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  • @___yentihw
    @___yentihw Год назад +69

    When I was a med-surg PCT, I had an RN tell me that she could not assist me with a bed bath and bed change because she was overqualified, literally said, "Oh no, I can't do that, I'm overqualified for that task." and walked off, when all I needed her to do was grab me more towels and an extra sheet lol. Then had to audacity to ask for vitals for another pt, STAT. I mean, she demanded it.
    But another PCT, a seasoned one, told her to get off her lazy ass and assist with ambulating the pt (because the pt was a two person assist) The house supe had to pull the RN aside and remind her that patient care is also stated in her job description. 🙃

  • @dominiquedamian3032
    @dominiquedamian3032 2 года назад +240

    I work at a hospital as a safety sitter and I see the CNAS do so much!! Literally they run around the whole 12 hrs and the nurses do call the cnas for everything even if they see the cna is busy!!!!

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +11

      Yes I agree!

    • @nadinejones7003
      @nadinejones7003 Год назад +2

      So true

    • @black12212
      @black12212 Год назад +13

      Why would any CNA put up with being overworked in a hospital when they can work for an Agency and just care for 1 patient in the patient's home ? 🤔

    • @BishimDeja
      @BishimDeja Год назад +1

      @@black12212 which agencies

    • @vsteele1672
      @vsteele1672 Год назад +12

      Fuck yeah I'll be in a room changing a patient all of a sudden I get 2 or more calls from other nurses asking for assistance with tasks they can do themselves.

  • @anjelicabrown9982
    @anjelicabrown9982 2 года назад +170

    As a LPN I appreciate my CNAs and don’t mind helping them when I can. I understand coming from being a CNA and the nurse not helping. And I’ve been a nurse with CNAs who don’t want to help. Working both sides i understand both sides. Thank you for all the hard work you all do.

  • @katherineclemons318
    @katherineclemons318 2 года назад +105

    I am a cna and in nursing school i am positively going to help my cnas its a hard job and it takes team work...honestly i believe every state should require people to be a cna first then a nurse.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +12

      I agree, it should be mandatory! Stay strong love, you got this!

    • @katherineclemons318
      @katherineclemons318 2 года назад +1

      @@AleysiaKSmith thank you....you inspire me to the best CNA I can WE got this!

    • @cjamison2516
      @cjamison2516 Год назад +3

      So you recommend being a CNA first? I’m in school rn not nursing school yet I’m just doing my prerequisites and I was thinking about being a CNA for the experience

    • @danadana7361
      @danadana7361 6 месяцев назад

      It is required in the state of NC but unfortunately you still have some raggedy nurse's because they really feel that it is beneath them because they are nurses. And don't leave out some of these med techs that think they are nurses just because they are passing meds or are the supervisor in charge although they still have the dual title of CNA as well 😒😒

  • @southernbeauty36
    @southernbeauty36 11 месяцев назад +20

    Just watched this video. Currently work at a hospital and called off because I’m so exhausted. I was going to be the only person with 30 patients and 6 nurses that don’t like to help. I’m so over it. You’re going to be a great nurse!

    • @japrkia19
      @japrkia19 10 месяцев назад +2

      Look into medical assisting, it allows you to work at doctor offices, usualy with 8-5 monday through friday schedule. Im a student and love it so far

  • @becomingnursechyna
    @becomingnursechyna Год назад +13

    CNAs/PCTs are underpaid and under-appreciated! I'm with you, when I become a nurse, I'm showing all my CNAs love!!!

  • @ccchantel
    @ccchantel 2 года назад +61

    This video was very detailed and different, loved it. I related dude, I’ve had a couple of mishaps with extremely lazy nurses, that ignore call lights, and will seriously wait for you to come and get it when they’re sitting right next to the room. Smh it’s sooo annoying..but I just remember to do my job and my part because at the end of the day I know I did what I’m supposed to do. Even if the nurse did not.

