I was a CNA years ago. Then I had a car accident and couldn't do the work anymore. It took a long time, but now I am healed enough to do it again. I've completed my classes and am waiting to do the skills portion of my test. I already have a job offer, assuming all goes well with the rather complicated onboarding process. I'm soon going to be a CNA again! And I am so happy about it!

There may be hospitals or faciilties that will either pay for CNA training or reimburse you for it. Some hospital emergency departments employ sitters, to watch patients one on one if they are there for SI reasons. They may be able to employ a person with only a high school diploma, but then they would like you to have your CNA within a certain time of being hired. Regulations vary from state to state.

If it floats your boat, being a medical receptionist usually requires only a high school diploma, and it is a vital role.