Volunteer or CNA

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Hi! I’m currently taking pre-reqs while working full time. I’m taking Chemistry now. Is it best for ABSN to volunteer or have CNA experience. I think I can do patient experience during the weekend. 

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I vote for CNA. You don’t get to do as much when you’re a volunteer. As a CNA you get to do direct patient care and learn skills that you will use as a registered nurse. And it really helps keep the end goal in mind. 
 

I was a volunteer in a hospital for 4 months and then after that I’ve been a Medical Assistant for 6 months while going to school. 

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