our area, according to NWA Workforce Connection.
Licensed practical nurses and licensed vocational nurses average $ 40,900 in per year in Northwest Arkansas. Registered Nurses average $ 56,200 annually. The need for nurses will increase by more than 1,000 jobs over the next 10 years, according to NWA Workforce Connection.
Demand for home health aides and medical assistants is expected to grow by more than 200 jobs each. Home health aides help people who have disabilities or illnesses with daily tasks, like dressing and bathing. They may also check vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate and temperature, help givemedication, and do light housework for their client.
Aides keep records and report any changes in their client’ s condition to their supervisor. Most home health aides work for certified home health or hospice agencies, and must follow certain government regulations. Earnings are comparable to a CNA’ s.
Medical assistants take care of clinical and administrative tasks in medical offices. These workers record your vital signs and medical history at the beginning of your office visit. They may also give injections or other medications to patients. Medical assistants earn an average of $ 28,600 a year in our area.
Another in-demand career is dental assistants. Our area is expected to add another 130
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