Should I work as an NA while in school?

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I'm currently taking some first year nursing courses while I wait from my program (Sept. 2005). I'm working part-time as an Administrative Assistant and commuting 40 min. to my job (different town). I also work from home as a freelance writer.

Here's my situation ...

I have the opportunity to apply for a Nurse Attendant position at LTC facility in my home town. This will mean a 15 min. commute, less guaranteed hours (15.5 vs. 22.5), and a $1 decrease in pay.

Here's my question ...

Would I be crazy to switch jobs? I think the experience would be valuable and maybe I could keep some shifts when I start the nursing program full-time. I'm hoping that I could take an extra shift here or there to make up some of the lost hours/wages.

What is your opinion? Thank you!

...You sound like a very caring individual...and they will be lucky to have you.....

... and you sound like the boss I hope to have! Thanks for all the advice:) ! I will take the resume in personally on Monday. I'll let you know how it goes.

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Well I dropped of my resume today. As far as first impressions go, I think I made a positive one. She said that she's hiring for a couple positions very soon and I'll probably hear from her. Now all I have to do is wait and pray!

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Well I dropped of my resume today. As far as first impressions go, I think I made a positive one. She said that she's hiring for a couple positions very soon and I'll probably hear from her. Now all I have to do is wait and pray!

Good going Heather!! I knew you could do it!! I am sure you will hear from her. I will say a prayer as well.....

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Good going Heather!! I knew you could do it!! I am sure you will hear from her. I will say a prayer as well.....

Karen, When should I inquire about the status of my application? The job posting closes on Wed. Should I inquire in person or by phone? I appreciate your thoughts on this.:)

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well im technicaly not a nurse but a cna ive worked in the field of human services for26years and currently at the same job for 15 years taking care of developmentaly disabled adults and home health for 6 years while working my other job so im sure i qualify as a nurse per say

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Welcome Icicle!!

Heather...if it is close by..I would stop in personally...a face to put with the resume. If not...call and ask to speak to the person you saw the other day..remind her who you are..and that you were just checking back to see if any decisions had been made. Good luck!! :)

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have you heard anything yet?

I have an interview next week for a NA position and I am quite excited about it!

Hope you get it!

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have you heard anything yet?

I have an interview next week for a NA position and I am quite excited about it!

Hope you get it!

No I haven't heard anything yet. The posting closes today. I'm going to take Karen's advice and check back with the supervisor on Friday. Good luck to you too! Do you have experience? Are you a nursing student yet?

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Cardiac.

The last semester of nursing school I was a tech and can't tell you how valuable that was to me. So even if you don't take it now, I would definately look for a tech/cna job towards the end to get a little more hands on.

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The last semester of nursing school I was a tech and can't tell you how valuable that was to me. So even if you don't take it now, I would definately look for a tech/cna job towards the end to get a little more hands on.

Thanks Tweety! I really appreciate your advice. Even if I don't land this position I'll apply again after my 1st year.

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