MY FIRST WEEK AS A CNA | getting prepared, new scrubs & first shift

hi hi!! this vlog is about my first week in start my new job as a Certified Nursing Assistant! I have orientation/training, i received some new scrubs, and started my first shift! I'm so excited to continue my journey as a CNA. I hope you guys enjoy :) Comment down below anything you want to see on my channel!
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[@karacerv]

loved watching this as a highschooler about to get my CNA license

[@selflove428]

Congratulations 🎊

[@mollyolivas7798]

How did you get started to get your certification, was it hard, and what all does a CNA do?

[@pipermartin9317]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@mollyolivas7798for me my school had a clinical class that taught us everything we needed to know about being a pca and they gave us the test. It is a little difficult but if you know the basics you’ll pass easily. Also what a CNA/PCA does is basic living and assisting; ex: Taking vital signs, bathing them, making sure they have anything they need, help them go to the bathroom, help with hygiene care, mobility, and cleaning up around there spaces, as well as helping them eat, dress, and other things they can’t do on their own and much more.

[@kristenh.2824]

Me toooo

[@tomr6866]

@@mollyolivas7798 CNAs just clean up shit and get paid almost nothing

[@Can_1111]

I just finished a summer CNA program and getting ready to pass my state test in August. I’m going to start my LVN in spring 2024 and finish it, pass my test and go for my RN❤ Good luck to all aspiring nurses!!

[@KatelynMrsBamaIngle]

Compression socks and on clouds.. life saver for those of us that work 12/16 hours love my figs too!

[@tyraharris2090]

💯

[@annierose6556]

I’m so happy I found your channel! Finishing up a CNA program in May and🤞 I’ll be able to apply to a nursing program next spring😃. Good luck with work and school!!!

[@MaddieBednar]

awh thank you! good luck on applying to school :) you can always reach out if you have any question!!

[@paigeandcedsister]

Do you have to apply for school or can you just be a cna

[@cheylee7209]

@@paigeandcedsister I personally did the course through my local NHC

[@emileocollins4264]

Did you get through with nursing school this year?

[@emmavtv1927]

@@paigeandcedsister some hospitals will hire u with no cna license and train u on the job!

[@jaybaby4490]

I’ll be taking my act workplace test for the Cna program tomorrow. Thank you so much for this video!

[@shauntelle_09]

I'm literally having my CNA program right now and am STRESSSSSED about clinicals. Hoping this video helps shed some light on things. 🙏

[@Angelina-mw6zu]

I very much enjoyed being a PCA. Made me a better RN :)

[@AlanAvis]

Where I work, pretty much everyone hates their STNA job. All they do is complain, call off, and complain. It's quite soul crushing to be around such negativity.

[@SM12457]

The black and burgundy scrubs look amazing.

[@ladyevangeline85]

this is so helpful!!! on monday i have my orientation and im so excited to start my new career

[@majie_bby]

Currently working on becoming a CNA so excited 🥰

[@eliasiafierro6478]

I just passed state boards and I’m excited and nervous lol

[@MaddieBednar]

yay! you’re going to do great! don’t be afraid to ask questions and you’ll learn so much (:

[@andioop9129]

This made me so excited, just joined my CNA program and got my scrubs 🤭

[@lindadaly5007]

Wow! 2 weeks+ of training? That’s great. I got 2 days.

[@amysim8994]

So lucky, you get to where any colors 🥲 I can only wear gray at the hospital.

[@JayyaNicole]

I start my first CNA job after my clinical’s which is next week! Hope your journey treats you well and takes you far! The plan is to eventually attend nursing school. ❤

[@KiniaSwaby]

Your a lot like me it’s so cool. Good luck on your nursing journey.

