### Question
How does the law define nurse aide?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395i*, **nurse aide** is defined as:

> any individual providing nursing or nursing-related services to residents in a skilled nursing facility, but does not include an individual—


(i) who is a licensed health professional (as defined in subparagraph (G)) or a registered dietician, or


(ii) who volunteers to provide such services without monetary compensation

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395i*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part A-Hospital Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

