brunette_cna

Thank you...Also, who usually gives the interviews? The DON?

Hello, Some of you may have helped with this the last time, (here is the original thread: https://allnurses.com/cna-nursing-assistant/filling-out-applications-452764.html#post4093351) but I have one more question: For those of you that had paid caregiving experience prior to receiving your CNA certificate - Did you end up putting what you really made (as a caregiver) in the "start pay/final pay" portion of the application? I'd like to put what I was acually paid so that maybe they will start me out closer to that range, but I don't know. Or will that even matter? Isn't that why they ask for that info? Will it make a differnce in what they decide to start paying me? Many thanks for any and all responses! BN

FuzzyWuzzy ~ So did you end up putting what you really made in the "start pay/final pay" portion of the application? I'd like to put what I was acually paid so that maybe they will start me out closer to that range. Or will that even matter? Isn't that why they ask for that info? Will it make a differnce in what they decide to start paying me?

Seriously - He/she really said that? (must have missed that part) What a tool...Flat out discriminating. I agree, it's one's character, heart and a number of other things that render them capable. Age is not one of them.

@ fuzzywuzzy - Right, private duty/client. That's what I actually have on my CNA resume too. And they only will call to verify you & your services anyway right? Not like they want to know if/what you were paid. At least I would hope not. - Thanks for your reply! @ ItsTheDude - Yes, it's low pay w/ high turnover - gotcha But in order to thrive, your heart must be in it too. The pay's actually not so bad in CA. Depending on the area and especially if you have private clients. Not gonna be a CNA forever though, so I'm not too worried about it.- Thanks a lot!

sakura_k, I see...YES, it certainly does help! You've given me a much clearer perspective on what to do (write) and how to go about it. I never thought much about placing the emphasis on my interactions w/ people when referring to (non-medical) past employers. Makes a lot of sense. Thank you so much!

Sakura - That's a really good idea, having a clinical exp. section. I do list "100+ hours of clinical experience" on my resume but elaborating and getting a bit more specific would be a plus. As far as the application, what did you put for your previous employers section? Just unrelated jobs that you had before or care giving work? Not being nosey, just trying to see what I should do and what has worked for others. Many Thanks!

Thanks...So I should put my previous caregiving experience and just list it as volunteer then.(?) I agree it's better not to mention it being under the table for obvious reasons. Naturally, I doubt they would ask for under table stuff. But that's where I got my experience, (outside of CNA training) so I figured it's what I should put if I want to be considered, right? Thanks so much for your input!

I am a new CNA looking for work as well...I just have a quick question...When applying to places (SNF's, LTC's, etc..) what should I put for "previous job experience" on the application? I do have some caregiver experience that took place before & during my certification, but since it was under the table I kind of considered it "volunteer" work. Should I put that on my applications anyway?? Or just put the steady work that I did prior - admin, office work (which is unrelated, I know) Just seeking a clear answer because I will be filling out apps this week. Thanks so much in advance!

TO: ATHEOS or anyone who can help :heartbeat I am a new CNA looking for work as well...I just have a quick question...When applying to places (SNF's, LTC's, etc..) what should I put for "previous job experience" on the application? I do have some caregiver experience that took place before & during my certification, but since it was under the table I kind of considered it "volunteer" work. Should I put that on my applications anyway?? Or just put the steady work that I did prior - admin, office work (which is unrelated, I know) Just seeking a clear answer because I will be filling out apps this week. Thanks so much in advance!