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As others have noted there are times when a person is listed as a two assist and in actuality the are a one assist. The facility does it to cover their butts. Or in the past they had an issue that bumped them up to a 2 assist and then it was never DC...

I currently work HH and when I took the job I made it perfectly clear with my employer that I do not cook, clean the house or other domestic tasks. I will only do what is required of me in the performance of my duties as a CNA. That is not to say I w...

You know youre a CNA when; You have the day off and you go shopping and as soon as you get there you reach down to adjust the gatebelt around your waist and panic when it isn't there. You go out to dinner at a nice sitdown restaurant with you SO and...

Like Juliaann posted; put in apps all over the place. Not every facility is like that. I had to walk away from my last facility because I was not even allowed to take 5 minutes to take a restroom break. I now work in home health. Less hours and money...

I say go for it. I decided at the ripe old age of 47 to become a CNA. The best decision I have ever made. I love it. I am now in the process of applying to a school to get my LPN then plan to bridge into my RN. And to top it off I am male. The only m...

***warning MALE CNA*** hehe just had to add that. I started right out of CNA class at a county owned facility. That did not go well so I left. I then moved to a facility that had a great reputation in the area to work for. Things started well but wen...

Man what a night I just had. First off I am a male CNA working at a LTC facility. The only male working on my shift. For the last two nights I have had a bear of a time with the LPN assigned to my hall. For some reason unknown to me she has a burr i...

I tried that route to no avail. When I asked to speak with her she said no and then proceeded to lock herself in the med room. I think I will just have to drop the discrimination and hostile work environment bombs and see if that can bring about an ...

You can come to my facility anytime . I am a CNA and would welcome you with open arms. I would have shown you all you needed to know. just keep in mind it does get easier as you go and gain more confidence. Keep at it. Oh and by the way; :mnnnrsn...

Just wanted to post an update. I know I have been out of the loop forever now so an update is in order. About a month ago I had to have an orchiectomy left side. I have since developed complications that I am dealing with. My incision is still bleedi...

I just have to blow off some steam here so..... I have been working as a CNA for the past 2 weeks. I work at a county facility. I am scheduled to take my test on the 10th of Jan and right now plan on canceling the test appointment. Last friday we got...

Another update is in oder. I quit that job today. I tried my best but could not put up with it any longer. Here are my reasons; 1. On mechanical and 2 assists getting help is difficult. I understand we are all busy and I am not asking them to drop w...

I went today to take my state test and FAILED. I blew it on ted hose and Peri care. I passed the written with flying colors. I know there is no excuse but I think life might have had a hand in my failure as my mind was not really in it. I worked last...

I think another update is in order. I feel things have finally clicked for me. I have been able to get my work done on time and completely. It feels good to be able to do that. My residents are so great. They do have their moments though. One in par...

Well tonight was a total 180. We had our normal crew on tonight and things went great. Everyone worked together. The two girls that gave me a major headache on Thurs were not there. Thank GOD hehe. I have been told by everyone that the work is hard. ...

After a really bad day I had the most exciting thing happen. In my travels today I saw a poster for free CNA training. Needless to say I beat feet over to the place on the poster. I spoke with the LOL there and am now enrolled in the class. I just ha...

I was able to get a job as a CNA. Read post here; https://allnurses.com/forums/f265/rant-270223.html

I did all that you suggested prior to applying to any jobs. Had great letters from my instructors but to no avail. I think it boils down to my age. I can't say for certain that it is my age but that is the feeling I am getting. I am 46 so employers m...

I know about having troubles too. I had to jump thru many hoops to get into CNA school. The main problem is that I am out of options here. Moving is not an option. I have applied to EVERY facility here and none of them will hire me. I wish I had mor...

Well another update; I graduated last Friday and have this week been putting in applications. I am so frustrated now. I have decided that I will nolonger be pursuing a nursing career. I have had one interview which I felt went good. But today was tol...

Here is what I am going to be using. A tad pricey but the cool factor for me outweighs that. Plus you can't beat the light up wheels. http://www.zuca.com/

Take a deep breath and keep in mind tomorrow is another day. We all have bad days and you just had one. Get some sleep and tomorrow will be better. You have allot on your plate right now with school and family which is going to be a distraction. Migh...

Thanks everyone!!!

Well I am now officially a Nursing Assistant. I am so happy. I can now start to do what I love. Only a few more steps to go till I am an RN-BSN. The first of which is adding a C to the NA.

I graduate from my CNA program today. My biggest surprise so far is how much I enjoy it. I knew I would like it but the enjoyment has really surprised me. I actually have fun caring and interacting with the residents. I want to get a job at our hospi...