TheLastStone Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 So, for those that have been keeping up with me know that I have my EMT cert and I have 1.5 years left of school, and I will be taking the GRE in August. Someone brought up to me how if I had my CNA cert I could get into the hospital. I did a little research of my own today and that person was certainly right. I could work part time as a er tech, patient care tech or as a CNA on different nurses services. I was curious what y'all's thoughts were with me doing the 14-16 hour course load a semester (11 credits next summer) if I should consider working even part time or just wait until I'm done with school and pick up with that ems agency to log my hours? I feel like working a part time would be do-able, considering all I'd probably do is vitals and monitor the patient, change our some stuff here and there.. and I may be able to find a weekend gig. With that being said, all of my classes that I need to finish are all upper bio and chem classes, so that is something to take into account. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UGoLong Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 Only you know what it will take to insure you get the grades you need. That is your highest priority. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
needmorecoffee Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 I took a CNA course and work in the cardiovascular icu part time while going to school full time. Outside of regular CNA duties like bathing, feeding and toileting, I get to learn about myriad cardiac drugs, procedures, and pathologies. I've been able to assist PAs putting in chest tubes, central lines, and radial art lines. I get to learn about ECMO and how to read ekg's. I even get to float to the neurotrauma icu and medical/surgical icu sometimes. Needless to say I love my job! What's great about hospital work is that it's usually 12 hour shifts, so I can work two shifts a week during the semester and still be able to pay my bills while maintaining my GPA. I'd say it's definitely something to consider! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artichoke Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 I would have to agree with UGoLong. Grades first. I took physiology, genetics, stats, and another bio and chem class last year all in the same semester while working full-time. I did very well but all I was doing was work and school. I definitely felt burnt out at times and even got pneumonia at one point, but I managed. Remember to take care of yourself too and find time to decompress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALC0313 Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 When I was an undergrad I got a "prn' job as a CNA working 8 hour shifts. I would usually go to morning classes and then do the 3pm-8pm shift once or twice a week, or on the weekends. I didn't get any benefits and sometimes there weren't shifts to pick up but overall it was a great way to get in some hours while finishing undergrad. So rather than committing to a certain amount of hours with a part time position you could look for a prn job and work when you want, or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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