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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  • @karacerv2951
    @karacerv2951 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @selflove428

    @selflove428

    Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations 🎊

  • @mollyolivas7798

    @mollyolivas7798

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @pipermartin9317

    @pipermartin9317

    10 ай бұрын

    ⁠​⁠​⁠@@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

    @kristenh.2824

    10 ай бұрын

    Me toooo

  • @tomr6866

    @tomr6866

    2 ай бұрын

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

  • @Can_1111
    @Can_1111 Жыл бұрын

    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!!

  • @KatelynIngle
    @KatelynIngle2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @jaybaby4490
    @jaybaby44902 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ladyevangeline85
    @ladyevangeline85 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @SM12457
    @SM124572 жыл бұрын

    The black and burgundy scrubs look amazing.

  • @annierose6556
    @annierose65563 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @tifahxx

    @tifahxx

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @cheylee7209

    @cheylee7209

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @emileocollins4264

    @emileocollins4264

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you get through with nursing school this year?

  • @emmavtv1927

    @emmavtv1927

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @JeremyAvis1978
    @JeremyAvis1978 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @KiniaSwaby
    @KiniaSwaby3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @andioop9129
    @andioop9129 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @Angelina-mw6zu
    @Angelina-mw6zu2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @AlexJoe-ve6gc
    @AlexJoe-ve6gc17 күн бұрын

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

  • @JeanneWallace

    @JeanneWallace

    17 күн бұрын

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

  • @OscarNwachukwu

    @OscarNwachukwu

    17 күн бұрын

    @ very correct

  • @OscarNwachukwu

    @OscarNwachukwu

    17 күн бұрын

    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

    @StuartStarling

    17 күн бұрын

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

  • @CelineJonas

    @CelineJonas

    17 күн бұрын

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

  • @amysim8994
    @amysim89942 жыл бұрын

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

  • @majie_bby
    @majie_bby2 ай бұрын

    Currently working on becoming a CNA so excited 🥰

  • @shauntelle_09
    @shauntelle_095 ай бұрын

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

  • @lindadaly5007
    @lindadaly5007 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @eliasiafierro6478
    @eliasiafierro64782 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @hannahholbrook597
    @hannahholbrook59711 ай бұрын

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

  • @JayyaNicole
    @JayyaNicole2 ай бұрын

    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. ❤

  • @89CCORTEZ
    @89CCORTEZ2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    thank you!! hope you enjoy the videos (:

  • @simplymeth621
    @simplymeth6213 жыл бұрын

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

  • @aprilp7507
    @aprilp7507 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing, very helpful!

  • @pbostler
    @pbostler Жыл бұрын

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

  • @daryakovalchuk597
    @daryakovalchuk5972 жыл бұрын

    hi girl!! very thankful i found this video

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    I started in the hospital!

  • @pascalagu7928
    @pascalagu79283 жыл бұрын

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

  • @VanessaGonzalez-do2hf
    @VanessaGonzalez-do2hf2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @courtneycousineau7252
    @courtneycousineau72522 жыл бұрын

    you’re adorabke

  • @coraimagriffith7931
    @coraimagriffith79312 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @kristinabello3858
    @kristinabello38582 жыл бұрын

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

  • @lejordyn999
    @lejordyn9992 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    i actually got it from target in the kids section

  • @lejordyn999

    @lejordyn999

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MaddieBednar Thanks!!!

  • @over40lordylordy93
    @over40lordylordy933 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @tifahxx

    @tifahxx

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wear a colored top maybe

  • @amalchaouqi9223

    @amalchaouqi9223

    2 жыл бұрын

    Why they seeing that?

  • @tammybelgarde9561

    @tammybelgarde9561

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @tammybelgarde9561

    @tammybelgarde9561

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@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

    @over40lordylordy93

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@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.

  • @kareemahfarmer5835
    @kareemahfarmer58353 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    3 жыл бұрын

    i got it from amazon! search for BALORAY lunch bag

  • @kristelk5802
    @kristelk58022 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @msladya2499
    @msladya24992 жыл бұрын

    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

    @mattarchey9062

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @mattarchey9062
    @mattarchey90622 жыл бұрын

    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

    @parkave2406

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @parkave2406

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @Silver_paw101

    2 жыл бұрын

    How is it going for you if I may ask?

  • @mattarchey9062

    @mattarchey9062

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @Silver_paw101

    @Silver_paw101

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@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.

  • @saml643
    @saml6432 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    bag smart!

  • @daiziemaningding5640
    @daiziemaningding5640 Жыл бұрын

    you guys get to choose what color scrubs yall want?

  • @berdieindigo2474
    @berdieindigo24743 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    3 жыл бұрын

    canon g7x

  • @johnasprague7922
    @johnasprague79226 ай бұрын

    What company did you buy your scrubs from?

