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So, I've been trying to land a job in a hospital for a few months now, was advised to get my CNA certification, which I did, but it hasn't helped much.
I've been applying to PCT/CNA positions, but I keep getting feedback that I need experience. I'm not too keen on working in a nursing home (& not even sure that would be considered clinical experience) & I don't really know what my options are. I guess I should've investigated a bit more, but the HR department from the well-known local children's hospital made it seem like getting my CNA would get me in the door, but still no luck.
Recently, I posted my CV to a job board & got a call from a recruiter to work as a DSP/CNA at a nonprofit organization for the developmentally disabled. The interview went great & I could really see myself working at this place long-term. My question is...& I hate to be "that guy"...but would this count as anything or would I then need to then translate my experience here into an eventual job in a hospital? If it makes any difference, I do have an interest in working with this population.
Thanks for any insight!
I've been applying to PCT/CNA positions, but I keep getting feedback that I need experience. I'm not too keen on working in a nursing home (& not even sure that would be considered clinical experience) & I don't really know what my options are. I guess I should've investigated a bit more, but the HR department from the well-known local children's hospital made it seem like getting my CNA would get me in the door, but still no luck.
Recently, I posted my CV to a job board & got a call from a recruiter to work as a DSP/CNA at a nonprofit organization for the developmentally disabled. The interview went great & I could really see myself working at this place long-term. My question is...& I hate to be "that guy"...but would this count as anything or would I then need to then translate my experience here into an eventual job in a hospital? If it makes any difference, I do have an interest in working with this population.
Thanks for any insight!