In order to work as a CNA you have to be a very caring and thoughtful
individual. This can probably be applied to any nursing role, though
perhaps more so as a Certified Nursing Assistant due to the amount of
interaction that you will experience with the patient.
Once you have completed the six to twelve week course to become a CNA,
you are then in a position to start looking for work as newly qualified
nursing assistant. One of the aims of the CNA programs is that they
prepare you well for the reality of becoming a nursing aide and, in
truth, these courses do provide you with a good grounding to then go on
into employment as a CNA.
The same rules apply as to finding another job. Before you begin your
search, first look to get your CV up to date with you full range of
qualifications and all the necessary details. This is imperative to show
you are eager to find work and portray the image of a organised
individual. Once this has been done, then you are able to move into the
next phase of the search.
Begin by visiting local care providers. This is primarily hospitals and
care homes, though also keep an eye on the classified ads for those
individuals in need of an assistant. Your qualification will stand you
apart from other candidates and could be a big factor in getting the
work.
