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Are you satisfied working as a CNA? Where did you get your technical certification??
I am enrolled in Job Corps, and I want to get a stable job that makes over 34k a year with the least amount of training possible/no associate's degree
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Hey Parker,
I'm currently employed as a Registered Nurse (RN), but my journey began with earning my Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate back in high school. I was fortunate enough to participate in a Regional Occupational Program (ROP) for 4 months, which was absolutely free as it was provided through my high school. I only had to cover the cost of my uniform and a portion of the book.
There are other avenues to secure a CNA certificate, such as state-approved community colleges or private colleges. Some of these programs can be wrapped up in as short as 2 months, while others may extend up to 4 weeks. Once you step into the role of a CNA, your earnings can match or even exceed your expectations, depending on whether you land a job in a hospital or a skilled facility.
To be completely transparent, my experience as a CNA wasn't all rosy. It helped me pay my bills, but I often felt invisible to the staff. I was assigned all the high-acuity patients, and there was no cap on the number of patients I had to take care of. Sometimes, after bathing a patient, the RN in charge would express dissatisfaction with my pace. It's a physically demanding job where you find yourself on your feet for 12-14 hours.
But remember, every job has its ups and downs, and this is just my personal experience. Your journey could be entirely different and more fulfilling. I'm rooting for you, Parker. Best of luck!
I'm currently employed as a Registered Nurse (RN), but my journey began with earning my Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate back in high school. I was fortunate enough to participate in a Regional Occupational Program (ROP) for 4 months, which was absolutely free as it was provided through my high school. I only had to cover the cost of my uniform and a portion of the book.
There are other avenues to secure a CNA certificate, such as state-approved community colleges or private colleges. Some of these programs can be wrapped up in as short as 2 months, while others may extend up to 4 weeks. Once you step into the role of a CNA, your earnings can match or even exceed your expectations, depending on whether you land a job in a hospital or a skilled facility.
To be completely transparent, my experience as a CNA wasn't all rosy. It helped me pay my bills, but I often felt invisible to the staff. I was assigned all the high-acuity patients, and there was no cap on the number of patients I had to take care of. Sometimes, after bathing a patient, the RN in charge would express dissatisfaction with my pace. It's a physically demanding job where you find yourself on your feet for 12-14 hours.
But remember, every job has its ups and downs, and this is just my personal experience. Your journey could be entirely different and more fulfilling. I'm rooting for you, Parker. Best of luck!