NkkiGrrl28

Hi bradycardic! I took my exam in Berkeley adult school. I passed the written by going over a CNA test prep book, which had practice tests. Go over that stuff over and over. As for the skills exam, I memorized the indirect care steps (wash hands, check patient's ID and greet patient by name, introduce self, provide for privacy, lock the bed, make sure patient is properly aligned, etc.). I made a list of every possible skill they might want us to demonstrate, and I watched demos of the skills on youtube. You never know which skill they'll test you on, so review as many of the youtube CNA skill examples as you can. They're a quick way to remind yourself how to do skills you've forgotten about. I watched demos on every single skill I listed, and that made me feel so prepared and gave me a lot of confidence when I did the skills test. So I HIGHLY recommend watching a demo of each skill. GOOD LUCK! You'll do great!!!!

Beeptime - Oh wow! I know I will be scared shi%less too! I like your advice about using the internet to find out reviews from employees and fam. I imagine that there are a lot of shady nursing homes out there, and that's my worst nightmare! I want to go somewhere that treats its residents (and healthcare workers!) with some dignity and respect. I hope that's not too much to hope for... Thank you so much for responding!

Wow--thank you so much, Brook! Your advice is really helpful because I had been worrying about questionable agencies being an issue.

I am a freshly minted CNA in the Bay Area, CA. I am not sure what is the best strategy for finding work as a CNA. I am hoping that some of you kind souls would have some advice to share with me!!! - Should I just call random hospitals and ask if they have any CNA positions available? - Should I have a resume and cover letter ready? - Some CNA positions in indeed.com want someone with one year of experience. Since I have just become a CNA, I don't have this. Because of this, should I just take any position I find just for the experience? - Is there a directory for available CNA positions in the Bay Area somewhere? Or a website? - I am currently taking an EMT class (until May), so I would only be available Thursdays-Sundays. Do you know if this will hinder me (not being able to work full time yet)? Any advice or comments would be greatly appreciate! Thank you so much!!!!!