FutureNurse965

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1. How long was your CNA training?

   FutureNurse965 replied to Veronicax's topic in CNA/MA

   I'm taking my CNA class through a high school career center, so it's an entire school year long. We attend class and go to clinicals for ~2 1/2 hours a day.

2. CNA Job at 17??

   FutureNurse965 replied to ami.625's topic in CNA/MA

   I just turned 17 and will be getting my cert at 17 as well. My teacher said I might be able to be hired at some LTCs, but it might be more difficult for me until I turn 18 because of limitations like not being able to use the mechanical lift. Good lu...

3. 16 year old CNA...

   FutureNurse965 replied to HemOncAspire's topic in CNA/MA

   I also have a late birthday I'm 16 and currently enrolled in a CNA course. I think our state has changed their regulations, as you used to have to be 17 to take your state boards. I haven't run into any problems yet though with my course and there a...

4. Does anyone here actually like being a CNA?

   FutureNurse965 replied to Veronicax's topic in CNA/MA

   It just depends on where you work as to pay. LTCs just in my county range anywhere from $11-15 starting out.

5. What to expect from clinicals?

   FutureNurse965 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I am a senior in high school about to start CNA classes and I'm curious as to what I should expect for clinicals. Any other tips would be appreciated as well :) I'm aware that it's so much more than just helping elderly people out of bed, feeding the...