Questions About Shadowing a CNA

Thanks for all your pointers! This will be very helpful to me to say the least!!

CNA Sam, yes, this is shadowing before I begin a class. It's good to know I can basically help with anything that is, of course, allowed within the facility, care plan, etc. I did get a couple pairs of comfortable shoes too, so I'm ready to go!

Trillcat, that's great advice to also ask the PT or OT crews if they need help when I'm not shadowing the CNA - or that it's alright to ask the nurse if she/he needs anything. My clincals will be in an LTC, but I'm guessing that the advice you gave can be applied to any environment. Also, that is a great pointer you gave about just being a good observer as well!

MissBrittanyRN, thanks for the "good luck"! It really helps to know that you appreciated when the CNA asked if you needed any help, even if the CNA wasn't allowed to do certain tasks for liability reasons. It's also good to know that offering to help is a sign of being a teamplayer, so I will be certain to ask questions when I'm not clear on something.

I appreciate all of this very valuable advice from all of you, and will be certain to put it into play. This is so helpful to say the least! Thanks again!!