  • @FirstLast-numba1
    @FirstLast-numba15 ай бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    5 ай бұрын

    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

    @briannafisher8001

    3 ай бұрын

    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

  • @livelikethereshope
    @livelikethereshope Жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @tammybenadventures4839
    @tammybenadventures48392 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @Masturbladess
    @Masturbladess7 ай бұрын

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

  • @ria7103
    @ria71032 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @recargapilas5783
    @recargapilas57833 жыл бұрын

    ❤️

  • @luannconsentino1188
    @luannconsentino11882 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @jessirey4
    @jessirey43 жыл бұрын

    Where is your backpack from?😊

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @jessirey4

    @jessirey4

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @tamarahpittman6041
    @tamarahpittman60412 жыл бұрын

    I love your badge reel! Where is it from?

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    etsy!!

  • @adreannamcbee2281

    @adreannamcbee2281

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @andrixboo01
    @andrixboo013 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @dmoranism
    @dmoranism2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    i’m 5’2

  • @adrianacastruita3757

    @adrianacastruita3757

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@adrianacastruita3757 figs!

  • @adrianacastruita3757

    @adrianacastruita3757

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MaddieBednar thanks 🙏🏻

  • @tifahxx
    @tifahxx2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @tifahxx

    @tifahxx

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @FentyNavi

    @FentyNavi

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tifahxx 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

    @katsolo605

    2 жыл бұрын

    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

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@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.

  • @tifahxx
    @tifahxx2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ambitiousbeauty1013

    @ambitiousbeauty1013

    2 жыл бұрын

    Citi Trends has some nice scrub sets also.

  • @yourfavmiaaa._7846
    @yourfavmiaaa._78462 жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    what questions do you have?

  • @rebecamaldonado5686
    @rebecamaldonado56862 жыл бұрын

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

  • @sheilabrown5367

    @sheilabrown5367

    Жыл бұрын

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

  • @roberty8991
    @roberty89912 жыл бұрын

    tried applying to hospitals but they needed experience :(

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @ahlahayamban-yasharahla2224
    @ahlahayamban-yasharahla22242 жыл бұрын

    Wellstar?

  • @henryedline1192
    @henryedline1192 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    Жыл бұрын

    i had someone precept me for about 3 weeks

  • @addiprice7976
    @addiprice79763 жыл бұрын

    Hi

  • @yaniracardona4248
    @yaniracardona4248 Жыл бұрын

    hey where you buy the scrubs online?

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    Жыл бұрын

    figs!

  • @JoleneJolene.
    @JoleneJolene.3 жыл бұрын

    What size are your figs scrubs?

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    3 жыл бұрын

    XS!

  • @JoleneJolene.

    @JoleneJolene.

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MaddieBednar thank you 😊

  • @celynamez
    @celynamez Жыл бұрын

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

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    Жыл бұрын

    they do have high waisted! i love them

  • @celynamez

    @celynamez

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MaddieBednar I ordered it can't wait!

  • @julietamelkun
    @julietamelkun2 жыл бұрын

    Hi ! What camera do u use ?

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    2 жыл бұрын

    i have a canon g7x!

  • @christinadsteele6635
    @christinadsteele66358 ай бұрын

    6

  • @trendingmusic383
    @trendingmusic3832 жыл бұрын

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

  • @maplesauce5519

    @maplesauce5519

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @trendingmusic383

    @trendingmusic383

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @maplesauce5519

    @maplesauce5519

    2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @jaclynsimone4926
    @jaclynsimone49262 жыл бұрын

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

  • @amraevers2797

    @amraevers2797

    2 жыл бұрын

    70% of this video was filmed before her first day

  • @spacebars9677

    @spacebars9677

    2 жыл бұрын

    this is just how she prepared before her very first job

  • @cocolove6894
    @cocolove68942 жыл бұрын

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

  • @twniyahjackson5842
    @twniyahjackson5842 Жыл бұрын

    You remind me of Ashley Tisdale ☺️🎀

  • @madisonshoemaker
    @madisonshoemaker2 ай бұрын

    Romans 3:23 (ESV) says: “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” and Romans 6:23 (ESV) says: “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” The good news is that Jesus Christ, the son of God, who is one with God, came to the earth from His place in heaven and was crucified on a cross for the atonement of our sins. He lived a sinless life, and rose from the dead on the third day after His death! 🙌✨He took our place and payed our debt. John 3:16 says: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Romans 10:9 (ESV) says: “because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” If you place your faith in Jesus, He will forgive you of your sins and you will be saved from hell and you will be given eternal life. Jesus is The Way, The Truth, and The Life. The Bible is Gods word to us. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in the Bible are the gospels of Jesus and His teachings on how to follow Him. Jesus is coming soon. Repent of your sins and follow Jesus. God bless you! 💕

  • @barbaraburgos9871
    @barbaraburgos9871 Жыл бұрын

    Do you enjoy the work as a cna?😍

  • @MaddieBednar

    @MaddieBednar

    Жыл бұрын

    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
    @benedictaoronsaye38702 жыл бұрын

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

  • @mamallama8842

    @mamallama8842

    2 жыл бұрын

    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 😉

  • @michelledupreez2709
    @michelledupreez27092 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @michelleudang1662
    @michelleudang1662 Жыл бұрын

    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. 😇🙏