Can CNAs work one 12h shift a week?

[LindseyPar]

I am a nursing student interested in working as a CNA. I would only like to work one (12 hour) shift a week so that I can devote most of my time to my classes. Is this possible for hospitals to work CNAs only one shift per week? Or, what is the usual work schedule for CNAs who are nursing students?

[Ddestiny, BSN, RN]

When I was in LPN school I worked every other weekend. Granted this was in an Assisted Living facility and I had already worked there FT before school so it was a fairly easy transition. Some places like taking in nursing students because they hope that they'll come to work for them as nurses. The hospital calls CNAs with a certain amount of nursing school experience (at least one semester, maybe? Honestly not sure) "Student Nurse Aides" and pays them a little more than the other CNAs. You might look out for positions like that. Since they understand you're in school they might be more open to working around your schedule. But also remember that because you only have one day per week to offer them, you're probably going to have to work an undesirable shift... weekends, nights, etc. On the other hand, those shifts usually come with a shift differential so you'll get more $$ for your time.

[ItsThatJenGirl, CNA]

I got a job as a nurse extern, which is a PRN position. We're required to work two shifts per month. Right now I'm working 3-4 shifts per week because it's summer and I love money. :)

[caliotter3]

LTC and assisted living facilities are more likely to accommodate someone who only wants to work one shift a week.

[iseeincolor]

A nursing home is your best option. I am currently in my 3rd semester of a LPN program. I am a CNA. I work PRN, which means I get to decide when I want to work. I am only required to work one 8 hour shift per week. I only work night shift (11PM-7AM) as it is the easiest shift and I make more on nights. The nursing homes in my area are so desperate for CNA's.

[shabish, CNA]

I started off working Friday nights at an assisted nursing facility, 6p-6a. I am up to 2 nights now but can go back to 1 night if I choose. So perhaps try nursing homes or assisted facilities if the hospital route is too competitive.