Would you hire me??

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So I haven't had a job in almost 3 yrs. The first 2 yrs I was babysitting, it paid better than any job I qualified for at the time plus after a little over a yr of babysitting I got pregnant so I figured I mine as well stay with it instead of getting a real job just so I could quit when it came time to have my son, then for the past yr I have been a stay at home mom. Now I am ready to start my nursing career, which I will be starting as a CNA after I finish my class then I will go from there to be an LPN to an RN. Anyways. . .my question is, would you hire me? even though I have been out of the work field for a while how hard will it be getting a CNA job after I take the course, will it be harder since I haven't had a "real" job in a while.

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Specializes in Hospital Education Coordinator.

I would hire you as a CNA. The past is not as significant as the fact you have goals and are working towards meeting them.

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Specializes in Derm/Wound Care/OP Surgery/LTC.

I would absolutely hire you! I've been out of the workforce as an LPN for the past year. Opted to stay home, get some personal issues in order and be a full time grandmother. No one is going to fault you for that. You obviously have a very caring personality and people trust their children with you. That's a big thing nowadays!

And, don't refer to staying at home with your son not being a "real job". Actually, stay at home mommies work VERY hard. Good for you for spending that first year with your baby. I am sure you will be welcomed somewhere as a CNA with open arms!

Good luck!

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babysitting and child care ARE REAl jobs!

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babysitting and child care ARE REAl jobs!

I know they real jobs you dont have to tell me that . . .I ment that Im not employed by anyone and I dont get a check and everything that comes along with being in the work field

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Specializes in Med/surg, home health, ICU, PCU, Cardio.

I have run into quite a few nurses who have taken time off to care for family or deal with personal matters. It has not effected their ability to get a job, I don't think it will yours either. Best of luck!! :nuke:

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I would absolutely hire you! I've been out of the workforce as an LPN for the past year. Opted to stay home, get some personal issues in order and be a full time grandmother. No one is going to fault you for that. You obviously have a very caring personality and people trust their children with you. That's a big thing nowadays!

And, don't refer to staying at home with your son not being a "real job". Actually, stay at home mommies work VERY hard. Good for you for spending that first year with your baby. I am sure you will be welcomed somewhere as a CNA with open arms!

Good luck!

Thank you for your input, I guess I never really thought of it the way you all are looking at it, besides the fact that it is a real job, and a hard one at that.

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sorry adruiz01, I was not trying to "tell" you anything, but to convey that babysitting is a job as is childcare.

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Specializes in 12 years exp in corporate healthcare.

Yes! Why not??!!..at least you're trying to get back in the game and better yourself for you and your family :wink2:...you've got nothing to lose! :up:

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sorry adruiz01, I was not trying to "tell" you anything, but to convey that babysitting is a job as is childcare.

No its fine, just figured I would correct myself, dont want to offend anyone. Any SAHM would know that it is a hard job but also a very rewarding one at that :heartbeat

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Specializes in Maternal - Child Health.

The CNA is an entry-level healthcare job. Applicants are not usually expected to have extensive experience in any field when they apply for their first CNA job.

That said, babysitting is an excellent precursor to working as a CNA. You have had the opportunity to develop satisfying long-term relationships with your charges and their parents. You have demonstrated dependability, responsibility and good judgement in maintaining the safety of others, willingness to work hard during a long shift, creativity in maintaining a stimulating environment while meeting the developmental needs of the children, understanding of good nutrition and hygiene, etc.

These are all excellent qualities in a CNA. Ask your former clients to serve as references for you.

Good luck!

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Specializes in LTC, geriatric, psych, rehab.

Yes, I'd hire you. But I know what you mean about the "real job". I took a year off after having my 5th baby. Went to the grocery store, and wrote a check. The clerk asked for my work number. I said I stayed home, but I could give her my husband's work number. She looked shocked..."you mean you don't work, like at a real job?" I said, "Do you see all these children. They are mine, so yes I work, and work very hard. I just don't get a paycheck for it." I was irritated.

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