The program will help you learn how to provide personal care and comfort for people living in health care settings. You will learn to bathe, dress, feed and transport people; obtain pulse and temperature; and report observations and reactions to the health care team. Nursing assistants prepare equipment, take care of the patient’s room and maintain patient records. You may assist people living with dementia and rehabilitation needs, and provide restorative care to help them maintain independence. 

• Communicate and interact effectively with patients, family, and co-workers
• Maintain and protect patient rights
• Report information and record observations
• Demonstrate the ethical and legal responsibilities of the nursing assistant
• Provide safe care to a diverse population, meeting personal, physical and well-being needs
• Assist with patient rehabilitation and restorative care, promoting independence
• Assist patients with long-term, disabling conditions including dementia, always focusing on the strengths of the person
• Work cooperatively in a team environment
• Eligible to take the WI NA Competency evaluation