Medeina

Don't let it get to you! My second day as a CNA a resident complained that I was too slow and then requested somebody else to take care of her. When I told the person in charge she told me the resident is always like that and to tell her that I'm new and had to learn. If the person in charge made a face like she was annoyed with the patient she probably already has difficulties with that patient and doesn't blame you. Don't take it personally.

Thought I'd update that my first day went great! I was a little scared of dressing the residents because I didn't want to tear their skin! Gonna try to be more proactive tomorrow, today was just observe observe observe.

I just got my first job as an STNA and I start soon. I work the day shift. I'm very nervous about my first day and that I'll make too many mistakes! I thought hearing other people's stories about their first day might help me calm down some.