  • @destinypetteway884
    @destinypetteway884 2 года назад +58

    I'm going to work as a CNA while in school so this is helpful 😭🙏🏾

    • @LifeasAnia
      @LifeasAnia Год назад +1

      Same here ! Good luck ❤

  • @jazlynhawkins6679
    @jazlynhawkins6679 2 года назад +11

    Hearing you talk about nurses not wanting to help really bothers me. I was a CNA for 3 years before becoming a nurse and I could never EVER imagine making a CNA feel like they need to do the “dirty work.” I’ve only been a nurse in an ED so I am used to taking my own vitals and can’t imagine not even wanting to help with that? Like we need to take vitals anyways before administering a lot of the medications. For me a CNA is someone who can help me when I need an extra hand to do a brief change or someone who can answer the call light when I am busy with another patient. Someone who will let me know when they noticed a change. CNAs are not the people who nurses should rely on to do “dirty work.” We came into this field to help from the bottom of our hearts. 🙏🏻

  • @DeonnaMyleah1
    @DeonnaMyleah1 2 года назад +140

    👩🏿‍⚕️🏩 we are so undervalued but we will be rewarded in the in for all of our hard work, enjoyed this vlog girl 🖤

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +5

      Beautifully said!! Thank you love, I appreciate it!🤍

  • @leftypizarro3330
    @leftypizarro3330 Год назад +14

    Love the video. I agree with you totally if it wasn't for us the CNA's they really would be lost. I don't know how many nurses I had to actually teach/show them the simplest thing they should know about their patient. What is ashame is when the patient think you're their nurse and get frustrated when they haven't seen their nurse all day. But it does make me feel good when they think I'm their nurse and tell me I should have been because I know what I'm doing lol

  • @sheladiity
    @sheladiity 2 года назад +64

    You're right! I totally agree about the vaccination and all. CNAs do everything for the nurses. Everybody is only one person but I feel like to if, the CNAs need help and the nurses just sitting down on their butts because that's mostly all what they do, and not doing anything, they should be able to help the CNAs out. They be wanting the CNAs to do everything and then some of the CNAs in some states don't get pay enough. They need to up the pay for CNAs in some states because I feel like some of these CNAs don't get paid enough. Pray and try to hang in there for better🙏hoping everything work out.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +8

      I completely agree, it can be so frustrating sometimes. We definitely deserve more pay! I have to constantly remind myself that I’m there for the patients and that things will get better, but nurses do need to step it up! And thank you I appreciate it!

  • @lissaunique
    @lissaunique 2 года назад +41

    I can tell you are a hard worker & very sweet. We really appreciate you & all other CNA’s out there ❤️❤️

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much, that means so much to me!! Xoxo

  • @kenaishamcreynolds8508
    @kenaishamcreynolds8508 День назад

    Hi I finish my CNA course in 2 weeks and I’ve been nervous and excited about this new journey I am on I just wanna say thank you so much for sharing what key things you look for when receiving report it relieved some of my anxiousness just with curiosity on entering something new I thank you so much for passing knowledge to other CNAS who are not 100% confident in their skills and thank you for the motivation, may got continue to keep blessing you on your journey .

  • @Ilovemyhubby77
    @Ilovemyhubby77 9 месяцев назад +3

    I am a pct for am shift! 12 hrs and 18 pts max with most days being one tech (me) I do vitals and sugars Q4, hourly rounds,pass water, clean patients, help others to restroom, change and make beds, comfort distraught or scared patients, pray for patients, call rapids and code blues, do cpr, remove iv, take patients to car upon discharge, transport dialysis patients in beds, recheck vitals on patients I am concerned about, place male and female pure wicks, chart..then chart more, feed patients, turn patients, document all concerning things to cover my butt after nurse is told, help managers by running to look for things throughout hospital, lab runs, bed baths and assistance in shower, and so much more

  • @shericalewis3135
    @shericalewis3135 2 года назад +25

    I think if there starting nursing school,they need to make them start out as a CNA and work there way up so they will know how it is because some nurses think they don't have to help u the only thing separating the two are the letters behind there names there no different from a cna

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +4

      I definitely think so too! It should be mandatory at this point!!

  • @storytimewithchloe
    @storytimewithchloe 2 года назад +30

    After working in an assisted living for the last year, I decided that I wanted to become a CNA
    Your videos have been my favorite of all the cna day in the life’s !
    I begin class February 26 and wanted to say you do a great job with videos !! Please don’t stop

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Congrats to you!! That is amazing! I appreciate you so much!💗

  • @travehumble1300
    @travehumble1300 2 года назад +10

    I am wanting to go to school for a CNA bc i love people and just want to help 🤍 thank you all for what you do!

  • @MsHarasan
    @MsHarasan 2 года назад +11

    Thank you for all your hard work! I worked as a NA during RN school. It’s no joke how hard you work! As a RN I still work hard in the ICU but most all days there is no help. I’m tired! God bless you!

