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So, you have completed your training for CNA, passed the State test and received your license, now what? Do you have an idea of where you would like to utilize your training and skills? If not, the first step is to consider the type of employment and environment that fits your personality and goals. CNAs are afforded a wide range of environments in which to work: nursing homes, hospitals, patients’ homes, assisted living facilities and hospice organizations. Furthermore, CNAs can explore the option of working independently as contractors; basically working for themselves.

It is important to research the employers that have openings for CNAs. Put some effort into researching what kind of continuing educational benefits they offer. Do they offer their employees and staff tuition assistance to further one’s credentials in the health care field? Do they provide continuing educational classes on site? If you wish to advance in the medical field, it is most wise to know how and if the prospective employer will assist you in gaining advanced training and education. Most employers will want to have the most trained and educated health care members on staff. However, you must do the research to find the best one.

Part of that research should focus on finding a position that offers flexibility and benefits, such as:

401k contribution

Vacation Pay

Disability Insurance

Medical Insurance

Pension Plan

Flexible Work Hours

The above benefits, when collectively added to your wages, make for a substantial annual salary package. Your salary package, including benefits, is something to give thorough consideration before accepting or rejecting an offer of employment.  Quite frankly, when you add all the above benefits together, it is feasible to be presented with an annual salary package valued at approximately $40,000.00.

The crux of the whole shebang is this—a CNA career can be most rewarding, offer flexibility and many benefits. Even if you are intend to work as a CNA for only a short time, to use the position as a stepping stone to a more advanced position, such as LPN, RN, and even MD, the benefits are many. Be assured that most CNAs are seen as crucial members of the health care environment. Starting out as an CNA affords you opportunities that present advancement credentials, experience, education, and stable income.