I am a 27 year old male trying to get into RN school. To try to get an extra point, I went to the local vo-tech and got my CNA liscense.
I have a few months till the spring semester starts(knock on wood I get in) so I though I would go ahead and get a CNA job at one of the local hospitals(Oklahoma City) to get some experience, start my benefits(Insurance, etc.), and make some extra cash.
Well, it's been two weeks, I have applied to all the major local hospitals, AND NOBODY WILL EVEN CALL ME BACK!!!!!
I don't understand this at all. I'm a student trying to work my way up, all I want is a job. I am definetely the type of person that would stick with the company that gave me my first job.
But heck, I can't even talk to a live person. Are these hospitals looking for experience? I mean, how much experience do you need to be a CNA. We all have to start somewhere.
Comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
dude, you can get a cna job ANYWHERE you want...ANYWHERE.
Shortbus,
Congrats on passing your NCLEX.
I applied to Integris, Mercy, Mercy heart, and OU med center. It has been to weeks. Nothing.
Go back there and/or call them. I know here, at St. Mary's and Bass, you can walk in there right now and they'll hire you on the spot pretty much. Btw, looks like it's gonna come down to my Boys beating up on your Soonies again to keep them out of the Sugar Bowl
. Poor sooners....
Well, you guys have our number, but you better worry about K-State first.
About the CNA thing, I think the most frustrating thing is that I haven't been able to talk to anyone.
It's all automated, fill out an Application, then we might call you.
You would think a major hospital would go out of its way to hire a future nursing student. I WANT to work for the same hospital for a long time. I WANT to earn experience and work my way up.
I'm not looking for a hand out, or money for school, I just want a job.
I hate being a grown up.
It depends on where you want to work. Most Nursing Homes are always hiring, home health companies also hire as well as hospices. If you got your home health certification while in CNA classes, you should not have any problems. Also, if you are already accepted to nursing school, that can be a marketing tool. Some hospitals will hire you as a nurse aide, nurse tech and will even assist with finances if you agree to work for them as a nurse upon graduation. Good Luck in your classes.
UPDATE.....
I finally got a call back and interview for Integris. Looks like I will be working at Southwest Med. Which is great for me.
Looks like I overeacted again.
cool. try not to get fired on your day off
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"cool. try not to get fired on your day off ."
Okay, I guess that went over my head.
sorry, I thought you'd get it. From "Friday". Craig gets fired on his day off. Young and male and you haven't seen Friday?
Hah! My bad, that totally went over my head!
I love that movie.
The Best Thing To Do Is Call Them Back. The person that gives them the most attention wins. It's a delicate balance of letting them know you want the job, and being close to gently harrassing them. Be Blessed!
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Hay guys,
Now that i know how to get a CNA job i was wondering what is there usual base pay?
Thanks,
Bframe.
base pay.... not much I'd rather change an empty bed in a hotel the one with someone in it for the same pay.
CNA jobs are not hard to find, but good CNA's are in the area I am in. I have never worked with a worse bunch of "people" in my life. They are abusive, neglegent, and pretty much thugs. They come to this nursing home simply because there are no drug tests or backround testing. The poor elderly people who depend on them for their every move are at the mercy of animals. Several of the nurses have been to administration about this and we get little to no response. This is how desperately CNA's are needed. SO..once you get your job, no matter how frustrating your days can be...remember, this person COULD be your Mom, and you should treat them in the manner you'd expect your loved one to be treated. PLEEASE!!!! Good luck...me[font=Arial]Text[/f]<font color="red">Text</font>
That's why there should be more incentive to get good people. Around here there is on the job training class. I think the hospital and home health have pretty good CNA's but there is big turnover in the nursing homes. There are good ones out there who really care for their patients but as you said few and far between. Lots of work for little money, thanks etc.
Hi, I have been a nurse for quite some time. I worked for a hospital for 8 years, but before I worked at Providence I worked at a nursing home for two years and believe me a nursing home will prepare you for anything. And... what i do know for a fact is, most hospitals require an employee to have at least one year of nursing home experience.So try working with are loving elderly folks and so how you like Nursing.
Aaron C. wrote:dude, you can get a cna job ANYWHERE you want...ANYWHERE.
Yes you can get a cna job where ever but can you find a good paying cna job who wants to work for pennies and no appreciation
SuperNurse4U wrote:Hi, I have been a nurse for quite some time. I worked for a hospital for 8 years, but before I worked at Providence I worked at a nursing home for two years and believe me a nursing home will prepare you for anything. And... what i do know for a fact is, most hospitals require an employee to have at least one year of nursing home experience.So try working with are loving elderly folks and so how you like Nursing.
yes you are correct i'm a cna pursuing my nursing degree and this is a cold world
GOOD CNA's ARE HARD TO FIND; AND NURSES REALLY APPRECIATE THEM!!
It would be nice if we could help with your wages; the good news is if you are going to nursing school, there is a light at the end of the tunnel!!:luck:
Whiskeytown, I can't speak for Oklahoma City but here in Jacksonville Florida I know someone who recently passed her CNA exam and has not been able to find a job with a hospital. Nursing homes have offered her a job but no hospitals. Maybe they want more experience and not just a certification. Don't know.
same thing here in Houston, you need one years experience, if any other CNA's are coming up with this problem seek out home health, not as hectic and depressing for the same amount of pay.
I am wondering where you are with your nursing?
whiskeytown wrote:I am a 27 year old male trying to get into RN school. To try to get an extra point, I went to the local vo-tech and got my CNA liscense.
I have a few months till the spring semester starts(knock on wood I get in) so I though I would go ahead and get a CNA job at one of the local hospitals(Oklahoma City) to get some experience, start my benefits(Insurance, etc.), and make some extra cash.
Well, it's been two weeks, I have applied to all the major local hospitals, AND NOBODY WILL EVEN CALL ME BACK!!!!!
I don't understand this at all. I'm a student trying to work my way up, all I want is a job. I am definetely the type of person that would stick with the company that gave me my first job.
But heck, I can't even talk to a live person. Are these hospitals looking for experience? I mean, how much experience do you need to be a CNA. We all have to start somewhere.
Comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Hey i think you will have to have at least 6months to a year of experiance. I know its confusing but you will have to probably go to a nursing home or go to home health aid. I am 18 and I'm going to take my boards exam on Wednesday and i already work in a nursing home as a housekeeper but also i am nursing intent.. hope my info helps!!!:rolleyes:
I havn't been working as a CNA for long but I've found that nursing homes hire more than anywhere else and you get paid more there too. There could be a big difference between where you are and where I am too though.
I've been trying for a year to get a job as a CNA, medical assistant, or Pharmacy tech since I have training in all three. MY problem is I have little to no work experience. Most places want work experience before they hire you, but how can a person get work experience if no one will hire you?
Hey there im in bronx new york trying to find a CNA Job can someone help me?
CNA jobs a very easy to find and are secure jobs but, good ones on the other hand are almost non existent. Go to nursing homes. They stink but they are their. The people you take care of warm your heart but the job itself sucks.
