BuddahNature

BuddahNature has 29 years experience and specializes in med-surg, geriatrics, adult homecare.

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1. Need your help please

   BuddahNature replied to Ninja Nurse's topic in CNA/MA

   My honest opinion is, it is a bad idea all the way around,because mixing friendship with business can result in unpleasent outcomes, which can result in your friendship going down hill. if you want to help, pitch in ,and lend a hand from time to time...

2. A question about hiring new CNA's

   BuddahNature replied to Miwila's topic in LPN/LVN

   Had no idea a new CNA had such problems finding a job, being as in long term care there is a really a huge turnover,from what I have seen. However,maybe you can tip the scales more in your favor. These may be things you already know,but Ifeel they a...

3. I want to become a home health nurse. Please give me some advice on how to begin.

   BuddahNature replied to roro13us's topic in Home Health

   I would suggest you go apply. Many of those you have taken care of in nursingST homes were once consumers of home health. Can you work independently,have good assessment skills,and nursing skills are some of the qualities you need. Keep in mind in ho...

4. CMA need same pay as RN

   BuddahNature replied to nc cma's topic in CNA/MA

   I can tell you are going through a rough time at work. Like it or not here is the reality you will have to deal with. More education,equals more pay. I am not saying you do not deserve more pay,but in the work world, and certainly in nursing,that is ...

5. Distance Learning - I'm all ears....

   BuddahNature replied to raiderz1973's topic in Online Learning

   I have recently used this forum to read multiple posts anout TCN anf ISU. I was already strongly leaning toward Excelsior College,and after reading umpteen posts about TCN and ISU,I am now 1000% sure I have made the right choice for me. It sounds won...

6. Distance Learning - I'm all ears....

   BuddahNature replied to raiderz1973's topic in Online Learning

   I totally agree with you. I think it would be better to contact ISU directly.I would tread carefully with them though because they supposedly work hand in hand with College Networks. In either case I say get lawyered up before signing on the dotted l...

7. Distance Learning - I'm all ears....

   BuddahNature replied to raiderz1973's topic in Online Learning

   Today, I spoke with an "advisor" from the College Network. I asked specifically about finding a clinical site and a preceptor.I was told if unable to find a preceptor,and clinical site,they can provide both to me.I asked if they would put this in wr...

8. Death of a pt

   BuddahNature replied to LVN2010M's topic in CNA/MA

   I just want to add that post mortem care is not the sole responsibility of the CNA. While the CNA geneally does this,sometimes it is necessary for a nurse to help. I am a LPN who once had a CNA afraid to do post mortem care, but who more than meet ex...

9. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

   BuddahNature replied to Shante1985's topic in CNA/MA

   Glad to hear everything is falling into place for you.Best to you in everything you strive for,future MD Shante.

10. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

    BuddahNature replied to Shante1985's topic in CNA/MA

    Let's not mix apple and oranges here,present goals with future goals. Let's focus on immediate needs,and take your personality into consideration. Well,if you are impatient than take that CNA course. However,I feel the Multi Skilled Technician course...

11. cna to lpn

    BuddahNature replied to nodramamomma's topic in CNA/MA

    I totally agree with everyone who says that being a CNA first has it's advantages.However,I feel your question has two differnt aspects to it. One part seems to ask ,Is being a CNA first better than just jumping straight into ` LPN school ? I persona...

12. Best states for LVN/LPNs?

    BuddahNature replied to ohyeahuh's topic in LPN-RN

    I would have no idea how to compare,one state to another,so,I am attemting to answer your question by telling you the staes and areas I am familar with. From my experience the Philadelphia.Pa. area has many employment oppurtunities. Also because,Pa.N...

13. cultural care for hispanic newborns--HELP PLZZZ

    BuddahNature replied to coltsgrl's topic in Student Assist

    if you type into your search engine latino women and cultural beliefsabout pregnancy and childbirth,I think you may find a wealth of information, with references I did read and learn quite a bit myself.

14. cultural care for hispanic newborns--HELP PLZZZ

    BuddahNature replied to coltsgrl's topic in Student Assist

    I would suggest you go to the source. Do you know any Hispanic people,or Hispanic nurses ? How about hopping on over to one of the forums in a state that has large numbers of Hispanic populations and pose your question to the nurses there. I am think...

15. Thanks to getting my RN license I may be jobless and homeless

    BuddahNature replied to expo4u's topic in Missouri

    I am sorry to hear about the uncertainity you are going through. I have an idea,but you will have to check to see if this strategy is legal. I would give up my license in the state I am in and apply for license in another state. When things get bette...