Failed out nursing program, can still apply for PCT job?

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Unfortunately i failed out of a BSN program but i am looking to go back in to perhaps an ADN program and work my way back to attain the bachelor's degree. I am confident that i will become a nurse and will be the best nurse i can be someday. I want to gain more experience as a PCT. My question is that if i failed out of a nursing program, would looking for a PCT position be out of the question until i get in another program?

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Specializes in Med-surg, ER, agency, rehab, oc health..

It isn't out of the question... However many areas such as "student nurse" pct jobs will not look at your application. Now some hospitals don't even require a CNA liscense to be a PCT. Those you could still get into and your nursing credits may help you. Either way best of luck in your ambitions!

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Specializes in neurology, cardiology, ED.

It has been my observation that PCT positions are open to anyone with a willingness to work weekends and a strong back.

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As long as you meet the requirements set forth in the job listing, you should have no problem getting a job as a PCT, CNA, HHA, or unlicensed caregiver. Just do what you have to do, such as obtain a CNA certificate, in order to meet the requirements. They will not hold your failed BSN education against you (or should not).

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Specializes in Pediatrics.

One of the CNAs that I work with failed out of his nursing program, didn't stop him from being hired, as he had his CNA certificate

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Specializes in Med-Surg.

I'm not sure how it is for other states, but where I'm at, you can take the test to be a CNA afternyour first semester of a Fundamentals class without taking a CNA course. Then, you'd get a better chance of being hired with a certification and in the end, when you do become a nurse, your experience will help you a lot when you are looking for jobs! Good luck !

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Thanks for the comments everyone. I will definitely look into getting the CNA certification first.

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