| Aspect | Osf Cna | Osf Patient Care Technician |
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| Certifications | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license + additional training |
| Work Environment | Long-term care, nursing homes, hospitals | Hospitals, clinics, acute care settings |
| Job Responsibilities | Basic patient care, ADLs, vital signs | Expanded patient care, monitoring, assisting with procedures |
While both Osf CNA and Osf Patient Care Technician roles involve direct patient care and require CNA certification, PCTs typically have additional training and perform more complex tasks. CNAs focus on basic care and daily living activities, whereas PCTs assist with more advanced clinical procedures, often in hospital settings.