[@AlexJoe-ve6gc]

CNA exam is very difficult to pass, I can't believe i failed after studying with so many materials😞

[@JeanneWallace]

Sometimes it doesn't matter how hard you study you also need to pray to God for success

[@OscarNwachukwu]

@ very correct

[@OscarNwachukwu]

I have a cousin who never studied much, we studied together but she gives most of her time to her phone than her studies after writing the cna exam last month she passed and i failed😢, i asked her how she did it, just found out she got help from Mr Richard 🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🫢🫢🫢🫢🫢

[@StuartStarling]

Please does anyone know who this Mr Richard is? I really need to speak with him I'm frustrated 🥺

[@CelineJonas]

Wow so sorry you failed, i have heard so much about Richard but I don't actually have his info

[@hannahholbrook597]

ah yes i remember those days…. be prepared you new cnas, this job is one hell of a job

[@over40lordylordy93]

I only wear the black pants. I work at a Nursing Home. The Alzheimer’s residents see floating heads when you wear black tops. And it freaks them out.

[@paigeandcedsister]

Wear a colored top maybe

[@amalchaouqi9223]

Why they seeing that?

[@tammybelgarde9561]

@@paigeandcedsister I do wear the black bottoms with colored tops. I gave my black tops to my friend who works in the cafeteria. 😊

[@tammybelgarde9561]

@@amalchaouqi9223 not sure. But tbere's been many studies that they do. Theres been test where they put a black towel in front of a door and the residents do not try to step over it or pass it. I couldnt believe it

[@over40lordylordy93]

@@amalchaouqi9223 something to do with the macular degenerative eye disease. In some. There’s a big study on it. Some cases they had put a black towel down in front of a residents room And the resident would not go near it.

[@VanessaGonzalez-do2hf]

I’m nervous!! It’s my second week in a two months cna program and I’m just nervous already about the skills test!!!

[@MaddieBednar]

you got it!! just practice as much as you can on a family member that helped me a lot

[@michelledupreez2709]

Hey Maddy. I stumbled onto your page. I started with practical this week; enjoyed it so much. I'd absolutely love to connect with you. Looking forward to following along on your journey.

[@FirstLast-numba1]

Okay what do you think of this plan: 1. Complete prerequisites for nursing school 2. Take (and pass) the CNA cert course 3. Get a job as a CNA 4. Apply to nursing school and pass 5. Get a job as an RN is this the order I should do things? Thanks.

[@MaddieBednar]

yeah that sounds good. you can be applying to nursing school as you are working as a CNA and then once you get into nursing school you can go to per diem if you can make it work!

[@briannafisher8001]

That’s my plan as well. I’m finishing my prereq’s this year and taking a CNA course. Going to work as a CNA and study for teas before applying

[@mattarchey9062]

Can anyone help me? I'm a 31 year old guy, I've worked construction/factory work for the past 10 years. Now, I'm going to become a CNA because I really want it, always have. I'm excited but nervous for this new field. I recently got hired at a nursing home and they're going to pay for my CNA training and hire me

[@parkave2406]

I’m in the same mindset except I’m 22 and I have only been in the trades for about a little over 2 years

[@parkave2406]

From what I can see you should be okay. Just keep researching online about your new field. It’s probably also fitting to befriend a cna or former one to ask questions.

[@Silver_paw101]

How is it going for you if I may ask?

[@mattarchey9062]

@@Silver_paw101 I never went to my training. Wasn't for me

[@Silver_paw101]

@@mattarchey9062 I see. Hope you found what was for you. I'm considering going the cna path that's why I asked. Thanks for replying anyways.

[@msladya2499]

I'm taking the cna program next month so scared..but getting myself prepared for the LPN program in September still gone have to work while in school

[@mattarchey9062]

Hi I'm starting my CNA training next week any advice?

[@89CCORTEZ]

Thank you for your video.. currently taking my cna class. P.s hello neighbor! I live in your area. I’m happy I found your channel.

[@MaddieBednar]

thank you!! hope you enjoy the videos (:

[@coraimagriffith7931]

I’m a cna (8 years) going to get my cna 2 a little nervous to work at a hospital

[@MaddieBednar]

if you worked at a long term care facility for 8 years I think you’ll enjoy working at the hospital

[@simplymeth621]

Thank you for sharing this kind of video so helpful specially for me as I do a cna job soon. God bless 😇

[@daryakovalchuk597]

hi girl!! very thankful i found this video

[@MaddieBednar]

I started in the hospital!

