New job opportunity, thoughts?

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So, here's the story:

I'm 20 years old and I'm going to be challenging the CNA exam in the next few weeks after my father gets out of the hospital and settles at home. Recently, I spoke to a woman who said that she'd be willing to hire me as a CNA without certification, as long as I showed drive and dedication, and proceeded to take and pass the exam when I can. So of course, I say sure! The man I'd be caring for is middle-aged, was in a car accident and has some brain damage and is slightly paralyzed on his left side. He needs full care at the moment, and I'd only be working part-time, which I'm fine with because I'd still be learning! His financial caretaker said that his HMO plan sends him different nurses and CNAs all the time, and he just wants somebody that he recognizes and can bond with over time, so he has some support and can feel less embarrassed. She said that anything I didn't know how to do I can be trained on, but what made me the happiest to hear is when she said that to herself and her client, the biggest thing was the will to learn, not experience. So it sounds like a pretty perfect set up for me to start as a CNA. Not to mention, starting at $9.00/hr, so not too shabby!

Think this could be a good learning situation? Thoughts, opinions, and comments please! :D

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