CNA Program In Nevada

• Aspirant must be at least 16 years of age and a high school graduate.
• All applicants must complete a fingerprint test to become eligible for CNA Program program in Nevada.
• A candidate is required to undergo:
• Background verification
• Drug screening
• Immunization
• Hepatitis B (series of three vaccines, out of which, one dose must be completed)
• MMR (Measles, mumps and rubella) – two doses.
• Two TB tests (subsequently within 1 year, with a minimum of 1 week difference, and the result must be negative)
• Influenza vaccine
• Varicella vaccine
• DPT vaccine

75 hours of program is required for becoming an approved CNA professional. The programs are supervised by the registered nurses or licensed practical nurses, and comprises of hands-on practice and theoretical sessions. You can complete your coursework between 9 and 13 weeks.

The program cost depends on the school you choose to pursue your education, as well as other expenses, such as travelling cost, books, and other supplies. However, you will have to spend around $1000 for your program. For economically weak students, there are various ways to make their program more affordable. They can either enroll in employer-sponsored programs or can seek admission in schools providing scholarships and grants.

• Responsibilities and tasks of nursing assistant
• Communication and interpersonal relationships
• Infection control and safety
• Physiology and Anatomy – Musculoskeletal System, the Urinary System, the Nervous System, the Integumentary System, the Respiratory System, the Endocrine System, the Cardiovascular System,  the Sensory System, the Digestive System, Growth and Development, Medical Terminology
• Bed making and general comfort
• Personal care – skin care, bathing procedures, dressing and undressing, shaving, nail and hair care, oral hygiene.
• Study of vital signs, like measurement of body temperature, checking blood pressure, sugar, respiratory disorders, etc.
• Nutritional requirements of patients
• Routine exercises
• Admission and discharge procedure
• Elimination procedures – urinary bladder elimination, bowel elimination, collection of specimens
• Procedures for unsterile warm and cold applications
• Care of dying, grieving or deceased patients
• Rehabilitation of clients with special needs
• Care of clients with nervous system diseases, diabetes, respiratory diseases, cognitive impairment

1. What procedure is to be followed to become a CNA professional in Nevada?

Answer: An aspirant must undergo at least 75 hours of program from an accredited school or institute. Thereafter, National Nurse Aid Assessment Program (NNAAP) examination must be undertaken. Upon qualifying the examination, candidate gets enlisted in Nevada State Nurse Aide Registry. After this, s/he must apply for CNA certification from the Nevada State Board of Nursing

2. I am 15 years old and have completed high school. Can I enroll in CNA Program program in NV?

Answer: No, you cannot enroll for nurse aide program as the minimum age for enrollment in these programs is 16 years.

3. How can one contact the Nevada State Board of Nursing to get the list of approved nursing assistant schools?

Answer: Contact details of Nevada State Board of Nursing are as follows:

Reno Office
5011 Meadow Mall Way
Suite 300, Reno, NV 89502-6547
Phone: (775) 687-7700
Fax: (775) 687-7707

Las Vegas Office
4220 South Maryland Parkway, Building B,
Suite 300, Las Vegas, NV 89119-7533
Phone: (702) 486-5800
Fax: (702) 486-5803

Students can receive free academic and career program in an institutional setting at this Job Corp center. The program program equips the students with basic skills and teaches them how to move, dress, bathe, feed and groom the patients. They also learn about infection control, emergency procedure, interpersonal and communication skills.

Contact Details:

Sierra Nevada Job Corps Center
Address: 14175 Mt. Charleston Street, Reno, NV 89506

Several colleges offer free/low-cost nurse aide program to assist students in realizing their dreams of becoming a CNA.

• Truckee Meadows Community CollegeThe school of science department offers six credit programs for the CNA course. The candidates complete the nurse aide program program from this college and prepare themselves to assist the registered nurse in patient care. The total estimated cost of the course is $438 excluding the fees for background check, uniform and textbooks. This is a one-semester course that includes clinical and classroom experience.Contact Details:Truckee Meadows Community College
  Address: 7000 Dandini Boulevard, Reno, Nevada 89512
  Phone No: (775) 673-7111
  Website: http://www.tmcc.edu

• Western Nevada CollegeThe college offers 6 credit courses of 150 hours (including clinical and classroom program) to the students. The estimated tuition cost of this state-approved course is $469. Candidates are required to pay additional fee for immunizations, uniforms and textbooks.Contact Details:Western Nevada College
  Address: 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City, NV 89703
  Phone No: (775) 445-3000
  Website: http://www.wnc.edu

