12 hour CNAs are Certified Nursing Assistants who work twelve-hour shifts, typically in hospitals, nursing homes, or long-term care facilities. These extended shifts allow for fewer workdays each week, often resulting in a more condensed work schedule. Responsibilities remain the same as other CNAs, including assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting nursing staff. Many healthcare facilities use 12-hour shifts to provide continuous patient care and reduce the number of handoffs between staff. This schedule can offer more days off, but the shifts can be physically and mentally demanding.