animal1953

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1. Thinking about going to Nursing School, should I be a CNA first??

   animal1953 replied to mariecandela1985's topic in CNA/MA

   I don't know where most of you are looking for jobs but here in Florida, CNA in a hospital setting is almost impossible. I have been looking constantly since May and only had 2 interviews. Everyone keeps using the mantra - experience needed, 1 - 2 ye...

2. Florida CNA law changes 2013?

   animal1953 replied to f_nurse2b16's topic in Florida

   I am a CNA and a CPT. In my CNA class we have a 98%pass rate with the 2% having to deal with records issues before they can take the test. This is at a private school, not a state sponsored school. My Phlebotomy class passed with 100% and as far as I...

3. Personally Handing Out Resumes

   animal1953 replied to IKnowYouRider's topic in Job Hunt

   I've also taken this approach and have found I get more interviews. HR is overwhelmed with apps and sometimes your app may not get to the manager of that unit your are applying to. I tend to follow up every 2 weeks or so to keep my name fresh. If the...

4. Repeat applications for same position?

   animal1953 replied to MommyandRN's topic in Job Hunt

   I have applied for the same position before. I look to see when the position was reposted and look for changes in the position (FT, PT, PRN ect). I am still looking and have started a new approach by finding out who the manager is for the unit. I've ...

5. Who do I contact when applying for a job?

   animal1953 replied to kaela_v's topic in Job Hunt

   By finding out the managers name for the unit (radiology transport) I applied to just to get my foot in the door, I have an interview on Monday. It's a per deim position but its better than sitting on my rear and getting nowhere. I agree with not dro...

6. Who do I contact when applying for a job?

   animal1953 replied to kaela_v's topic in Job Hunt

   I an a fairly recent CNA and Phlebotomy grad. After numerous contacts with HR and being told that I lack the clinical experience (how do you get it without working, hospital or LTC) I applied for a position as a radiology transport staff. When my wif...

7. How long did it take you to find a CNA job?

   animal1953 replied to annairb90's topic in CNA/MA

   As a follow up, i had my interview today and it went really well. Had to put on a jump suit and hair cover for a tour of the OR. This position is for a PCT in the OR. The interviewer was very excited and seemed glad that I was there to interview. Met...

8. How long did it take you to find a CNA job?

   animal1953 replied to annairb90's topic in CNA/MA

   I'm still looking and I graduated in May and got my license (FL) in June. Still haven't got work yet but I have a interview as a PCT in the OR on Monday.

9. CNAs working in corrections

   animal1953 replied to IdianaCNA1993's topic in CNA/MA

   Walla Walla would scare the "urine" out of most people. I worked there for 2 years as a guard many moons ago. I was there during the riots happened and I know a lot of seasoned guards were scared stool-less. You mom has more guts than me. Good on her...

10. Got license but unable to get job

    animal1953 replied to Russianrn's topic in Job Hunt

    I'm in the same situation but as a CNA. I've applied at numerous hospitals and LTC in my area and nothing. I've had one interview and didn't get the position. I really need the work, even part-time, as we're living on her SSD. And I have no interest ...

11. The 'De-Skilling' Of Nursing

    animal1953 replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure if I'll go one to get my LPN because the hospitals are phasing them out here in Florida (at least where I live). Because of my age, 58, I haven't made up my mind yet. I think you miss understood my comment about"coaching" a patient havin...

12. The 'De-Skilling' Of Nursing

    animal1953 replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    I am a new CNA. While I am still looking for my first job, I have aquired skills over the last 10 years while caring for my wife after her stroke. I learned critical skills in observation in the years since the stroke. I can look at her and tell if s...

13. Nurse and CNA/PCT teamwork! Opinions?

    animal1953 replied to panjia's topic in Relations

    I just graduated and recently got licensed as a CNA. I'm awaiting word on an interview at a local hospital and still filling out applications. The other student sounds sort of elitist in that response. The CNA/PCT are the eyes and ears of the RN. We ...

14. just got an offer!! got many questions though..

    animal1953 replied to dann023's topic in New Nurse

    First of all, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! :yelclap::w00t: Your first meeting with HR will be to fill out paperwork, U/A (if required) and other administration stuff. You should be told your wage and whether there is an increase after orientation or the nor...

15. First CNA job interview. What should I expect?

    animal1953 replied to ilovebama3687's topic in CNA/MA

    I just had my first interview for a position at my local hospital. The interview was mostly a get to know you and asked questions like what experience have you had and what made you decided to get into nursing. I was a little nervous but I know the h...