Free training aims to fast-track new certified nurse aides into workforce

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Experts estimate Hawaii needs about 3,000 more nurses to meet its current healthcare demands — and not enough are entering the workforce.

A new scholarship program that launched this year aims to fill the growing requests for certified nurse aides (CNA) across Oahu, especially on the west side and north shore.

Mia Agustin of Ewa Beach was one of seven graduates from the first group. She says caregiving is part of her culture…

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