  • @nancy40317
    @nancy40317 2 года назад +11

    Congrats, Aleyshia for continuing your education. We need more compassionate nurses. I love all your videos and I'm bout to subscribe. And please post more videos.

  • @chrisrose2243
    @chrisrose2243 Год назад +3

    ❤ love to hear you expressing your experience with not so easy to work with coworkers. To me coworker cohesiveness has such an impact on the care of the patient ect. It’s stressful enough to try to get through all your patients, having a “ understanding & companionate “ coworker really helps!! This is a very concerning part of working on a medical unit ect. A clear head & heart leads to better performance all the way around.

  • @misselaine2144
    @misselaine2144 2 года назад +55

    I’ve been a CNA now for almost 3 months & it’s unfortunately at a rehab center. (Not my first choice or a choice at all but they’re so lenient & I didn’t have my license yet, took forever to come n the mail so they took me in) and were only short staffed bc we have soooo many no call no shows! I sometimes have 18 patients so I totally understand and can relate to that love. Luckily nobodies walked off bc of the vaccine, it’s jus ppl are lazy. The nurses are nice thank god & are helpful, it’s jus the lazy ass employees (other CNAS) especially evening shift. 🙄 but team night shift & let’s jus remain positive 💙

    • @misselaine2144
      @misselaine2144 2 года назад +2

      Oh and I’m loving the LONGER vlogs now 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +11

      I completely understand!! We get no call no shows all the time and it can get super hectic! All we can do is remain positive, work together and it will get better! Congrats on being a new CNA by the way!!🤍

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +3

      I’m glad you do!! I’ve been trying hard to work on making them longer!!

    • @ccchantel
      @ccchantel 2 года назад +6

      It’s such a shame people become cna’s for the money just to find out it’s not as much as they thought so they don’t really care about the patients as much as they should..people should do more research before going through school just to find out it’s hard work and involves a lot of dedication to be a caring willing person.

    • @spacebars9677
      @spacebars9677 2 года назад

      honestly i’d rather ppl walk off because of the vaccine over lazy coworkers. at least we’re not left in the dark hoping that they’ll show up late or something. my mom used to work in a nursing home as an rn and this comment brought me back to the times of her stressful phone calls about things like this. but nevertheless i’m still super excited to become a cna as the first step to becoming a pa!

  • @prettysickgirl9514
    @prettysickgirl9514 2 года назад +69

    I currently live in a nursing home where the place is severely understaffed. Some of the nurses here act like they're above a CNA. It's absolutely disgusting. When I was in the hospital for over two months I saw the same shit. Experienced it. I'm a trache patient so when my machine was going off because I needed suctioning, the nurse was just watching. All the nurses on the ICU floor are qualified to do RT work but she couldn't be bothered and waited for RT to answer the alarm. I promise you I hated having her. I hated their "we're a team" crap when they think they're above helping.

    • @apdroidgeek1737
      @apdroidgeek1737 Год назад +1

      technically they are though

    • @Page57
      @Page57 Год назад +2

      @@apdroidgeek1737 in education yes as professionals no they're really not and most rns have no working understanding of a cna's job duties.

    • @vsteele1672
      @vsteele1672 Год назад

      @@Page57 yup most of them since they just got straight into nursing school and then graduate thinking they are high and mighty and should be worshiped like a God just because they're badge says "RN".

    • @TheMabes69
      @TheMabes69 Год назад

      @@Page57 yes, CNAs report to RNs on the floor.

    • @MrsMelMel1977
      @MrsMelMel1977 Год назад +2

      @@apdroidgeek1737 they are only above a CNA as far as job position but they can help more than they do but we are all human beings at the end of the day and they can’t take a nursing degree with them whenever they leave this earth

  • @dakotaharmon1517
    @dakotaharmon1517 Год назад +6

    Say it again girl you are so right. Being a CNA in a busy hospital is HARD.

  • @sokenzi
    @sokenzi 2 года назад +28

    Girl! Sometimes at my hospital I’m the only tech for a 44 pt floor. Most of the nurses help me do things but we do a lot. I’ll have like 15 blood sugars every three hours, we have to do atleast 5 baths, take vitals, and answer call lights, Is & Os and then chart; I’m like what does that leave the nurses to do? Just past meds? We’re never fully staffed and it’s because no one ever wants to float to my floor because we do so much. I like working in the hospital tho, you learn a lot but it’s definitely frustrating. I’m so ready to be done with nursing school and I won’t do my techs like that.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +4

      I know in other states the patient to staff ratio can be so different, but for MA that is considered so unsafe, I'm worried for you!! I can't imagine having all those patients alone. Definitely remember to advocate for yourself and your patients! You and your patients safety come first! I wish you the best of luck!!

