For most positions in home healthcare you do not need a certain type of certification. Most look for a background in the medical field or some experience working with the elderly. Make sure your state does not have any guidelines first before applying.
Yes, IF she/he is a certified nursing assistant.
Check your local hospitals and medical supply stores for information regarding home aid certification.
They're the same thing. The official title is "Certified Nursing Assistant" (CNA). This title has many variants, such as "Certified Nurse Aide" or "Nurse Aide". A CNA is under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Note that A CNA is different from a "Home Health Aide" (HHA). A HHA requires less education. See the referenced link below for more information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
no need to be certified to be an aide.
can i get home repair aide from government
$20,000-$30,000 a year
All you need to do is check out the local yellow pages for more certified people. As well you can visit a local hospital or seniors care center for listings of people able to help. If you can get a hold of her other health aide, she may be able to point you the right direction as well.
I know that the nursing home in my town is paying $9.00/hr for a CNA. I am unsure of the other towns.
Certified Nursing Assistants make $9-12 dollars an hour.
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To become a nurse's aide, the time to become certified may vary depending on the program you use, but generally it only takes a few months.