Author: Amy Harris

When choosing CNA CE courses, research your state's requirements, find out about your employer's requirements and choose courses that will benefit your career.

Common CNA admission requirements include placement exams, high school or GED transcripts, a TB test, a criminal background check and current CPR certification.

To become a hospice CNA, you will need to complete various courses in hospice care, join the HPNA and earn hospice certification by completing the HPNA exam.

Phlebotomy certification can help your CNA career by broadening your job prospects, increasing your salary and maximizing your chances of promotions.

Pediatric CNA careers offer many terrific benefits including room for career advancement, great wages, emotional satisfaction and job security.

During a CNA interview, be sure to ask about the patient-to-caregiver ratio, the availability of CE training and the policies on probationary periods.

Signing on to a CNA staffing agency offers many benefits including higher wages, more job opportunities, valuable employee perks and on-site training.

As a CNA, you will need to learn about patients' rights, which include freedom from abuse and the rights to maintain dignity, comfort and cleanliness.

Factors that contribute to the high demand for CNAs today include a growing elderly population, medical field expansion and healthcare awareness.

There are many ways to impress your boss including maintaining a perfect attendance record, working effectively as a team and keeping a cheerful attitude.