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Jun 23, 2009 04:18 AM

is this as impossible as it seems?

by hwalls

hey guys, i'm an experienced LTC CNA wanting to find employment at a hospital. It seems to be impossible! Any suggestions?!


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No. 1
from mimib
Old Jun 25, 2009, 07:51 PM

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Check back frequently to see what jobs open up. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects the full scope of what you've done at other jobs.

Good Luck!
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from ohiogyrl
Old Jun 25, 2009, 08:27 PM

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Be willing to work third shift. I just applied...only one month experience in an LTC and got a call back for an interview.
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from chickapea
Old Jun 25, 2009, 08:42 PM

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Just keep at it, you'll get there... good luck!
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from mimib
Old Jun 25, 2009, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ohiogyrl View Post
Be willing to work third shift. I just applied...only one month experience in an LTC and got a call back for an interview.
That is true. A lot of CNA jobs at the hospital do start you on third shift. I guess that shift has a high turnover rate.


Good Luck at your interview ohiogyrl!
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from wifey08
Old Jun 26, 2009, 04:52 PM

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How about more school/training?
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Old Jun 27, 2009, 06:44 PM

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Most hospitals have there own training program. Even if you are State Tested you will still have to go through the hospital training program. As the work in a hospital setting is sooooooo much diff then working in a LTC.... Also, some hospital have there own training program for those who are not STNA/CNA. However, going through a hopsital training does not give you the ability to go work in a LTCF becuase you are not considered a STNA/CNA working in a hospital setting.
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Old Jul 15, 2009, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mimib View Post
That is true. A lot of CNA jobs at the hospital do start you on third shift. I guess that shift has a high turnover rate.


Good Luck at your interview ohiogyrl!

How funny, this is the shift I would perfer. Working durring the day wouldn't be good for me at all! I hope it's the same way in California!!

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