Advice for a new CNA relocating...

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Good morning. I am a 20 year old male that will soon acquire his CNA certificate. I currently live in East Texas. I have lived here all my life, and frankly, Im sick of it. I would like to move to another state. Ive thought about moving out towards Colorado, North Carolina or anywhere else that is pretty laid back.

I am well aware of the average low wages CNAs make. I do plan on rooming with others, or finding other frugal and alternative housing options. I live very simple, and am not plagued by an insatiable appetite for material possessions.

I do plan on becoming an LVN or RN eventually, by taking a bridge program. But until then, I would really like to relocate.

I could do my lvn in the fall of 2011, but time is of the essence. As morbid as it may sound, life can end anytime. I would rather live now, and go on an adventure by moving somewhere else and soaking in my new home while saving for future advancement.

Does this sound reasonable? Is it possible?

Thanks.

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I would highly recommend finding a school that you want to attend for your LVN or RN and then move to that state.

By the time you are ready to start the program you would get in state tuition.

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Did you ever consider New Mexico? If you move to Albuquerque and establish residency, you can attend Central New Mexico Community college RN program for free!! I'm attending Santa Fe Community College RN program right now myself. The tuition here is cheap and everyone is fairly friendly.

If you want to work while considering school options, I could hook u up with a job through one of the agencies here in town that will staff you at area hospitals or nursing homes, depending on your interest and experience.

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There are lots of positions available for CNAs in North Carolina. My unit has hired at least six since March, probably more.

Come on out to the East Coast! It's beautiful out here.

In the Charlotte area, there are tons of schools, so you'll be able to work and go to school, no problem.

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There are lots of positions available for CNAs in North Carolina. My unit has hired at least six since March, probably more.

Come on out to the East Coast! It's beautiful out here.

In the Charlotte area, there are tons of schools, so you'll be able to work and go to school, no problem.

sorry to hijack a thread,,BUT Im in charlotte and Im happy to hear good hiring things about CNA"S

I had originally thought of Pharmacy tech as a bridge to pay for nursing school...But through advice,,,it seems CNA may be better

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Did you ever consider New Mexico? If you move to Albuquerque and establish residency, you can attend Central New Mexico Community college RN program for free!! I'm attending Santa Fe Community College RN program right now myself. The tuition here is cheap and everyone is fairly friendly.

If you want to work while considering school options, I could hook u up with a job through one of the agencies here in town that will staff you at area hospitals or nursing homes, depending on your interest and experience.

No way! Free education to become an RN? Ill look into that asap. Do you know off hand if there are any special requirements. How long do you have to be a New Mexico resident in order to be eligible?

Funny thing, in my city, I am considered out of district for every community college in town. I end up paying twice as much as in district. The kicker is, people considered out of state only pay about $300 more than out of district for 15 credit hours.

Also, in regards to North Carolina, I have heard overall, they treat and pay CNAs poorly. Maybe its different.

To the person who mentioned they lived in Charlotte, are the good rumors you hear related to CNAs employed in nursing homes, or hospitals?

Thanks for the replies, too.

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Bumpin.

I am really gravitating towards relocating to Colorado. The place has that rugged and eccentric vibe Texas has, but better climate.

Anyone have inside knowledge about CNA jobs in Colorado?

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