Ytellu

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1. Starting as a CNA and working your way up the ladder

   Ytellu replied to Apenland's topic in CNA/MA

   The good thing about starting off as a CNA is to see first hand what you would like to do and not like to do in the future. I know some CNA's that went on to become RN's, surgical techs and unit clerks. Best of luck.

2. CNA questions

   Ytellu replied to MVitiello's topic in CNA/MA

   I work in a hospital which I got right out of CNA school and we get tutition reimbursement to continue our education. When interviewing for a job ask about what 'benefits' are available for continuing education. I have friends who worked in nursing h...

3. New CNA in Philly ; HELP!!

   Ytellu replied to brinkofgreatness's topic in CNA/MA

   I live in NY not Pa but start looking at long term care facilities. They normally will hire with no experience. I got a hospital job with no experience but getting a hospital job really depends on the facility. Also, agencies may place you per diem ...

4. FED UP CNAS!!!!

   Ytellu replied to marineswife0809's topic in CNA/MA

   Sounds like the admins at that facility are on a major power trip. I wonder if anyone ever challenged that policy with the Dept of Labor! I know I would.

5. Just got my first CNA job!

   Ytellu replied to Weezy24's topic in CNA/MA

   Congrats on your new job.

6. Don't know if this is legit...

   Ytellu replied to BXmetro's topic in CNA/MA

   Sometimes it's best to find a job the old fashion way.....hitting the sidewalk. I would recommend visiting nursing homes, adult homes, rehabs with resume in hand and fill out applications. I work in a hospital and for an agency as a hospital sitter ...

7. Dumb mistake,help!!!!

   Ytellu replied to UpstateNyDollCna's topic in CNA/MA

   Don't sweat it. I'm in NY and had to get another copy from Prometric. The sheet of paper the certificate is on also has a card on it you can cut out. Like the prior poster said they can always check the registry and your certificate should be good...

8. Frustrated, need to vent.

   Ytellu replied to EphemeralMelody's topic in CNA/MA

   I just did my FAFSA and I got the max on the Pell grant of 5500 and it said I was eligible for a student loan up to 9500. Since I don't plan to go back to school until next September I haven't looked into the payback on the loan. Depending on your s...

9. Frustrated, need to vent.

   Ytellu replied to EphemeralMelody's topic in CNA/MA

   Well 12 grand is a lot of money but they are training you also as a medical assistant and that makes you employable. Most grants you get will not cover 100% of your schooling. Have you spoken to the schools financial department? Are there any long te...

10. New CNA, not too well at taking insults.

    Ytellu replied to stargirl018's topic in CNA/MA

    In my opinion the next time the resident says to you "I'm telling or you're stupid" I would say "Don't worry I will go and have it documented you think I'm stupid and I will document you are not patient and uncooperative" Let the chips fall where th...

11. Getting fired for reporting bullying

    Ytellu replied to sam1984's topic in CNA/MA

    Unfortunately, you don't have any recourse. Living in a "at will" state they can fire you for anything as long as it isn't discrimination. If it happend to you it will happen to the next person. When applying elsewhere just be honest with them. I ...

12. When working in the hospital Which Floor is the Best Floor

    Ytellu replied to cscott123412's topic in Technicians

    Med/Surg is the way to go. You get all kinds of patients.

13. Transfer my lisence from CA to NY?

    Ytellu replied to yajaira21's topic in CNA/MA

    hello. i live in ny. call the nursing aide registry and ask for reciprocity. here is the info. good luck. [color=#192665]new york nurse aide registry ny state department of health - bureau of professional credentialing 161 delaware ave., delmar, n...

14. I HAVE an interview for "neuro step down" wing at a hospital, someone fill me in....

    Ytellu replied to gorideaquad's topic in CNA/MA

    When I interviewed for my hospital job I honestly said that working in a hospital would personally be a better fit for me. The HR manager told me she hears that quite often and either your a fit for LTC or your not. I'd be honest with them and say ...

15. Stay at Home Mom Deciding on CNA Certification....

    Ytellu replied to MomOfTwo2009's topic in CNA/MA

    Fuzzywuzzy was pretty accurate about working in long term care. I've worked both in long term care and currently in a hospital setting. Long term care is not for everyone. It wasn't for me. Like you I had a family member in a hospital and it inspir...