Penny82

Penny82 specializes in LTC.

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1. Acne and working with patients

   Penny82 replied to Vegemite's topic in CNA/MA

   I went to a dermatologist. A resident pointed out my zits one day in front of everyone and it became this big deal. Even the nurses were talking about it to me and offering me advice on what drugs to take and what not. I couldn't deal with that anymo...

2. CCU?

   Penny82 replied to Penny82's topic in Colorado

   Definitely check out UNC. My final decision is to go there for their second degree program after meeting with an adviser there. It's an awesome school. They have a 100% NCLEX pass rate and ~99% student retention. If a student leaves it's more likely ...

3. Nursing schools in the Denver area?

   Penny82 replied to sandy022's topic in Colorado

   http://www.colorado-nursing-schools.com/

4. Traditional BSN program if you already have a bachelor's degree

   Penny82 posted a topic in Colorado

   I'm not sure an accelerated program is right for me, but I already have a bachelor's degree. If you do a traditional program, are you starting over from scratch? I'm looking at UNC specifically since that's where I got my first degree and I loved the...

5. Metro Accelerated BSN

   Penny82 replied to Yayamaya's topic in Colorado

   I got my letter yesterday. I'm on the alternates list so more waiting and wondering are in my future.

6. What states require only CNA license to work in a hospital?

   Penny82 replied to Cherryrizzo's topic in CNA/MA

   You don't need any additional certs in CO either.

7. What's in your CNA work bag?

   Penny82 replied to Poi Dog's topic in CNA/MA

   In my bag: extra scrubs, bp cuff and stethoscope, tylenol, cough drops, some kind icy hot type stuff for sore muscles, my food for the evening, wallet, cell phone, gait belt (though I put in on as soon as I get there), and sunglasses. In my pockets: ...

8. Anyone here too "small" to become a CNA?

   Penny82 replied to ciarline's topic in CNA/MA

   I'm only 5' too and I don't have any problems. I get comments about how strong I am despite being so small all the time. It's just a matter of figuring out your body mechanics. Being short can be an advantage. It's a lot easier to get under the patie...

9. Metro Accelerated BSN

   Penny82 replied to Yayamaya's topic in Colorado

   I haven't heard anything. I'm tired of waiting, but what can you do? Hopefully, we'll find out soon.

10. CCU?

    Penny82 replied to Penny82's topic in Colorado

    Thanks for all of the info on both sides of the spectrum. I don't think this school is a good fit for me. Good luck to those in the program.

11. Difficult showers

    Penny82 replied to Penny82's topic in CNA/MA

    I ended up asking for help and it went as well as can be expected. The resident yelled and swore at me the entire time, but that's typical for her during any type of cares. Changing her into a night gown the other day was a challenge and in her opini...

12. CCU?

    Penny82 posted a topic in Colorado

    Do any of you have any experience with Colorado Christian University. They have a BSN program that I'm interested in and they have CCNE accreditation, but other than what's on their website I don't know anything about the school. I'm not sure I want ...

13. Has anyone accidentely got a patients urine or anything on them

    Penny82 replied to afromom's topic in CNA/MA

    One of residents constantly has loose to watery bm due to some digestive issues. I transferred him one day and his knees gave out all of a sudden. It was all I could do to get him to the toilet and keep him off the floor. During all of this I managed...

14. 4th night on the job and I cried all the way home

    Penny82 replied to lilbearzmom's topic in CNA/MA

    I struggled a lot too in the beginning. It took quite a bit of time before I really felt like I knew what I was doing and I still have days where I'm not so sure. I had to ask for help with a difficult shower the other day because the resident still ...

15. Difficult showers

    Penny82 posted a topic in CNA/MA

    I have a resident that absolutely refuses to take a shower. The other aids just take her in the shower room and do it. They usually end up getting verbally abused or worse, physically abused. I have a problem with forcing anyone to do something they ...