How long can you placed on suspension pending an investigation.

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I'm a CNA, I just got to work on a Monday morning, after serving breakfast on my hall. I went straight to give showers on to be called by my HR and be told I had to be put on suspension pending an investigation. A resident reported that I slapped him and pushed him around. I told the HR I have no idea of what the resident was talking about. It's been one week since I left work without any call from my HR or administration. What should I do?

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Unfortunately, other than checking in with HR for an update, there just isn't much you can do. They will probably be tight lipped with info when you call them as well. I would be cautious and start looking for new jobs though. The longer the suspension stretches out, the less promising the outcome.

I'm so sorry you are going thru this.

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You should operate on the assumption you will be terminated and look for a new job.

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I'm a CNA, I just got to work on a Monday morning, after serving breakfast on my hall. I went straight to give showers on to be called by my HR and be told I had to be put on suspension pending an investigation. A resident reported that I slapped him and pushed him around. I told the HR I have no idea of what the resident was talking about. It's been one week since I left work without any call from my HR or administration. What should I do?

You can be on suspension for as long as your facility's policy states you can.

Have you tried calling your immediate boss to ask about your status?

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Some places have unions for their CNAs. If you're a union member, check with your union representative for info.

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