[@livelikethereshope]

I think I just got a job at the same hospital?(same area as you) I’m so so so nervous I start Friday on the floor and this video really helps🫶🫶

[@MaddieBednar]

you’ll do amazing! always ask questions!! (:

[@pbostler]

Thank you for sharing and hello from New Mexico. I like your cat!

[@aprilp7507]

Thank you for sharing, very helpful!

[@kareemahfarmer5835]

I like that lunch box, where did you get it?

[@MaddieBednar]

i got it from amazon! search for BALORAY lunch bag

[@lejordyn999]

Where did you get your jacket from? Love the video!! 😁

[@MaddieBednar]

i actually got it from target in the kids section

[@lejordyn999]

@@MaddieBednar Thanks!!!

[@saml643]

Where's your black backpack from?! It's super simple and cute :)

[@MaddieBednar]

bag smart!

[@courtneycousineau7252]

you’re adorabke

[@pascalagu7928]

Happy for you...thanks for sharing... its helping

[@kristelk5802]

Thank you for sharing.

[@ria7103]

my first day is on thursday and i barely have any experience, they just hired me bc im starting a cna program soon 😩

[@MaddieBednar]

you will learn soo much throughout your orientation process! if you have any questions feel free to reach out (:

[@jessirey4]

Where is your backpack from?😊

[@MaddieBednar]

bag smart! it’s a little small for like school use but perfect for work!

[@jessirey4]

Thank you!

[@roberty8991]

tried applying to hospitals but they needed experience :(

[@MaddieBednar]

it took my awhile to get hired at a hospital. i just kept applying and when i had my interview just let them know how passionate you are about working as a CNA.

[@paigeandcedsister]

I'm trying to get a Job in the hospital I have experience taking care of my mom and I have training certificates but no one is hiring any tips

[@MaddieBednar]

hi, hmm i feel hospitals would be wanting more help right now. keep looking around and don’t limit yourself to one hospital. just keep applying when you find one. if not maybe work at a long term care facility until a hospital position opens up

[@paigeandcedsister]

@@MaddieBednar I unfortunately need to work close to home and they are only hiring register nurses there's no pca positions ever

[@FentyNavi]

@@paigeandcedsister I recently got hired as a PCA with no experience. Just told them I’m passionate and that I’m currently in nursing school. I’m in the pre-employment process currently but got an offer letter/call two days ago. You may have to look into applying in cities near you because they’re all hiring. Your certificates and experience should be more than enough

[@katsolo605]

Omg I got job offer at the hospital for Med/surg and in the cancer unit but since I never work in the hospitals I’m so scared and now I’m so confused on what to get I also got job offer in a senior living place higher pay then in the hospital but not sure what would be best

[@MaddieBednar]

@@katsolo605 I never worked in a hospital prior only as a volunteer but I think I learned so much more than during my CNA clinicals in a long term care facility. Anywhere you work will be short staffed but I feel the senior place may be a little worse with staffing. the patient to staff ratio is a lot higher in senior living than a hospital. If you are hoping to become a nurse isn’t the future I think a hospital may be better to get your experience.

[@andrixboo01]

Did you only have a online orientation? Or did you have to follow another CNA for a couples of days ?

[@MaddieBednar]

i was able to follow another CNA for a couple weeks!

[@paigeandcedsister]

I might wanna do cna or hha idk I get my scrubs from dee dees

[@ambitiousbeauty1013]

Citi Trends has some nice scrub sets also.

[@berdieindigo2474]

Love your video I have a question tho what camera 📷 do you use?

[@MaddieBednar]

canon g7x

[@luannconsentino1188]

That is a nice backpack, do you happen to have the link to purchase it?

[@MaddieBednar]

the company is bagsmart! here’s the link but i only noticed the pink color on their website www.bagsmart.com/collections/laptop-backpack/products/zoraesque-style-backpack-1

[@kristinabello3858]

Yaaayy., I’m going to malcom X college to take my clinical.

