| Aspect | Travel CNA | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
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| Credentials | State-specific CNA certification, often with additional travel-specific requirements | State-certified CNA license |
| Work Environment | Various healthcare facilities across different locations, often short-term assignments | Long-term or permanent positions in healthcare settings |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Staffing agencies, travel healthcare companies | Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics |
Travel CNAs typically hold the same certification as CNAs but work on short-term assignments across multiple locations, offering flexibility and higher pay. CNAs usually work in a fixed healthcare facility. The main difference lies in the work setting and employment type, with Travel CNAs being more mobile and contract-based.