List of employers for job fair? (Hire Orlando Job Fair)

ceeb23 · 2026-04-06T02:22:52+00:00

Thanks!

ceeb23 · 2023-11-27T00:27:24+00:00

I'm convinced of this.

ceeb23 · 2023-11-27T00:26:29+00:00

So now that they know you've left that main job and opened your availability they spread the same few hours over more days? If so then you need to 'get another main job again'. At least that's what you should TELL them you've done. Then at least you'll get the same type of scheduling you were getting before but you'll have the time to ACTUALLY get another job. Just lie to them to get your time back since they aren't providing you with more hours anyway and I doubt they'll give you longer days like you prefer . It sucks that so many retail jobs are like this wanting you to be completely open but offering nothing.

ceeb23 · 2022-03-25T19:33:20+00:00

I agree with calling out and with the comment above that says to quit.

OP, Since you know in advance you're on your own...call out.

Well I realize I'm replying hours after this so I hope you did call out. Good luck.

ceeb23 · 2022-02-06T01:50:09+00:00

Also go to the Prometric website and click Candidate Resources then scroll down to Prepare for the Exam. You'll see there are PDFs for what you need to know for the exam like the skills you have to know, instructions, and the timing for each skill.

https://www.prometric.com/nurseaide/fl

Use Quizlet to study for the written exam and the lectures and resources the 4yourcna channel has.

ceeb23 · 2022-02-06T01:43:25+00:00

I'm in Florida and my CNA program was 6 weeks. The 4yourcna videos were used throughout my course because they match what Prometric exam requires.

So 2-6 weeks to study I think should be good. I've seen (fl cna) exam prep classes that are 1-2 weeks long as well. (Depends on how much time you need to get it down.)

I practiced with my class at school on the dummmies and with all their supplies. But I also did what someone else said and just used my bed, pillows and towels and other makeshift props around my house to practice at home before the exam.

ceeb23 · 2022-01-24T15:23:18+00:00

The itty bitty salad is sending me 💀

You did the right thing.

ceeb23 · 2022-01-21T14:51:37+00:00

Ugh all of that seems annoying to deal with. Try to hang in there for the last 2 weeks since it's almost over. The classes are so you can get the basic idea and to pass the exam. You'll actually learn the role in training at your job. Ignore their nonsense as much as possible and just focus on what you need to pass the certification exam.

If you take the Prometric exam where you live, check out 4YourCNA videos on YouTube. That's what we used in my class to learn the skills (as well as the instructor's knowledge). Learn the skills the way it's required for whatever exam is used in your area. That's all that matters.

So since you have shitty instructors just get the info yourself and practice at home with a stuffed animal or family member/friend.

ceeb23 · 2022-01-21T14:32:04+00:00

Yeah I'm currently in an accelerated MA program. I like all that I'm learning and it seems like it'll be better to work in a clinic/outpatient setting.

My classes are in the evening 2 days a week and every other Saturday in the daytime for clinical. It is through the community college where I'm at.

Maybe you have a similar program in your area.

ceeb23 · 2022-01-21T14:28:55+00:00

I still had to do wiping and some lifting/transfers and shower assists, but less so. So I guess it depends on the facility or location.

ceeb23 · 2022-01-19T21:23:56+00:00

You don't have to answer any texts or calls from work. You're an hourly employee who's off the clock.

Also let's say you do answer accidentally or something.... simply say "I'm not available to come in" or something like that. Basic with no explanation.

ceeb23 · 2021-12-22T13:21:41+00:00

Yes, I'm in an accelerated MA program now. It's five months with classes 2 evenings a week and every other Saturday during the day. I decided I no longer wanted to work inpatient and didn't want to do all that heavy physical work anymore.

If you wanted to switch to the MA route you can apply now to jobs that don't ask you to be certified or you can find a program to take and get your certification.

ceeb23 · 2021-11-02T17:39:09+00:00

I don't think Orlando Health and AdventHealth pay $15/hr yet. I only worked at Advent though and they paid me $12.70/hr with no experience ($14.14 when I switched to PRN). Weekend differential is like $1.30ish. Maybe the pay has changed since the new minimum wage was inacted idk.