[@johnasprague7922]

What company did you buy your scrubs from?

[@tammybenadventures4839]

Did the shoes work out or did you end up getting different ones? I need comfy shoes.

[@MaddieBednar]

the adidas i have aren’t my favorite and i’m waiting till i have a nursing job to get shoes that are good quality! i have heard cloves or hokas are good

[@daiziemaningding5640]

you guys get to choose what color scrubs yall want?

[@dmoranism]

I'm not sure what size I should pick being that I am 5 feet. If you don't mind me asking, how tall are you? I might just get XS pt as well

[@MaddieBednar]

i’m 5’2

[@adrianacastruita3757]

@@MaddieBednar were do u buy your scrubs???

[@MaddieBednar]

@@adrianacastruita3757 figs!

[@adrianacastruita3757]

@@MaddieBednar thanks 🙏🏻

[@recargapilas5783]

❤️

[@celynamez]

Figs are so comfy i wish they had high waisted tho lol

[@MaddieBednar]

they do have high waisted! i love them

[@celynamez]

@@MaddieBednar I ordered it can't wait!

[@yourfavmiaaa._7846]

I have sooo many questions I’m new and I’m trying to get my CNA ? any help

[@MaddieBednar]

what questions do you have?

[@tamarahpittman6041]

I love your badge reel! Where is it from?

[@MaddieBednar]

etsy!!

[@adreannamcbee2281]

Could you link the shop your got it from? It’s really cute!! Or what’s the name of the shop it’s from?

[@rebecamaldonado5686]

Hello why compression socks 🧦? They better doing cna job? Thanks 😊

[@sheilabrown5367]

Prevent swelling legs feet possible blood clots you are on your feet for sometime.

[@henryedline1192]

Before you started working did you have a trainer?, or did they just let you start working?

[@MaddieBednar]

i had someone precept me for about 3 weeks

[@jaclynsimone4926]

Not too much cna stuff. More so clothes, skin care, shopping.

[@amraevers2797]

70% of this video was filmed before her first day

[@spacebars9677]

this is just how she prepared before her very first job

[@ahlahayamban-yasharahla2224]

Wellstar?

[@yaniracardona4248]

hey where you buy the scrubs online?

[@MaddieBednar]

figs!

[@cocolove6894]

That's an extra small?? Thanks now Ik I need an Xtra Xtra small

[@madisonshoemaker]

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[@twniyahjackson5842]

You remind me of Ashley Tisdale ☺️🎀

[@julietamelkun]

Hi ! What camera do u use ?

[@MaddieBednar]

i have a canon g7x!

[@trendingmusic383]

Sister can we do CNA diploma and after we can do job in forgeins county?

[@maplesauce5519]

CNA is not a diploma, it's a certificate program.

[@trendingmusic383]

@@maplesauce5519 okay but now i am donig CNA in Pakistan so can i do this forgeins county like (Germany Or Dubai etcc...

[@maplesauce5519]

@@trendingmusic383 Every country is different, I don't know how it is outside the United States

[@JoleneJolene.]

What size are your figs scrubs?

[@MaddieBednar]

XS!

[@JoleneJolene.]

@@MaddieBednar thank you 😊

[@addiprice7976]

Hi

[@christinadsteele6635]

6

[@barbaraburgos9871]

Do you enjoy the work as a cna?😍

[@MaddieBednar]

i worked there for a little to get some experience. i have a video going in depth of pros and cons of working as a cna! i currently work as a cna on a pediatric floor and i love it there

[@benedictaoronsaye3870]

Is it food you are going to eat at work?😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@mamallama8842]

Lol unfortunately, the aides dont get much time for a lunch. Snacks are essential. That's why we have lots of pockets in our scrubs 😉

[@Masturbladess]

I’m nervous for my nurses assistant schooling. Any major tips?

[@michelleudang1662]

Thank you sooo much it helps me relaxed a bet after I watch your video… I’m anxious now because I’m going to start Working as a Nursing Aide in the hospital this Monday its a 15 days clinical orientee/training. 🫣😬🫠 sooo help me God. 😇🙏