nursing assistant

English

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Noun

nursing assistant (plural nursing assistants)

  1. (medicine, nursing) A healthcare professional who provides basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
    Synonyms: certified nursing assistant, NA (initialism)
    Coordinate term: physician assistant
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