Got a job!

[nrs2bme]

Well,

I got a call today for my first CNA job! I start Monday!

It doesn't pay a whole lot and I know it's going to be tough work BUT I'm actually very happy.... and nervous! I'm happy cause I know this is just the beginning... three years from now I'll look back on this time as the start of my "new life". You know, the life when I actually have a dream (to be a nurse) and go after it no matter how difficult it may be.

But, I'm nervous... at clinicals the most residents I was assigned to was two and someone was always around checking up on me. So PLEASE say a prayer for me.

I am also going to be working nights for the first time in my life... Anyone out there work nights in LTC? What should I expect? Does anyone have any advice for working nights at all? I really hope I'll be able to adjust... Well, its late and I just wanted to check in. I hope everyone had a nice Christmas!

Sharon

[mario_ragucci]

Well, my throat is actually welling up. As a new CNA, your body actually becomes an instrament of rightousness and power. It's the best job in the whole wide world. I love to see people proud of themselves; we feel good when we see it! Thanks!

[nrs2bme]

Mario-

You are too sweet. I should be proud huh? Not everyone is "cut out" for this... about 90% of my friends and family said "Why would you want to do that?" But to me it's like "Why not?" Who am I to think that I'm too good to do this kind of work? I want to help people... I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE !I always knew I would do something important with my life. I'm really glad that I've FINALLY figured out what it is!

Sharon:kiss

[TracyB,RN, RN]

Congrats. I am impressed that you "want to make a difference." Please don't lose that excitement & passion. being a CNA is very TOUGH. I know that 1st hand. I have a few things that absolutely drive me nuts. . . please don't wait for your residents to ask to be toileted or changed. It is usually hard to keep everyone clean & dry, but it is one of the most important things you can do, keep the sheets as wrinkle free as possible, make sure residents are repositioned often & correctly, & don't forget mouth care. You will be a prized employee if you follow that advice :) The families will love you & so will everyone else.

[hapeewendy]

I have no doubt that you are going to do a fantastic job!

I applaude you for working in a very demanding and tough area...you WILL make a huge difference

your compassion and caring combined will make you stand out from the crowd , of that I"m sure!

thanks for sharing your success with us ... and keep us posted!!!

[chemistry_chick]

Congrats on the new job! I'm sure you'll love it. And even though $$ is nice, its not everything. Remembering that has helped me a lot!

~Kacy