How to transfer a patient from bed to wheelchair
Safe transfers protect both the patient and your back. Always check the care plan for the right method and number of staff.
7 steps →How-to guides
Certified Nursing Assistant How-To Guides
Step-by-step guides to common certified nursing assistant tasks: the practical side of the job.
Common certified nursing assistant tasks
Step-by-step overviews of tasks certified nursing assistants perform regularly. Use them to understand the job, prepare for training or refresh your memory.
How to measure intake and output
Accurate I&O helps nurses catch dehydration, fluid overload and kidney problems early.
6 steps →How to prevent pressure injuries
Pressure injuries can develop in hours. CNAs are the first line of prevention.
7 steps →Before you practice
Learn every core task
Our Certified Nursing Assistant training walks through these procedures and more, alongside vocabulary, safety and career-launch lessons.