Is it time to move on???

iTyrizzle87 · Jun 23, 2014

I would say so! If you're looking to move on from CNA to an LPN/LVN, a job with flexibility is important. Especially considering that clinical hours usually begin earlier than lectures in the classroom.

vintagemother, BSN, CNA, LVN, RN · Jun 23, 2014

I don't know if it's time to move on. There's some BS in every job I've worked in health care (CNA and LVN)

But to be honest, I quit quite a few jobs. In hind sight, I'm not sure if I should have as I watched others persevere in difficult environments.

Then again, im not really good at knowing when enough is enough, KWIM?

I will tell you this: I ended up staying at a certain CNA job for nearly 2 years because the place was clean, had adequate supplies, cordial coworkers and they treated the patients and me well.

*BUT* I made only a little above minimum wage: $9-$10/hr to be exact. (I was over 30 with 3 kids so this was hardly any money) But I liked my work environment and felt like I could provide quality care.

hookyarnandblanket · Jun 23, 2014

Are there red flags in particular that right away makes you feel as if you should start looking for a new job? For me it's inflexible scheduling, rude management, and never having enough supplies that are essential to the job (trash bags, gloves)

Based on what you described, yes, those are red flags for moving on. I left a good paying (for my area) job because the management couldn't manage, the CNAs were lazy, rude, and sometimes downright abusive yet nothing was done to them but those of us who followed the rules got punished, and because of all that, they failed state inspection twice. If you dread going to work, or work is causing you anxiety (like it was for me), it's time to move on.

vintagemother, BSN, CNA, LVN, RN · Jun 24, 2014

. If you dread going to work, or work is causing you anxiety (like it was for me), it's time to move on.

Yes! Your mental well being is of the utmost importance! I agree!!

AspiringLPN2014 · Jun 24, 2014

CNAs were lazy, rude, and sometimes downright abusive yet nothing was done to them

This is what's really making me question if I should stay at this facility or not. I wouldn't call myself a weak person but I don't do well with conflict and I feel as though bullying isn't something I should have to deal with at a nursing home or anywhere for that matter. The only things that are keeping me there are the pay and the residents.

hookyarnandblanket · Jun 24, 2014

I have pretty thick skin when it comes to insults. Most of these girls were in their early 20s, had skewed priorities, and absolutely no respect for authority. They didn't really mess with me; I kept to myself and did my job. I loved my residents and the pay was good, but ultimately, it was making me a bitter, angry, and miserable person. I make less money now, I'm getting help for my anxiety, and I'm appreciated at my current job. I feel bad knowing what is probably happening to the residents at my old job, but I occasionally see one of them when they come through the hospital where I work.

smmctowelie69 · Jun 29, 2014

I agree u should move on. However, I see most of these places are the same. Its mostly an upper management problem. I have stayed in the same place for six years and no raise for three. I stay because of the residents too.