Job Hunting

[Serendipia]

Hello all!

I am finishing up my last week of clinicals and am doing some job searching. As a new CNA grad, I know that I will likely be working in LTC to get started. I am doing my class/clinicals in an absolutely WONDERFUL establishment, and I would love to work there. However, there are 9 students and two open positions. I have applied for them, but am facing the reality that I may not get the job.:crying2:Therefore, I am looking into other places to submit applications. I have heard some horror stories ( as with almost everywhere in LTC, unfortunately!). I would like to know what a place is like/what to expect in terms of environment before I begin applying to work in any facility.

My question is: Do you think it is too much to ask to get a tour of the facility before I apply? I know that I cannot completely tell, but a lot can be observed by just walking around. I was also looking into Oregon State Hospital positions, but have heard it's completely different, and not in a good way. However, I would like to experience for myself. I do not want to be a CNA who bounces around all.the.time....I guess I like routine.

I want to learn what fields I like and which ones I would like to stay away from = )

Any and all advice would be very much appreciated!

Thank you!

-L.

[caliotter3]

I see no reason why you can't ask for a short tour. How you are received will also tell you a lot about the facility and the people who work there.

[rosey2007cna]

You could also show up unannounced and take a tour for yourself. That is what I would do if I were you. If they know you are coming then they will be on good behavior so to speak.