    • @SashaFierce-un3nf
      @SashaFierce-un3nf 2 года назад +1

      I know what mean. It’s awful on the weekends. I usually have 34 patients

  • @biancabrown6923
    @biancabrown6923 Год назад +5

    I totally understand the struggle, I am going through the same in LTC. Agency is the only staff in the building but lately it's been a huge decline in even agency staff. Today one young lady literally walked out and said she was done with CNA life for all the same reasons you stated in the beginning of your video. Pray for us all, good patient care is sadly not available

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  Год назад +2

      Yes I agree! Times are very tough right now!

  • @alishahawkins8520
    @alishahawkins8520 Год назад +5

    I'm almost finished in RN school but I got a job as a tech at a rehab and girl it was sooo much work and not enough money!! CNAs and techs should be paid so much more. Plus seeing these people and families in sad situations just wears on you mentally and the work wears on you physically

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  Год назад +1

      Its definitely not an easy job, but its great for patient care experience while being in nursing school.

  • @latashawells3524
    @latashawells3524 2 года назад +6

    Hey I totally agree with you about the nurse’s need to be helping more then they do I’m currently a hha starting my cna course next month & I’m excited I love working with the elderly it’s definitely my passion n I’m also going for my patient care tech

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +3

      That's amazing! I wish you the best of luck!

  • @mrs.b4374
    @mrs.b4374 Год назад +9

    Thank you for going into detail and what to expect. Also, thanks for emphasizing that we are a team and to advocate for yourself! 🙌🏽👍🏽🫶👩🏻‍⚕️

  • @Emma-zx4fn
    @Emma-zx4fn Год назад

    I just found your chanel and I love your content! I´ve applied to a CNA education for this spring where I live in Sweden and fingers crossed I´ll get in. I think you´re really inspiering and now I understand more about the job. I also want to work at a hospital. Thank you for sharing your experiences! :)

  • @nadinejones7003
    @nadinejones7003 Год назад +2

    GN Aleysia, I'm a CNA too, I work @ a hospital and nursing home. The patients and residents might have their issues but they still make me happy. Certain staff from various depts really should work on their work ethic. Some RN's feel that their title trumps your and can try to bully you or intimidate. In that case you should stand your ground and maintain your purpose... The PATIENTS/RESIDENTS. Keeping in mind the kindness goes a far way. Great video.

  • @quitube5326
    @quitube5326 Год назад +3

    This was a great video and I’m glad to hear that ur in nursing school so best of luck to u. U seem very detail oriented, nice personality, and ready to handle the needs of ur patients so I’m positive you’ll make a great nurse. I’m an LPN and coming from being a hospital tech so I totally get the “rude entitled nurse” dynamic lol so paying it forward I always help my cna’s and i do bring them coffee just to show appreciation since our facility is doing a poor job at it 🙄. Anyways keep up the good work and stay awesome!!!👍👍

  • @cristina5507
    @cristina5507 2 года назад +7

    Thank you for sharing with us and being so honest you will be a great nurse one day May god bless you in all you do, if only all cnas/rms/lvns were like you this job would be much easier on everyone.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words! Xoxo

  • @laydiej07
    @laydiej07 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the content. I’m a brand new CNA (haven’t got a job yet) and I feel like this helps me prepare.

  • @staywoke9238
    @staywoke9238 Год назад +2

    Be encouraged!!💜

  • @elenasibs1687
    @elenasibs1687 Год назад +1

    Thank you starting my first job as a CNA soon, needed this

  • @traceyhulin4328
    @traceyhulin4328 Год назад

    I totally understand. I work at a snf and it does get busy with 9, 10, 11, and 12 residents at a time. It can become overwhelming if you let it.

  • @codyjustin9926
    @codyjustin9926 2 года назад +2

    Thank you !! , I love most of the nurses I work with but there is a few who take advantage of the techs and think we are supposed to check all of their vitals. I have had to stand up and say no i am busy at the moment.

  • @emilycarter2446
    @emilycarter2446 Год назад +1

    You’re beautiful! Definitely subscribing. I’m studying to get my CNA certification this spring.

