Getting a hospital job

[Codeda]

So it's difficult to get a Job in a hospital. Has anyone gone a non traditional route to get their foot in the door? I have a friend that is working housekeeping and they said that after 6 months she can transfer to a tech position and they would help her transfer( she has no CNA experience just got certified). That just seems tough to me. We started looking for jobs at the same time so I know that is hard to find something but I don't know if would have gone this route. What do you guys think? Have you worked in a different area just to get a foot in?

[daimere]

Mmhmm, I know that sort of thing is done, but there IS a possibility that you would never get that promotion/transfer.

Another thing you could do is volunteer at the hospital (if you have time). When volunteering, makei t known that you'd love a CNA position there when one opened up. It's not guaranteed, but if you had been volunteering there and doing well, at least they'd already be looking at you in a favorable light.

Honestly I think a lot of it is just luck. If you happen to apply at a time they need someone, your odds are better. But, mostly, hospitals tend to want experience, so the best route for you might be to work in LTC or assisted living for a while and reapplying at the hospital once you have some experience under your belt.

I just contacted one of the local hospitals to see if I could volunteer. That is a great idea. Thanks. I figure it will at least help me get a good reference and help me with becoming more people friendly. :)

[yousoldtheworld]

No problem! Working in a hospital will give you great experience, even as a volunteer. I hope it goes well for you.