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Nursing assistants provide basic care for patients in nursing homes, hospitals, and long-term care facilities. They assist patients with daily living activities, including helping patients dress, transferring patients from their bed to a wheelchair, and serving meals. Nursing assistants work in a healthcare team to provide patient care, often under the supervision of a licensed practical nurse or a provide patientNursing assistants draw on healthcare training to monitor patients conditions. They listen to patients describe their symptoms and record any health concerns. In addition, nursing assistants measure patients vital signs, including temperature and blood pressure. They record the results of these tests on charts for nurses and physicians. In some states, nursing assistants also dispense medication.In long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and residential care facilities, nursing assistants act as principal caregivers for residents. They spend extended time with residents and develop close professional relationships with patients, which requires strong communication and interpersonal skills.Nursing assistants also help position, turn, and transfer patients, which requires physical stamina. During nursing assistant training, students learn how to safely lift and move patients to prevent injuries.