Don't do it. You will learn it in nursing school. Being a CNA is not like being a nurse. I actually think there are disadvantages to doing it. This was the advice given to me by a nursing instructor before I started nursing school. I have a great relationship with patients and all team members I work with and I wasn't a CNA first. I have plenty of empathy for CNA's and the work they do, and help them out in any way I can- as they usually do for me. You have alot on your plate allready. Good luck in nursing school. RN for 16 years.