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Lewis County Health System Recognizes Recent Certified
Nursing Assistant Graduates
Published: January 15, 2025
at 07:30 p.m.
By: Press Release from Lewis County Health System
FOR IMMEDIATE
RELEASE
January 15, 2025
Lewis County
Health System Recognizes Recent Certified Nursing Assistant Graduates
Photo (left to right): Jennifer Parker,
Jolanta Vienneau, Jessica Hooper,
Kayla Platt, Kimberly Holman, and Arianna
Baxter
LOWVILLE,
NY─ Lewis County Health System hosted a celebratory graduation on
January 7, 2025, for students from the most recent Certified Nursing
Assistant (CNA) Program.
Jesica Nichols,
RN, Clinical Educator for Long-Term Care, praised the graduates for their
commitment and hard work, which led them to complete the program. Mrs.
Nichols stated, “CNAs are the front line of nursing and a critical part of
the care team. The work, while physically,
mentally, and emotionally demanding, will be one of the most rewarding
careers you can have in healthcare.”
The New York
State-approved course includes clinical and classroom instruction in
resident care and prepares students to sit for the CNA Nurse Assistant
certification. In the skills lab, students practice taking vital signs and
assisting with resident mobility and hygiene. The clinical experience also
allows students to work with residents in the Lewis County Residential
Health Care Facility, helping with activities of daily living and basic
needs.
Chief Executive
Officer Gerald R. Cayer spoke about the value of seeing new CNAs trained
locally in the health system. “You represent the future of our
healthcare system team,” stated Mr. Cayer. “From this first step on
the career ladder, along with some experience, you may be able to pursue an
LPN or RN license. The steps on the career ladder are in front
of you, and we are here to help you pursue your healthcare
dreams!”
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