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I have no choice but to work. With this Economy and the unstable job my husband has...I need to do something. I am currently working full time in the hotel business. I can't study in my down time anymore, they would rather me surf the net. i am getting sick of this place and really think being in the medical field would help my schooling...at least there they would care about what I am trying to accomplish! If i did not have to work, I wouldn't. Work often gets in the way. We have to support our kids though!
It likely depends on your state and then also how your local hospitals define the role.
Where I live, PCT programs have training for NA duties, phlebotomy and EKG. The completion of the course allows one to sit for NA, phlebotomy and EKG exams and obtain certifications. Hospitals hire those possessing the certifications; those without them usually seem to have many years work experience.
Though I've heard others say hospitals will train a CNA for phlebotomy and EKG, I haven't seen that here myself. Of hospitals which hire CNAs, there are separate phlebotomists and EKG techs. Of those who hire PCTs, the duties are enmeshed.
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zoffy1231
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I am wanting to get into the nursing field now...What are my options? I know I can challenge the CNA exam,but I really do not want to be a CNA. I would really like to work in a hospital. At rotations, I met a PCT. How do I become one of those? Do I have to be a CNA first like she was or can I challenge that as well since I am far advanced from that? Thanks!