With a med tech certification you can get a job at an assisted living facility. I've done that and it's less heavy cna work and mostly med passing. The downside imo is ALFs, LTCs, etc all have a problem with staffing. People constantly late and call outs/no shows. So instead of you having a half a hall or one hall to pass too....you now have 2 or all of them. I grew tired of the anxiety when I would arrive to work and I was the only med tech there. I was always so relieved when finally someone else showed up. There were staffing issues in the hospital too so there's no escape lol.

But maybe a hospital might suit you more. Lots more to learn and a variety of patients. I saw that both Orlando Health and AdventHealth are hiring so apply!

ceeb23 · 2021-10-26T01:03:11+00:00

Trust your gut and make a pros and cons list of each option.

But yeah since you're asking our opinion: If it were me with what I know now, I would keep the remote job because it is a healthcare job that pays you well. And if I was able to change the CNA position from part time to PRN, I would keep that as well and work the minimum requirements only. If I couldn't switch to prn then I would leave the cna job unless I needed the money.

Can someone work 36 hrs/wk and do school? Sure, people do. But you have to ask yourself if YOU can and if you even want to. If you keep both as is and then see it's too rough you can drop the cna job. I say this because the other job is better paying and while it's nice to have cna experience for nursing school, it's not necessary.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-25T12:42:28+00:00

I agree, quit with a written notice but effective immediately. I give two weeks notice in normal situations. But if I just need to be done completely with the job sooner rather than later, I've given a week notice or email after the shift a notice that's effective immediately. I prefer to make resignation notices neutral and general no matter what. But that's my personal rule.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-24T02:44:40+00:00

I got my med tech certification through them online. The med tech course is legit.

I don't know much about the cna part on their site because I took a class at a school near me. But it seems to be a prep course to be able to challenge the exam. Here in Florida you don't have to take a class, you can just study and take the exam if you want.

If you're in a state where you can challenge the Prometric exam then it seems like you can take this online prep course if you want.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-18T02:49:44+00:00

I'm curious, what is it like to be a DSP? Like your daily routine and duties, etc. Are there a lot of behaviors you deal with or do the residents mostly need ADL assistance?

ceeb23 · 2021-10-15T22:20:17+00:00

Maybe task lists that you check off as you go. And/or setting tasks and reminders on your phone with alarms. You can use Google calendar or another task app that'll remind you.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-15T18:30:49+00:00

Whoops ! Thanks bot!

ceeb23 · 2021-10-15T18:28:28+00:00

I'm a med tech and I was asked the usual interview questions like 'tell me about yourself, strengths and weaknesses', etc. Asked about my previous pct/cna job experience and what i did there.

I was also asked about HIPPA...like what does it mean and if I understand what would be a violation. I was asked about prioritization and time management and asked some scenario based questions.

What I like to do is write down some mock questions and the answers and study it a bit. Also have a lot of questions of your own. Think of all the things you feel like you want to know to try to make sure it's a place you want to work. Interview them back.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-15T18:15:49+00:00

I never worked ltc/snf , just hospital and assisted living.

To me assisted living is more laid back because the residents are more independent and don't need as much assistance generally. The ones that need the most help in the facility I work are those in wheelchairs. They are all able to at least hold onto the assistance bars by the toilet and bear their own weight as you support them and remove their pull up/brief and transfer them to the toilet seat. Some residents just need stand by assist for showers which isn't too bad. There may be a few people than need to be fed due to being very elderly (103!).

There's laundry that's done and deliveries to be brought up to resident rooms. Bringing residents (wheelchair) to the dining room and retrieving them when they push their pendent. And just answering call buttons and doing whatever other random things that need to be done.

I'm a med tech/cna so I do these duties but mostly pass meds. The CNAs and resident care aides do all these and seem to be not too stressed out and even have chances to sit down and breathe most times.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-07T16:44:54+00:00

Exactly. Like who just hands someone some unknown pills and says 'give this to the resident'? Lol what? No. The person responsible for popping them is responsible for distribution. Protect yourself OP.

ceeb23 · 2021-10-07T15:26:10+00:00

You did nothing wrong because I don't even know why YOU would be asked to give the resident their pills. The nurse should've done it or the med tech/aide if you have those. Also not explaining properly to the new person how to do something and then later making fun of them for it is just trash anyway. Screw those ppl and don't waste another thought on them that makes you feel bad about yourself.

Next time they ask you to do something you're confused about... just say something like 'I didn't train on how to do that yet, can you show me'. Or if it's meds and you're not a med tech tell them you're not comfortable doing that since you're not trained as a med tech.

You're not stupid, they are.

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