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I don't know where most of you are looking for jobs but here in Florida, CNA in a hospital setting is almost impossible. I have been looking constantly since May and only had 2 interviews. Everyone keeps using the mantra - experience needed, 1 - 2 ye...

I am a CNA and a CPT. In my CNA class we have a 98%pass rate with the 2% having to deal with records issues before they can take the test. This is at a private school, not a state sponsored school. My Phlebotomy class passed with 100% and as far as I...

I've also taken this approach and have found I get more interviews. HR is overwhelmed with apps and sometimes your app may not get to the manager of that unit your are applying to. I tend to follow up every 2 weeks or so to keep my name fresh. If the...

I have applied for the same position before. I look to see when the position was reposted and look for changes in the position (FT, PT, PRN ect). I am still looking and have started a new approach by finding out who the manager is for the unit. I've ...

By finding out the managers name for the unit (radiology transport) I applied to just to get my foot in the door, I have an interview on Monday. It's a per deim position but its better than sitting on my rear and getting nowhere. I agree with not dro...

I an a fairly recent CNA and Phlebotomy grad. After numerous contacts with HR and being told that I lack the clinical experience (how do you get it without working, hospital or LTC) I applied for a position as a radiology transport staff. When my wif...

As a follow up, i had my interview today and it went really well. Had to put on a jump suit and hair cover for a tour of the OR. This position is for a PCT in the OR. The interviewer was very excited and seemed glad that I was there to interview. Met...

I'm still looking and I graduated in May and got my license (FL) in June. Still haven't got work yet but I have a interview as a PCT in the OR on Monday.

Walla Walla would scare the "urine" out of most people. I worked there for 2 years as a guard many moons ago. I was there during the riots happened and I know a lot of seasoned guards were scared stool-less. You mom has more guts than me. Good on her...

I'm in the same situation but as a CNA. I've applied at numerous hospitals and LTC in my area and nothing. I've had one interview and didn't get the position. I really need the work, even part-time, as we're living on her SSD. And I have no interest ...

I'm not sure if I'll go one to get my LPN because the hospitals are phasing them out here in Florida (at least where I live). Because of my age, 58, I haven't made up my mind yet. I think you miss understood my comment about"coaching" a patient havin...

I am a new CNA. While I am still looking for my first job, I have aquired skills over the last 10 years while caring for my wife after her stroke. I learned critical skills in observation in the years since the stroke. I can look at her and tell if s...

I just graduated and recently got licensed as a CNA. I'm awaiting word on an interview at a local hospital and still filling out applications. The other student sounds sort of elitist in that response. The CNA/PCT are the eyes and ears of the RN. We ...

First of all, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! :yelclap::w00t: Your first meeting with HR will be to fill out paperwork, U/A (if required) and other administration stuff. You should be told your wage and whether there is an increase after orientation or the nor...

I just had my first interview for a position at my local hospital. The interview was mostly a get to know you and asked questions like what experience have you had and what made you decided to get into nursing. I was a little nervous but I know the h...

Amen, The Commuter, Amen!!!

When my wife had a hemorrhagic stroke and was in NICU, I was amazed and impressed at the total professionalism and willingness to explain what was going on and why. I was really impressed that when I came on the floor to visit, the team made themselv...

I'm in kinda the same situation. I got a call from a hospital I applied to and they scheduled me for an interview. The day before, I got a call saying that the recruiter had a family emergency and they were postponing the interview until she got back...

I really don't have anything I can offer you. I'm in the same situation, (interview postponed because of interviewer family emergency) and all I can think to do is review what We've been taught in school. I think the biggest thing is to be observant ...

My wife is on Warfarin as treatment for post stroke. I believe that the varying dosages and to try to fine tune the medication. The clinic we go to for testing keeps detailed records on dosage and INR results. We found out that some antibiotics given...

In my job hunting, even before I got my CNA, I always went to the web site for the potential employer. On most sites they have a "career" link and you can look or search possible job openings. If there was no employer name listed, I passed on the ad....

I'd go in and give them my resignation letter and 2 weeks notice if I needed to. Go with what you want and desire.

Teh Commuter you must be reading my mind!! Get out of there, it could be hazardous to your health and sanity!!! One of the reasons I became a CNA was my wife. She has have numerous strokes and is relatively stable now. One of the by-products of her ...

I finally found this topic, saw it once before but couldn't remember where. I passed my state exam here in Florida on july14th, finally after waiting since may 5th when I graduated from school. :w00t: Now I have to wait until the 30th of July to ge...

Well done and very informative as usual. This kind of information is important to all nurses, CNA, RN, BSN, ect. As a new CNA, this information will help me with understanding the care and treatment plans needed and possible changes to watch out for....