CNAs Care About Company Culture

<p>Quanisah Bernard is a talented and experienced CNA and, with more than fourteen years of the profession under her belt, has a deep knowledge of the ins and outs of CNA culture.</p><p>After graduating from high-school in 2006 she started working at a nursing home in the dietary department. Soon after, she took a month-long CNA class which kicked off her journey as a CNA. </p><p>Since Quanisah had entered her first facility right after high-school she felt as though it was a second family. </p><p>Rather than treating her as a cog in the machine the administrators noticed her talent and proceeded to foster her skills and give her some chances to shine and be recognized. </p><p>It was only when the management changed and became less focused on providing this important acknowledgement and care to their employees that Quanisah decided to leave. </p><p>Though she had begun to think about the lack of a good salary, she states that it was this particular shift in company culture that forced her hand. </p><p>Though at this time, when senior care facilities are under intense pressure, it is difficult for them to pay employees a higher salary, it is important that they follow through with all financially related promises. </p><p>Quanisah states that even though the assurance of a raise or bonus may reflect well on a facility, not following through will cause CNAs to leave and let their colleagues know not to work there either. </p><p>Lastly, she explains that getting involved with colleges would be a great way to find and attract potential future CNAs who will be looking to apply for internships and positions at facilities.  </p><p> </p><p><strong>RELATED EPISODES </strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://the-nursing-home-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/cnas-make-them-want-to-stay" target="_blank">Ep. 77: CNAs: Make Them Want To Stay</a></li><li><a href="https://the-nursing-home-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/make-your-staff-want-to-stay" target="_blank">Ep. 73: Make Your Staff WANT To Stay!</a></li><li><a href="https://the-