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Are there minimum requirements of a caregiver in a nursing home?
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Yes: Nursing homes must have registered nurses supervising lpns or licensed practical nurses. Some nursing homes have physical therapists if they provide rehabilitation. There are many organizations that regulate these places for quality control issues. In my state of florida the regulations are : https://www.Flrules.Org/gateway/chapterhome.Asp?Chapter=59a-4.
Answered 11/21/2018
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YES: Required Education: High school diploma or GED and 75 hours of state-approved training Additional Requirements: State certification or registration; CPR certification may also be required Projected Job Growth (2014-2024)* 18% increase for nursing assistants Mean Salary (2015)* $26,820 for nursing assistants
Answered 12/12/2018
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