-on care and support.