St. Martin's College Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Take the first step to becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
What Does A CNA Do?
Under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses, a certified nursing assistant’s (CNA) main role is to provide basic care to patients and assist them with activities of daily living. Some of the core duties CNA’s can expect to perform include the following:
- Bathe and dress patients
- Serve meals and help patients eat
- Take vital signs
- Turn or reposition patients who are bedridden
- Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses and doctors
- Answer patient calls
- Examine patients for symptoms that may require medical attention
- Provide physical support to assist patients to perform activities of daily living
Why Become A CNA?
As a CNA, you will play a vital role in today’s world of health care, with knowledge and skills that are always in demand.
In 2004, there were 1.4 million nurses assistants employed in the US. Nurse assistants and CNAs are employed in a variety of facilities including hospitals, clinics, and home care (American Red Cross, 2014).
The job growth for CNA’s is faster than average, with an expected growth of 20% or more by 2020. A total of more than 300,000 additional employees will be needed.
As the medical field continuously grows, CNA’s are on the front lines for providing quality patient care. A CNA job will set you on the fast track to a quality career in the medical field. (American Red Cross, 2014).
About St. Martin's CNA Program
Through our CNA program, students will attain the knowledge and skills necessary to take the CNA state exam for certification. We offer flexible schedules, including day, evening, and weekend classes. Our CNA training program course curriculum includes classroom lectures and hands-on lab instruction by registered nurses.
Program Tuition: $1,000 (includes textbook and lab supplies)
Contact Us
St. Martin’s College and Seminary
4550 W Bradley Rd
Brown Deer, WI 53223
Phone: (414) 371-1600