• The South Lyon Medical CenterThe South Lyon Medical Center offers one of the cheapest programs in the state. It provides 150 hours program that last for eleven weeks. The estimated tuition cost is $150.Contact Details:The South Lyon Medical Center
  Address: 213 South Whitacre Street, Yerington, NV 89447
  Phone No: (775) 463-2301
  Website: http://www.southlyonmedicalcenter.org

Nursing-related grant programs are available in each state which are administered and funded by various institutions. The University of Nevada has certain eligibility criteria for providing grants to the candidates who reside in NV. Here are some scholarship programs available for the nursing students:-

• Harry and Rebecca Lahr Foundation ScholarshipHarry and Rebecca Lahr Foundation scholarship program is administered through University of Nevada, Las Vegas. It is opened to any graduate or undergraduate nursing student. The renewal or non-renewal of the scholarship depends on the availability of funds and students’ academic achievement. In order to apply for the scholarship, the candidate must fulfill the basic requirements.Eligibility Criteria:

• • Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • S/he must be enrolled for minimum twelve undergraduate credits.
  • The candidate must be admitted as a full-time student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
  • The applicant must submit the application and requested documents by the deadline date (1st August of every year).Contact Details:University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    Address: 4505 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89154
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• College of Southern Nevada ScholarshipThe CSN College in collaboration with CSN Foundation offers the prestigious award of $500 to $2500 to the eligible CSN students. Interested candidates are required to file a complete application by the deadline date. The fund is awarded to the students on the basis of their talents and academic achievements.
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• Nevada State Elks Association – Vocational Grant Program The program is provided to the individuals who reside in the Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks in NV. The grant is opened to all the candidates pursuing a technical/vocational course.  In order to meet the requirements:
  • The applicant must submit all the required documents.
  • S/he must be a USA citizen on the date when application is filed.
  • All supporting documents/application letter must be in English.
  • Documents should be submitted before the deadline date.

  Selection of the candidates for grant will be made on the basis of skills, high school/college test scores and vocational school grades, and financial need of the candidate.

  The grant may be used for covering cost like room & boards, textbooks, tuition fees and other supplies, but it may not be used for general living expenses such as automobile expenses, mortgage payments, child care and rent.

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• Nevada State Elks Association – Past Exalted Rulers Nursing ScholarshipThe main purpose of the PER nursing scholarship of the Nevada State Elks Association is to help high school graduates in pursuing nursing studies. The fund of $1000 is awarded annually. In order to qualify, the applicant must:
  • Maintain a GPA of 2.5
  • Be a high school graduate
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Be pursuing a nursing program
  • Submit a completed application, transcripts and two recommendation letters by the deadline date.
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• The Ridge HouseThe Ridge House offers all clients with various services and programs to support career development. These services include job placement services, educational & vocational program, interview workshops, and job skills development course.Contact Details:The Ridge House
  Address: 900 West 1st Street, Suite 200, Reno, NV 89503
  Phone No: (775) 322-8941
  Website: http://www.ridgehouse.org

• Rehabilitation ServicesThe Nevada Department of Employment, Program & Rehabilitation comprises Rehabilitation Division which offers assistance to visually impaired, blind and disabled individuals. The services are designed to concentrate on program, job placement and treatments for the disabled individuals.Contact Details:Nevada Department of Employment, Program & Rehabilitation
  Address: 2800 East St. Louis Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89104
  Website: http://detr.state.nv.us

The following two chapters of American Red Cross offer low-cost program to the deserving students.

• Northern Nevada Chapter
  Address: 1190 Corporate Boulevard, Reno, NV 89502
  Phone No: (775) 856-1000
• Southern Nevada Chapter
  Address: 1771 East Flamingo Road, Suite 206-B, Las Vegas, NV 89119
  Phone No: (702) 791-3311

Question 1:  Hello, can anybody tell me who may apply for Nevada State Elks Association – Vocational Grant Program?

Answer: Here is the eligibility criterion for Nevada State Elks Association – Vocational Grant Program-

• The candidate must be a citizen of the US.
• The application must be signed by a Lodge official.
• All the supporting documents and application must be in English, and must be submitted by the deadline.

Question 2:  What is the cost and duration of CNA Program is the state of NV?

Answer: The nursing assistant course in the state of Nevada may cost you between $300 and $1000. You may have to pay additional charges for uniforms, textbooks, travel, rent and other supplies. The estimated time for the whole program is 75 hours including both practical and classroom sessions. This 3 to 9 weeks program covers various important topics related to patient grooming, medical terminologies, and basic anatomy.