CNA-Alyssa

personally im a nursing assistant that is a bit obese, Its NOT about the looks, its about the quality of that employee, If they are a bomb ass worker, PROPS, If they are lazy and they give more work to others, thennnn thats a different story, THEN and ONLY then should they be labled as setting a bad example. Im a bomb ass worker, but im a lil fluffy, my weight doesnt interfier with my job, and if anything working as a nursing aide has made me healthier! I used to be one of those lazy employees, but as a nursing aide i LOVE my job and if anything comes up guess what im there doing what needs done, it keeps me on my toes and keeps me from being bored!

With gas prices going crazy like they are, i would suggest going to the one closest to you, however make it VERY clear to everyone you are there to work, not play! This isnt Greys anatomy people!! IF (god forbid) something was to happen, report it IMMEDIATLY!!! Its your decision but the better paying and closer one would be my choice!

I'm working off a CNA salary, it's rough, I am using state assistance BUT some places you can live off just the straight salary, I'm currently making 8.75 through an agency so I guess it just depends on where you go. Best wishes to you!

hunnie, even though i do feel sorry for you and your daily verbal troubles while you work you must stop and think, majority of these residents grew up in a time when whites and blacks were NOT equal under any circumstance, not only that but even if they werent, many people do not believe blacks and whites SHOULD be equal, your going to come across that no matter if your working with elders in a nursing home or walking down the street. verbal harassment is everywhere, im sure you have had your slurs to other races too, nobody is innocent in that deparment, However if you love nursing at all you will keep it up no matter what life throws at you. Best of luck whatever you decide