  • @Minervalady
    @Minervalady 2 года назад +2

    You are doing a great job I am a caregiver and is a special job take a good heart to do it blessings to you

  • @l.p.2233
    @l.p.2233 8 месяцев назад

    I’ve seen so many great CNA’s on RUclips. All of you deserve to be RN’s.

  • @Hestia134
    @Hestia134 Год назад +2

    Skin is flawless ✨✨

  • @arijackson6407
    @arijackson6407 2 года назад +2

    So true.. I’m a CNA as well and just started and some nurses r soooo lazy and don’t want to help you.

  • @viv8394
    @viv8394 2 года назад +1

    hi! would you recommend becoming a cna at 16? i've always been interested in being in the medical field as my mom was and want to start young.

  • @shelbymcgraw4779
    @shelbymcgraw4779 7 месяцев назад +1

    I start my CNA job at the hospital Jan 8th. I’m so nervous and don’t know what to expect. I keep overthinking and making myself even more nervous lol

  • @zoenoel8166
    @zoenoel8166 Год назад +1

    Honestly I felt this and also management!!! I just got my first job as a CNA and I just worked my first shift all alone after shadowing for 3 days and girl I started the shift with no way to chart and I didn't know I was working the 3pm to 11pm shift until 2:15pm cause they didn't tell me and the director of staff wasn't there the last 2 days of me shadowing so I texted her following up about when she wanted me in next and she said "oh someone was supposed to tell you, your scheduled to come in today" i had 45 minutes to get ready and be there I told her I was going to be late cause it was so last minute like what!!!

  • @alexislee2783
    @alexislee2783 Год назад +1

    i got orientation tomorrow for my cna position so i am up watching these videos because im so excited lol😆

  • @GamingandfitRN
    @GamingandfitRN 2 года назад +6

    New subscriber and enjoying your vids. I wanna say has an LVN I do my best to help out plus I'm a male so I don't mind doing some heavy lifting lol 💪🏾but, I appreciate all the CNA's hard work and everyone in the comments keep doing a wonderful job ❤

  • @lindadaly5007
    @lindadaly5007 Год назад

    I work at a snf mostly NOC & some PM shifts. It's very defeating to see some RN's/LVN's napping while we CNA's have 20+ residents and then they ask us to do vitals as well! It's ridiculous. Upon hire, I was told we would not be doing vitals as our jobs are busy enough!

  • @becca1554
    @becca1554 2 года назад +1

    I just stumbled upon your videos. Very informative and detailed. Definitely subscribing. Thank you!

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it!!

  • @adylenayazmine2270
    @adylenayazmine2270 Год назад +1

    girl I work 7am-7pm at a mental state hospital and we hella short staff it’s sooo stressful when staff don’t help out know we short 😤

  • @travelwithsouthernchick5112
    @travelwithsouthernchick5112 2 года назад +2

    I am a CNA but I just do home health less clients and pick up shifts when I want to work.I had great nurses it was my CNA who didn’t help🥲

  • @emilyblakley1815
    @emilyblakley1815 Год назад +1

    I have 25-30 residents, 6a- 11p, and they are all changers and feeders, all bed baths. I need tips on time management :(

  • @jaybaby4490
    @jaybaby4490 2 года назад +1

    I’ll be taking my act workplace test for the Cna program tomorrow I’m nervous but excited.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад

      You got this love!! Best of luck to you!

  • @AcypressRN
    @AcypressRN Год назад +3

    I love my CNA’S and help when I can and there are lazy nurses but not every nurse is like that. Sometimes CNA’S underestimate the work that we have to do. Staffing issues are everywhere and in every aspect.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  Год назад

      No every nurse is not that way, but it is very common and I like to share my experiences on my channel. Regardless of the work you have to do as a nurse that shouldn’t stop you from working as a team with your CNA!!

    • @robinb.4699
      @robinb.4699 Год назад

      @@AleysiaKSmith - I totally agree with you!

  • @sheilabrown5367
    @sheilabrown5367 Год назад

    I just finish cna certification class I'm starting out assisting living thank you for giving heads up you are beautiful please pour in your cup first your health is more important.

