WA State Future CNA with a question

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Hello,:redpinkhe

I was wondering if anyone from the King County/Seattle aera can tell me how easy it is to find a job as a CNA and what the average pay is. I have been doing some research online, but would prefer a answer from someone in the field in my area. I also would like to know if becoming a CNA is necessary for entrance into a nursing school in WA. I would love to hear of the pros and cons of going the CNA to RN route.

Thank you for your time:D

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Specializes in ICU, ER, Hemodialysis.

I am not in your area, so I can not comment on your requirements; however, as an RN that worked as a CNA, I would like to say, IMHO, there are no cons and only pros to going from CNA to RN. You will understand the workload of the CNA. You will know how to provide basic care before entering nursing school. You can learn which areas interest you, what you like and dislike about the floor you are assigned to, etc..

And welcome to allnurses!!!!

Sincerely,

Jay

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Specializes in Critical Care, Hospice and Palliative Care.

Hi MoyCoy and welcome to AllNurses.com! I am a pre-nursing student in the Olympia area, but I can tell you that there are plenty of opportunities for CNAs in my area. I will be taking my CNA course through a nursing home next month and therefore be given the opportunity to work within that facility upon completion of the course. The pay out here seems to range from $9-11/hr, but I think you should start to look at job listings in the Seattle area to get a more definitive idea of the range. If you are going to apply to an Associates Degree in Nursing, some of the community colleges require CNA prior to entry in their program. Some will even give you extra points on your application for being a CNA, as it is preferred, but not a requirement for entry into their program. I do not believe the BSN Universities consider this a prerequisite. I agree with jb2u- it will definitely give you a head start in nursing school because you'll know the basics and be comfortable interacting with patients. I don't know if you are already a CNA, but here is the state's website to find CNA training facilities:

http://www.aasa.dshs.wa.gov/professional/nat/search.asp

Good luck!

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Hi MoyCoy and welcome to AllNurses.com! I am a pre-nursing student in the Olympia area, but I can tell you that there are plenty of opportunities for CNAs in my area. I will be taking my CNA course through a nursing home next month and therefore be given the opportunity to work within that facility upon completion of the course. The pay out here seems to range from $9-11/hr, but I think you should start to look at job listings in the Seattle area to get a more definitive idea of the range. If you are going to apply to an Associates Degree in Nursing, some of the community colleges require CNA prior to entry in their program. Some will even give you extra points on your application for being a CNA, as it is preferred, but not a requirement for entry into their program. I do not believe the BSN Universities consider this a prerequisite. I agree with jb2u- it will definitely give you a head start in nursing school because you'll know the basics and be comfortable interacting with patients. I don't know if you are already a CNA, but here is the state's website to find CNA training facilities:

http://www.aasa.dshs.wa.gov/professional/nat/search.asp

Good luck!

Thank You SOOOOO much! I do have one more silly question......

Are you nervous about doing your pre-reqs and jumping through all the hoops and not getting into a program. Have you heard anyone who has tried for years to get into a program-even though they were highly qualified? Just wondering:bugeyes:

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" Have you heard anyone who has tried for years to get into a program-even though they were highly qualified? Just wondering"

hi , i just got accepted into nursing program ..i think as long as you a good academic record and met all the prerequisites you can easily get into the program ....coz all colleges have different prerequisites i would recommend you to check with the colleges you want to apply about their prerequisites ...i think it's much easier to get into LPN program than RN and also LPN has less prerequisites and after completing your LPN you can apply for RN and can easily get into the program ...

what college are you planning to apply for admission for RN?

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Hi MoyCoy and welcome to AllNurses.com! I am a pre-nursing student in the Olympia area, but I can tell you that there are plenty of opportunities for CNAs in my area. I will be taking my CNA course through a nursing home next month and therefore be given the opportunity to work within that facility upon completion of the course. The pay out here seems to range from $9-11/hr, but I think you should start to look at job listings in the Seattle area to get a more definitive idea of the range. If you are going to apply to an Associates Degree in Nursing, some of the community colleges require CNA prior to entry in their program. Some will even give you extra points on your application for being a CNA, as it is preferred, but not a requirement for entry into their program. I do not believe the BSN Universities consider this a prerequisite. I agree with jb2u- it will definitely give you a head start in nursing school because you'll know the basics and be comfortable interacting with patients. I don't know if you are already a CNA, but here is the state's website to find CNA training facilities

HI I was interested in what nursing home you found that offers CNA training. I also live in the olympia area and have been searching for a place that offers CNA training for a reasonable price !!!!! ~Thanks

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