Alternative CNA Jobs? San Diego, CA

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Hi, my name is Jason, and I am about to complete CNA training in San Diego. I am also undergoing the application process for LVN training at Grossmont HOC, and recently did fairly well on my TEAS exam.

Anyways, I was just wondering about different jobs a CNA can do besides nursing homes, for example Jails, Prisons, Psych Wards, etc.. I would like to look into all of the options and if anyone knows of any specific facilities in San Diego I might be interested in, your input is greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance for your answers.

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Hi Jason,

Congrats on becoming a CNA and on working towards your LVN license!

I finished my CNA training this past fall, but have worked for a private in home client for the past year.

I highly recommend putting your "feelers" out there, and spreading the word to family and friends that you are interested in a caregiver/home health position. You'd be surprised how many people are desperate to find someone to help care for a loved one, or for themselves.

Places like Craigslist and agencies are areas to avoid. I found my job through a friend connection, and it is the best job I have ever had. I work part time, and have full benefits. My pay rate is far above average, and some days I don't even feel like I'm at "work."

Long story short, you don't necessarily need a CNA license to find a fantastic health care related job. I'm glad I finished my CNA training this fall, as it's now allowed me to begin an LVN program this summer.

Best of luck to you!

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Before becoming an RN I worked as a dialysis PCT. It is hard work, but you learn so much and you really get to know your patients. Now that I am an RN I miss getting to know your patients. I feel like I rush around throwing meds at them and if they do try to chat I have to try to get away (which I hate doing) because I just don't have time to chat. Dialysis is hard work, but they have excellent training and you learn a lot of skills.

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What do you do that the pay rate is better than CNA?

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