This week celebrates the hard work of nursing assistants everywhere. CNAs play a crucial role in the healthcare system, providing essential care and support to patients in various settings. Teaching nursing assistant skills is both a rewarding and challenging endeavor, requiring a blend of theoretical knowledge, practical application and compassionate instruction. Whether you're an educator in a formal classroom setting or a mentor in a clinical environment, here are some key strategies to effectively teach basic nursing skills to prepare the future generation of nursing assistants.

In 2020 the world is expected to spend 30 billion dollars on infection control. However, nurse educators and hospital directors are noticing that students are entering the workforce without a great understanding of infection control and personal protection. With infectious diseases continuing to spread throughout hospitals and even worldwide, it’s becoming increasingly important to educate students on how they should be protecting themselves.