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Nebraska Certified Nursing Assistant
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Nebraska CNA: Study Roadmap
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Complete DHHS-Approved CNA Training
Enroll in and complete a Nebraska DHHS-approved CNA training program (minimum 75 hours following OBRA federal requirements). Programs are offered through community colleges, nursing facilities, and vocational schools statewide.
Physical Care Skills (40% of exam)You are here
Master personal care and basic nursing skills including bathing, grooming, dressing, vital signs, body mechanics, transfers, and positioning. This is the largest content area on the Nebraska CNA exam.
Role of the Nurse Aide (40% of exam)
Study communication techniques, resident rights under OBRA, legal and ethical behavior, scope of practice, and mandatory reporting requirements. Understanding your role is critical for exam success.
Psychosocial Care Skills (20% of exam)
Learn about emotional and mental health needs, dementia care, cultural competence, and therapeutic communication for residents with behavioral symptoms.
Clinical Skills Practice
Practice all clinical skills on the Nebraska skills list. The skills exam has 6 skills; you need at least 70% on each and every mandatory step, and failing any one skill fails the skills exam.
Can You Take the Nebraska CNA Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must complete DHHS-approved training before scheduling the exam
- •Must pass BOTH the written/oral exam (50 questions, 70%) AND the skills exam (6 skills, 70% on each with all mandatory steps)
- •3 opportunities to pass each exam; after 3 failures, retake the 75-hour nurse aide course
- •After passing, the approved testing provider reports results and DHHS lists you on the Nebraska Nurse Aide Registry (about 3 weeks)
- •To stay active, work as a nurse aide in a paid position within 24 months of your last nurse aide job; there is no renewal fee
- •Must report abuse/neglect/exploitation to appropriate authorities immediately
Nebraska CNA Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
2-6 weeks after completing training (schedule with a DHHS-approved testing provider)
From start to license in hand
Exam Provider
DHHS-approved testing providers (community colleges, Clarkson College, Nebraska Methodist College, Quality Career Pathways and the Nebraska Health Care Learning Center)
Retake Policy
You have 3 opportunities to pass each exam (written/oral and skills). If you do not pass after 3 tries, you must retake the 75-hour nurse aide course. Retest fees are set by the testing provider.
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What You'll Study
5 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Nebraska CNA Exam, DHHS Registry & Scope of Practice
5 sections
Chapter 2: Physical Care Skills — Personal Hygiene, Care & Nutrition
5 sections
Chapter 3: Physical Care Skills — Vital Signs, Body Mechanics & Restorative Care
7 sections
Chapter 4: Psychosocial Care, Mental Health & Special Populations
6 sections
Chapter 5: Infection Control, Safety & Emergency Procedures
5 sections
Nebraska CNA Exam Details
Nebraska Certified Nursing Assistant
Administered by Nebraska DHHS Licensure Unit (state-approved exams given by DHHS-approved testing providers)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Nebraska DHHS Licensure Unit (state-approved exams given by DHHS-approved testing providers) content outline
Personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing), basic nursing skills (vital signs, positioning, transfers, ROM), restorative care (mobility, assistive devices)
Emotional and mental health needs, dementia and Alzheimer's care, cultural and spiritual needs, developmental needs
Communication (verbal, non-verbal, therapeutic), resident rights (privacy, dignity, informed consent), legal/ethical behavior, scope of practice, mandatory reporting
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What's Next After the Nebraska CNA?
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