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As a new CNA it is very unlikely that you will be able to find any CNA position in a hospital. They are usually in high demand and most often want 6 months of long term care....there is a small chance that there is a huge demand for CNA's in your area in which case your chances are somewhat better.
PRN in a nursing home is possible. You have a better chance at finding work "as needed" at a home care agency which will allow you to choose your shifts as you want.
aname
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I am becoming a CNA in a few months and am wondering what types of jobs I have a chance of getting after I get my certification. This is in California if that matters.
I am getting my CNA certification because I am considering going to school to be an RN someday, and I have read that being a CNA can (somewhat) give you an idea of what being a nurse is like. I don't want to go back to school only to find out that I don't like being an RN!
I am currently working full time as a software engineer and have no plans to quit my job. How easy will it be to get PRN work right after I get my certification? I have been looking at job postings in the area and not all of them require prior experience, but I want to know what the likelihood of securing a PRN position with no experience is. Also, what is the likelihood I would be able to get this job in a hospital vs. long term care facility?