  • @RA-fq8zl
    @RA-fq8zl Год назад

    Right! I am exhausted. Its non stop. I’m at the point where i do as much as i can but, sadly I’m burnt out and im considering going per dm because my days off are all just recording . We are under valued and under paid. They move us where ever they want to anyways. They sent me to another one of our hospitals the other day. It’s great experience but, I was told at 5am and start time id 6:50 am the other hospital is about 20 additional minutes to my normal commute with no additional pay. 12 pt 2 RNs one completely rude the entire shift. Firstly I know that they are under staffed but, we have to be a team !

  • @paulettebrown788
    @paulettebrown788 2 месяца назад

    I work in respiratory and I’m cool with CNAs you guys rock🤩

  • @ashleygaxiola278
    @ashleygaxiola278 11 месяцев назад

    thank you so much for this vid! loved it.

  • @DontaeCausey
    @DontaeCausey 7 месяцев назад +1

    Yeah I'm a CNA down here in Ohio and the nurses some of them do the same thing when there's a three-hour floor and there's trays to be passed and they watch you pass all the trays and have to feed people too he got so bad one day I was about to walk out my job because it is nurses acting like they too good to help out CNAs it's like we supposed to look up to them the nurses are and they learn patient care and adl in nursing school I don't understand that it's everybody is responsible for those patients that's why the next time they do it I'm just going to walk out my job and go find me another job on my lunch break

  • @longislandny696
    @longislandny696 Год назад

    Thank you so much for going into detail with this video. I’m a CNA at a nursing home & boy is it short staffed. I work overnight & it’s myself & another aide with 40 residents on the floor.The one nurse will sit for 3-4 hours straight most nights & wont answer one call bell. One night I floated to another floor & I had 29 residents, half were covid 🤦‍♀️

    • @robinb.4699
      @robinb.4699 Год назад +1

      Omg!! I’m a CNA also, Bless You!!

  • @nyrea8163
    @nyrea8163 Год назад

    I'm taking my course to get my license soon. Watching all the videos I can to know what to expect. Just know help is coming the pandemic is over for the most part and people are gonna flood back into those positions I'm so sorry you're being so over worked and under appreciated

  • @vickyllama177
    @vickyllama177 Год назад

    When you said 15 my mouth dropped open. I work in a long term care facility and we currently have around 60 residents and I work 11pm-7am. I have around 30 residents tonight on my own because we have 2 CNAs working tonight… for the whole building

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  Год назад

      Hospitals and long term facilities are very different from each other so its understandable!

  • @andrewcruz3837
    @andrewcruz3837 3 месяца назад

    I am a new cna and i am getting a job in a assisted living. Heres the thing i know myself and what i can handle and me working in a restaurant i can handle bs. i can handle all the bs. Especially my experience working in the kitchen. ever worked at red lobster being the dishwasher and helping the cooks when nobody wants to help over there either. i have experience in bs so i think ill be fine as a cna lol

  • @apdroidgeek1737
    @apdroidgeek1737 Год назад +1

    gonna be a mental health tech soon im so excited, I heard the job is kinda like cna so ive been watching alot of cna videos... Hopefully i dont get power hungry nurses but when I was getting hired I met a nurse who is getting hired too and she looks nice so hopefully we get along...

  • @ejiebeliever_22
    @ejiebeliever_22 10 месяцев назад

    I am a student nurse right now 2nd year , i say we all need CNA and other medical staff in the hospital because our goal is to give care to the patients 😊

  • @liz_coastcna2401
    @liz_coastcna2401 2 года назад

    Just subscribed! This is very insightful. And I definitely agree about nurses!
    Question, what editing template do you use and how did you add music?

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Thank you! I use iMovie for everything!

  • @dazshiavallier4800
    @dazshiavallier4800 2 года назад +3

    The Hospital Where I'm At .. The Nurses Have To Be Nice Or They'll Get Fired (Their Very Big On That) ! .

  • @nicholecupo6674
    @nicholecupo6674 2 года назад

    do you keep the same routine as you do on workdays as you would on off days? I know it may seem silly but I was offered a overnight shift 12 hours and all I know is day shift eights and twelves..

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад

      I don’t work full time personally I work PRN so my schedule kinda changes based on what my work schedule is! Plus working nights you need to prioritize sleep so it changes everything.

  • @stephsykes5123
    @stephsykes5123 2 года назад +1

    Please do more hospital vlogs 😍

  • @kayladunlap928
    @kayladunlap928 6 месяцев назад

    how was your experience for your cna school

  • @stacyhunter1567
    @stacyhunter1567 2 года назад

    I really appreciate your videos! Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @user-of3di6sb6l
    @user-of3di6sb6l 5 месяцев назад

    I understand what you're saiding
    I was a CNA and it sucks! Not enough staff and lazy nurses think they're to good to help! It's alot of work. Yes you suppose to work as a team but that does'nt happen. Yes nurses check yourself! Help your CNA's!

