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Nurse Aide
Starting Salary
$26,171
NC Triangle area
Median Annual Wage
$34.476
NC Triangle area
% High school diploma or equivalent
% Some college, no degree
Job Outlook
+5%
NC Triangle area
Annual Job Openings
4,429
NC Triangle area
Nurse aides, also referred to as Nursing Assistants, help make sure the patient is receiving the best care possible. Their duties usually include feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, and changing linens. Individuals who enjoy socializing and helping others might enjoy this career, which requires organizational and problem solving skills in a hands-on environment.
Durham Tech offers a Nurse Aide program that equips students with the fundamental nursing skills for various healthcare environments and offers both beginner and advanced levels.
