Should i become a cna?!
Question:
Should i become a cna?
the community college has a grant for the program and it might be a good start for me, but, don't know much about cna's please tell me valuable info? thanks.
Answers:
It depends on how much you like patient care. About 80% of CNA's work in geriatrics in the assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Your duties will include taking vital signs and documenting them, moving patients periodically,changing adult diapers and clothing,assisting the patients with bathing and eating, and looking out for the comfort and hygeine of the patient. You may assist the patient with taking medications under the direction of a nurse or physician. You may also be required to do minor administration or secretarial duties such as answer phones, document messages, patient record filing, etc. The pay is around 10 dollars an hour. Its a good introduction to nursing care, and okay for a start if that is what you are looking for. It is demanding and challenging work, and it takes a person with very good people skills. I hope this information helps you.