subject: 5 Ways To Help You Look For A Job As A Certified Nursing Assistant [print this page] According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nursing assistant is one of the most in demand careers in the health care industry. But finding a job as a nursing aide can still be elusive. Employers favor individuals with experience, formal education and specific skills. Hence, for recent graduates of a nursing aide training program, it would be difficult for them to find a job in this field. They need to work as a volunteer first to gather experience.
Different ways on how to find a job as a certified nursing assistant
Enquire at the career center where you have obtained your CNA education. If you have taken your training classes in a vocational school, you can visit its career center and inquire about job openings they know of. They have dedicated programs to help their graduates in finding a job right after graduation. They have lists of local employers that can offer you a job in this field. You can also talk to your school's nursing counselor to offer you advice as to how you can improve your job search.
Make friends with nurses. Nurses can help you find a position because they know the inner workings of their department. They may know of a job opening for nursing aides on their own floor and they can refer you to their human resource department. They also have friends with other nurses working on other floors and they can recommend you to their supervisors if they need CNAs.
Search online. You should not underestimate the power of online job search. There are various online portals that offer directories and ads allowing you to easily find a job as a nursing aide.
Visit hospitals. Some of the positions in this field are not advertised. You may need to inquire directly to the hospital you want to work. The director of such hospital may have an open position or may offer you a position to relieve an existing staff. If there is no current opening available, you can leave your file or resume with them so they can contact you when there is a position available.
Talk to your family and friends. Your friends may know of someone who needs the services of a certified nursing assistant. So reach out to your friends and family members. They can recommend you to a certain institution where it needs someone to take care of the elderly. They may also have a network of friends who can also help you find a job in this field. Even if they do not work in the health care industry, they can provide you with useful leads.
These are just some of the ways you can do to increase your job search success. Be patient when finding a job as a CNA. Make sure that you have a resume that will impress your potential employer.