  • @jazminelillie3950
    @jazminelillie3950 Год назад

    You are so right ❤🙌🏼👏🏼

  • @msdreams6838
    @msdreams6838 2 года назад +2

    Great content! Thanks for sharing

  • @Thicklikepuddin
    @Thicklikepuddin 2 года назад

    Giiiiiirl the skin 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @rose968
    @rose968 2 года назад +2

    Ello I love your videos and really appreciate them. I’m a new cna and have some questions I’m currently at a overnight position but they aren’t paying me the best. I have a couple other opportunities but I’m not sure what shift would be best for me. I’m a hard worker and like to stay pretty busy but not overwhelmed. I started off in a 7-3 but due to lack of staff it took a toll on my back, now that school is about to start again I’m thinking 3-11 would be best. If you can what do you prefer? What are some pros and cons between evening shift and night shift? Thank you for any help (if anyone has any experience please be free to share 💖)

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Hi! I personally like 3-11 and 11-7 shifts because it’s less chaotic than 7-3pm but every person is different. 3-11 is great for those who aren’t in school, or have other commitments, however I prefer night shift because I’m in nursing school. I think the pros and cons can vary because no shift is perfect. We all experience short staffing or tough shifts in general. But I would say do what works best for your schedule!

    • @rose968
      @rose968 2 года назад

      @@AleysiaKSmith Thank you so much for your help. I’ve decided to keep my overnight job because it fits the best with my schedule, thank you again. Your videos really push me to not give up even on my hardest shifts. Proud of you for your hard work. I hope you have a great day :)

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      @@rose968 I'm so happy you found something that works for you! Remember the hard times are always temporary! And thank you!! Xoxo

  • @tifahxx
    @tifahxx 9 месяцев назад

    Im a caregiver and honestly i. Have to constantly deal with clueless people at the pharmacy getting the patients meds wrong.im burned out and im forced to work through sickness because my mom won't let me take a break even though its paid for

  • @RaeLaurrie
    @RaeLaurrie 2 года назад

    Hey, what software do you use to edit your videos? Can you do a video on that?

  • @user-vt3qg8qw3e
    @user-vt3qg8qw3e 8 месяцев назад

    thanks you!

  • @aryanaalinnear
    @aryanaalinnear 2 года назад +1

    Another good video Aleysia. I agree about what you said about the vaccine. I was thinking about getting the vaccine before school started this year but I had second thoughts about it. No matter how hard things get for you, just keep doing you. Keep your head up girly. Also thank you very much for keeping me in your prayers 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 that was very sweet of you. Also do you think you can offer me any routine tips because I will be starting my job in another week or so. Keep it up with the good videos 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Thank you love! I appreciate it, and no problem!! You will do great at your new job: go in there with confidence even if your a bit nervous, and be open to ask lots of questions!! You got this, I wish you the best of luck!!💗

    • @aryanaalinnear
      @aryanaalinnear 2 года назад

      @@AleysiaKSmith thanks girl.🤍🤍🤍🤍 I just found out I start tomorrow

  • @edwardmakori8471
    @edwardmakori8471 Год назад

    Great work keep it up

  • @mikaeladevries1776
    @mikaeladevries1776 2 года назад

    I live in Great Falls Montana and I know they are short staffed with cna's, I went to college in Community Health. I'm looking at a few other jobs but is cna worth it, I grew up with my own health problems and really want to do more for patients as some nurses and etc treat you like you are just a pay check.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      I can’t really speak on if it’s worth it because it’s all based on what works best for you. I personally enjoy taking care of patients and making a difference but everyone is different. You have to do what works for you! Best of luck to you on your journey!

  • @peace2811
    @peace2811 Год назад

    thinking bout cna my cousin is a nurse I love taking care of people and love helping people

  • @MISS.RUTHNIE
    @MISS.RUTHNIE 2 года назад

    How many hours do you work a week ? Do you get overtime pay ?

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      I'm per-diem so I work different hours every week. If I work over 40hours I do get overtime pay!

