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A certified nursing assistant, or CNA, works under the supervision of nurses to deliver high-quality care to patients. The job requires long hours and many responsibilities, but caring for patients daily provides some of the greatest rewards any profession could offer. Not to mention, the skills you learn as a certified nursing assistant can prepare you for a long-term career in the nursing field.

 A medication technician, also known as a "med-tech" or medication aide, is a certified nursing assistant (CNA) who dispenses prescribed medications to patients according to doctors' written orders. In addition to her CNA certification, a med-tech must complete additional training, a written examination, and a clinical examination, as well as hold current state licensure. Most medication technician positions are held in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities where patients' medication regimens are usually stable and infrequently changed. Nonetheless, not all US state boards of nursing allow medication administration to fall within a nursing assistant's scope of practice. In states where they are allowed to practice, med techs dispense oral capsules, pills, elixirs, and perhaps subcutaneous insulin to patients; assist them in taking the medication; and assess for any side effects or drug reactions. 

  Phlebotomy technicians collect blood from patients and prepare the samples for testing. Most work in hospitals and clinics, but some collect blood for donation purposes. Phlebotomy technicians are important members of the health care team and often need to explain the blood-drawing procedure and put patients at ease. 

 Patient Care Technicians support nurses, doctors, and other medical staff in caring for patients in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and more.   

 A Medical Assistant, or a Clinical Assistant, is responsible for assisting Doctors and Nurses in providing care to their patients. Their duties include recording and updating medical histories and contact information in patient files, scheduling patient appointments, and performing standard care procedures like drawing blood, checking vitals, or collecting lab samples.  

 A CPR Instructor is a certified professional who teaches others essential life-saving techniques, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use. They conduct hands-on training, demonstrate proper procedures on mannequins, assess student skills, and ensure participants can confidently respond to cardiac emergencies, working in various settings like schools, hospitals, and workplaces.