By 5. 10 ways to tell you’re a CNA
Is there a job around that can rival the physical aspect of being a certified nursing assistant? Between lifting and turning patients, helping them in and out of bed, helping pick them up off the floor (oops) and doing just about anything else you can think of, the sure sign you’re a CNA has got to be number 6 in this list of 10 ways to tell you’re a CNA: You need a back massage after every shift!
10. You have a handful of pens and permanent markers in your pockets.
9. You can determine how bad the BM is from the smell.
8. You treat certain residents like family.
7. You know every resident by name and what room they’re in.
6. You need a back massage after every shift.
5. You vow never to end up in a facility when you’re old.
4. You know who the smokers are without looking at the list.
3. You deserve a raise for all the B.S. that you deal with.
2. Taking a few days off feels good—when you’re not worrying about work.
1. You say “good night” and “see you soon” to every resident.
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