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Is it possible???

I've been a teacher for 30 years; have my Master's Degree but have always wanted to work in a hospital setting with patients so I'm thinking about getting my CNA.

Is it possible to get hired as a CNA in a hospital without any experience other than the clinical experience in the CNA course?

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    No. You must be certified by your state. Going into the test without formal training would be highly discouraged. In my experience, most hospitals want at least a year of experience. The work in LTC is often not like the work in a hospital. I would never have been able to keep up with the amount and quality of work I have to do in the hospital if I had not first worked in LTC. It taught me how to keep pace and work efficiently.

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    Yes. Yes you can. Might not be easy depending on where you live, but it is possible. I passed my test September 2012 and was employed at a hospital 10/12. So glad. I have zero interest in LTC.

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    Yes. Yes you can. Might not be easy depending on where you live but it is possible. I passed my test September 2012 and was employed at a hospital 10/12. So glad. I have zero interest in LTC.[/quote']

    Thanks jasonj880 that's encouraging! Can I ask what floor you got hired on?

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    Yes, I was hired at a large hospital with no experience. Go for it! Even if you tried it out part time first, just to see if you like it.

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    ANYTHING is possible. :yes:

    Sending positive vibes on your job search! :up:

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