2 job offers debating each

Lacymom · Oct 16, 2012

One shld be PT 24 hrs one week 29 the 2nd. Set days to work. If I can't work I have to get my own replacement. It's 3rd shift. Most of the residents take care of themselves w just reminders, they only have 13total care. Residents between 2cnas and every1 helps if they r short staffed. It's automatic fire if u don't get a replacement and don't come in. At night there is only the 2 CNAs and they have to make sure everyone in the building is ok in addition to the ones they care for. Seemed ideal w going to school PT and mom duties at home. However the times I have been in, seems like they don't run things well or someone else needs asking before I can get an answer.
I also got a call bout a 3rd shift position. pT. they are organized w the physical and TB testing, orientation and hoyer lifting usage (other facility has one but never uses it. I would also
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Care of 13 patients plus taking care of a wing w 2 other CNAs. I thought the first job was ideal w all that I have on my plate but beginning to wonder if I should go w the 2nd job as they seem to be managed better. I'm a brand new CNA either would my first job....any advice? Thank you.

vintagemother, BSN, CNA, LVN, RN · Oct 16, 2012

I think you'll be putting up with some disorganization no matter where you work. Perhaps the bad stuff was better hidden at the 2nd place. I don't believe in rose colored glasses no matter where you work, especially as a CNA in LTC. I think many of the challenges will be universal. I would more so consider the helpfulness and involvement of admin, like who do you go to with problems and more importantly, what is their philosophy and how do their actions support that philosophy? I say, take the job that works best with your personal needs, as neither employer is likely to be extremely different from the other.

Lacymom · Oct 19, 2012

I think you'll be putting up with some disorganization no matter where you work. Perhaps the bad stuff was better hidden at the 2nd place. I don't believe in rose colored glasses no matter where you work, especially as a CNA in LTC. I think many of the challenges will be universal. I would more so consider the helpfulness and involvement of admin, like who do you go to with problems and more importantly, what is their philosophy and how do their actions support that philosophy? I say, take the job that works best with your personal needs, as neither employer is likely to be extremely different from the other.

This is true. Found out kst nite, 3rd shift cleans kitchen, dining room, bathrooms at night. Not quite what I expected to be doing as a c a. It is at an assisted living facility. Leaning towards calling the other place. Might be more physical but I'd be doing more of what I was trained to do. Thank you for responding.

vintagemother, BSN, CNA, LVN, RN · Oct 19, 2012

Oh, what we do that we never thought we'd be doing as a CNA. I'm thinking working as a nurse will be a similar experience.Congrats on the new job(s)!