Nurse Aide
Nurse aides provide direct patient care under nursing supervision — vitals, personal care, transport, and the hands-on work of patient support.
What it's like to be a Nurse Aide
A typical day involves rotating between patients for vitals, personal care, and assistance with daily living. The pace varies by setting.
Collaboration involves nurses, patients, families, and other care staff. What's harder than expected is the physical and emotional demands — care work is hard on the body and the heart.
People who thrive tend to be patient, physically capable, and good with people in vulnerable moments. If you find satisfaction in hands-on care, the role often feels meaningful.
Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.
Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.
How this category is changing
Skills & Requirements
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