Job alternatives to CNA- needed desperately??!!

[justkaren]

I've read everyone's posts on being a cna and its pretty much what I thought. I have a year before I start a nursing program while I finish pre-reqs. I need a way to support myself desperately that I can find at night and weekends. I'd like to work in a heathcare setting of some kind but I honestly think I would not last as a cna. It has me down- makes me think maybe I am not cut out for nursing either. Also money for me is extremely tight right now. I have my classes to pay for and am not working and the red cross class for cna is $1000 plus all the test costs, uniform etc on top. I am just wondering if it makes sense to spend the last of my savings for a job I will hate and that I will hvae to work at for a month to make back the money spent. I really need to find a job now- without having to put money out or wait several months. Are there any "civilian jobs" in hospitals anyone knows of???

thanks

[susanna]

Does anyone know any books/guides to read in order to become a Unit Secretary? Are they the same books as tthe guides for the medical assistants?