  • @CathyMeyer-iv1ni
    @CathyMeyer-iv1ni 3 месяца назад

    Yes I'm a cna and I work night shift and they fired 2 cna so I was by myself for over 60 patients and I asked my nurse for help and this nurse is also my boss and he said he was busy and he couldn't guess what he was doing playing a game on his phone that's y he couldn't help me and then he tells me that this patient needed this and another that really wtf help me out and .ost of the time when a patient calls they want the nurse so b kind nurses

  • @destinypetteway884
    @destinypetteway884 2 года назад

    🙏🏾

  • @laylanuno8491
    @laylanuno8491 Год назад +1

    Is it possible as a CNA to maintain a set schedule from 8am-2pm so I can be with my kids after they get out of school? I’m a single mom and I don’t have anyone to help me and I’m short on $$ :/
    Thanks :)

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  Год назад

      It all depends on the facility/hospital you apply for!

  • @cyanidecupcake231
    @cyanidecupcake231 2 года назад +6

    Girl . Yes it's awful. Nurses sit at their stations on their phones literally doing nothing. While being overloaded with residents. It seems it's not going to change.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +3

      It definitely needs to change and all we can do is be that change to lead by example!

    • @cyanidecupcake231
      @cyanidecupcake231 2 года назад

      @@AleysiaKSmith exactly!!

  • @kaylahood1000
    @kaylahood1000 2 года назад +3

    Oh yeah girl I quit working at the nursing home they Were giving me to many patients plus the nurse didn’t want to help. I’m thinking about working in home health. Leave that working with 15 patients by yourself for the birds lord 🙏🏾

  • @amberheyhi3153
    @amberheyhi3153 2 года назад +6

    I'm studying to be a cna. Many people told me I couldn't do it since I'm slow( slow learner a little) but I took care of my aunt who had to stay in bed everyday every month. And it's something I wanna do so bad.. do you have any tips ??

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +4

      Definitely check out my other videos! I have tons on advice for new CNA's! You got this love!

    • @dannidavis8875
      @dannidavis8875 2 года назад +2

      GO FOR IT LOVE! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽✨

    • @u9towncna745
      @u9towncna745 2 года назад +4

      Don’t let anyone discourage you and take your time to do it right. I just finished my CNA cert. Everything you learn to do it timed so you will learn to do everything within its allotted time. GO FOR IT!.

    • @nancy40317
      @nancy40317 2 года назад

      The reason why they saying about slow bc you are going to have a lot of ppl to take care of and you got to do your job and be quick. They aren't trying to be mean bc if you're slow the aides are going to confront you the patients are going to fuss and the nurses are going to hell bc guess what while you are spending your precious sweet time bathing Mrs. Jane like she Mrs Queen B you got four or five call lights going off you got like three more you got to bathe you got one needing to go to therapy and some to get ready for lunch or some who may have a family member or doctor appointment you got to get them ready for. Or one of your patients maybe peed in the hall or had a bm in the hall way or vomited and it's your patient you got to clean that resident up.

  • @destinypetteway884
    @destinypetteway884 2 года назад +1

    Is it easier to work at a hospital or a living facility ?

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Neither is easier. Both is hard work, but I would recommend the hospital for more experience.

  • @halleimanne5275
    @halleimanne5275 Год назад

    How long is your break? Love the video, new sub💓

  • @jarrellstyles
    @jarrellstyles Год назад

    Camera’s crispy 👍🏾

  • @The_Traveling_Man
    @The_Traveling_Man 2 года назад

    👍👍

  • @SashaFierce-un3nf
    @SashaFierce-un3nf 2 года назад +4

    I love this video. I’m a patient care assistant . I have 17 bed bound patients every day since the beginning of Covid-19. On the weekends I have 34 patients.

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад +1

      Yes I believe it, short staffing is normal nowadays!

  • @adrielmurray8573
    @adrielmurray8573 Год назад +1

    Honda Accord 2014? & a Cna do we have the same life😂😩

  • @kristabaker8507
    @kristabaker8507 2 года назад +2

    Love your videos 😀

  • @MISS.RUTHNIE
    @MISS.RUTHNIE 2 года назад

    Do you get paid better working in the hospital ?

  • @refinedGolddd
    @refinedGolddd 2 года назад +1

    Girl 15 patients I wish most of the facilities/hospitals I’ve been going to this week the cna ratio is 1:20

    • @AleysiaKSmith
      @AleysiaKSmith  2 года назад

      Yeah I agree but it’s still unsafe!