Any Red flags for a LTC NOT to tak the JOB

casi, ASN, RN · Jul 3, 2008

Eyeball the facility a little when you stop in to pick-up application/drop-off application/interview and see what kind of mood the staff and residents are in. If staff and residents are happy there's a chance that it's going to be someplace good to work.

Atheos · Jul 3, 2008

Biggest red flag = Urine/Ammonia Smell :lol:

SaraO'Hara · Jul 5, 2008

Do the majority of the residents look well-groomed or unkempt? Are there call bells on for long periods of time?

Long Term Care Columnist / Guide · Jul 5, 2008

Talk to the staff about what they like and don't like about working there. Also try to find out what the turnover rate is..........if a facility is constantly running ads in the paper, it's usually NOT a good sign.

rph3664 · Jul 5, 2008

Talk to the staff about what they like and don't like about working there. Also try to find out what the turnover rate is..........if a facility is constantly running ads in the paper, it's usually NOT a good sign.

That's true no matter what kind of facility it is - whether LTC, insurance company, factory, etc.

PianoGirl20 · Jul 5, 2008

In addition to what's already been said, I'd say that, if possible, it would be good to know how often the facility is short-staffed. And moreover, when it is short-staffed and you're potentially taking care of this increased # of pts., is it truly possible to finish your duties in an acceptable/timely manner? Of course it would be good to find some experienced aides to ask about this. Maybe if/when you've already gotten a couple of job offers you could also ask the DON (or whoever is hiring you) about the pt./CNA ratio.

Hope this helps :-)

Tiffanysmom · Jul 7, 2008

I would also like to add that, if you ask the interviewer what the aide to resident ratio is and they don't give a direct answer......RUN! :no: :banghead: That was one experience for me, anyhow. Good luck on your search !

EmergencyMedicine · Sep 17, 2008

I was wondering if you CNA's with a lot of experience had any "suggestions" (warnings) for those of us searching for jobs that would make you choose not to work in a certain enviroment?.............................
Thanks!

Hey if you live in IL Chicagoland area and near subburbs i can tell you where to work and where not to, ive seen the insides of these places in and out. Iv'e transported all their code blues and mistakes right into the back of my ambulance.

other than that good luck.

AprilRNhere · Sep 17, 2008

Look up their last state inspection online. Take into consideration though that most states EVERY facility with have deficiencies- just look to see what they are.

Tippy-ta-ta · Sep 22, 2008

When you tour the facility look around and see if they supply you with all the equipment needed to do the job properly. I onve worked at LTC where you never knew if you were going to have gloves that shift or depends pants. Ask to look at there linen closet and if they tell you that you are responsible for washing those linens on your shift it's probably not a good place to work. (owrked at one where i did that too, owner felt it was cheaper for us to wash the linens ourselves)

nursebevann1962 · Jul 14, 2012

I was wondering if you CNA's with a lot of experience had any "suggestions" (warnings) for those of us searching for jobs that would make you choose not to work in a certain enviroment? Not specifically stating which facilities are bad to work at, but more like, but for example a 30 patient : 1 CNA ratio (this is just an example)
I am currently looking for my first CNA job, and I have come across so many places hiring and thought it would be helpful for some tips...
Thanks!

I worked in a LTCF which on the some nights it was 2 LPNs to care for over 100 residents and then 6-8 cna's. I did that for 2 weeks and i had to bail out!