SnowbirdinFL

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1. The Everlasting Brief Change

   SnowbirdinFL posted a topic in CNA/MA

   hey folks, I work the overnight shift and I do my rounds like I'm supposed to. When the 7-3 shift shows up, they tear me a new one if even one person needs a brief change (most are incontinent). One even yelled down the hall like a banshee "X IS DIRT...

2. CNAs w/ no prior healthcare experience, how long did it take you to find a job?

   SnowbirdinFL replied to pinkstethoscope's topic in CNA/MA

   Two weeks after I passed my state exam

3. how do you wear your hair when going to work as a cna

   SnowbirdinFL replied to cnamommyto2's topic in CNA/MA

   I used to have my hair down to the middle of my back in a ponytail. I got BM in my hair one night and when I discovered this, I washed the BM out and cut my hair. My hair is hangs about an inch below my earlobes now. I have told people that if I get ...

4. Choosing a CNA Program in Tampa

   SnowbirdinFL replied to Nclhen's topic in CNA/MA

   I trained at the Red Cross chapter of Tampa Bay. Very good instructors who were understanding and very patient with me. I know it's not an accredited program but it doesn't have to be for you to take the state exam. Total cost including uniforms and ...

5. How far do you travel for work??

   SnowbirdinFL replied to futurenurseheather's topic in CNA/MA

   I live next door to my job

6. What would you be if you weren't a CNA?

   SnowbirdinFL posted a topic in CNA/MA

   This is just meant to be a thread that shows the various kinds of folks that come upon the CNA forum. Answers can include what you used to do before being a CNA. To start this off: I considered becoming a high school English teacher until I thought ...

7. Ever been told to falsify documents?

   SnowbirdinFL replied to Poi Dog's topic in CNA/MA

   One of our ADL books had holes in it throughout a particular month. A new month was about to start along with new ADL sheets and the old ones would be turned in to medical records. The charge nurse on duty knew about said holes and went up to her CNA...

8. Stupid Rules...

   SnowbirdinFL replied to CoffeemateCNA's topic in CNA/MA

   That would make too much sense. I know the "no brief changes between 5 and 7 rule" was in place partially because there was concern about dirty linen barrels being in the hallway at the same time as the tray carts and how this is in part a cross-cont...

9. Funny things your residents have said/done...

   SnowbirdinFL posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I get so sick of looking at the downside to being a CNA (not bashing anyone here). I just thought of this thread idea that could be a bit funny.... To start this off... 1) I had a demented LOL who wanted a cigarette. I could not give her one because ...

10. Stupid Rules...

    SnowbirdinFL replied to CoffeemateCNA's topic in CNA/MA

    To start off with..I currently work 2nd shift. Will be going to 3rd shift in two weeks. Between 5 and 7 PM, we are not allowed to change briefs due to a concern regarding cross-contamination. Earlier this week, we had a special inservice because res...

11. How long before you felt comfortable being a CNA?

    SnowbirdinFL replied to californication's topic in CNA/MA

    The previous posters are spot on with their advice. I just have one thing to say regarding feeling rushed. I would be thinking to myself "Do you want this done quickly or safely?" People that place TOO much emphasis on speed have the potential to hav...

12. What you'd REALLY like to say....

    SnowbirdinFL replied to ICor9:24's topic in CNA/MA

    I so wish I could say in these instances "Are your arms and legs broken?". I know that nurses have med passes (among other things) to do, but a nice chunk of our nurses spend 1/4 of the shift behind the nurses' station NOT charting.

13. Wish there was someone I could talk to...

    SnowbirdinFL replied to SnowbirdinFL's topic in CNA/MA

    I am going to try to go to the 11-7 shift later on this year since I hope to go back to school later on this fall, but the next few months are not going to be easy. I know everyone has a point in their career/job where their sanity is really stretche...

14. Wish there was someone I could talk to...

    SnowbirdinFL posted a topic in CNA/MA

    I know what I am about to discuss is not unique to healthcare by any means but that does not in any way condone nonsense by staff. I feel alone at my job. I feel as though I am working on a unit that discourages residents' rights and productivity. I ...

15. Freaking out! possible patient safety issue

    SnowbirdinFL replied to SnowbirdinFL's topic in CNA/MA

    I ended up telling the night supervisor what happened last night. I told her that I was not trying to get "Betty" in trouble but I didn't want to be guilty of hiding information. I told her that this resident was gently lowered to the floor as oppose...