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👩‍⚕️ RN vs. LPN vs. CNA — What's the Difference

Three types of nurses with very different training and authority.

Certified Nursing Assistants Provide Daily Support

  • A **Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)** assists with essential daily activities like bathing, dressing, and moving safely around the room.
  • They monitor vital signs and report changes in your condition directly to the nursing staff.
  • Their training is focused on hands-on physical care rather than clinical decision-making or medication administration.
  • They are the team members who spend the most time at your bedside during your hospital stay.
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