breezycna

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breezycna has 3 years experience.


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  1. "Don't bother talking to residents with dementia.....

    That's a horrible and completely inaccurate thing to say, especially to someone who is just starting to train as a nursing assistant. Did you mention this to your instructor? They need to know so that they can 1) decide if it's necessary to bring it ...
  2. Here's the thing. I'm a CNA working my way through school (not nursing school). I work hard every shift. I do everything I need to do and often I do more. I have worked with other CNAs who are lazy and it's so incredibly dangerous. Write them up. Ser...
  3. Advice for a future CNA student? :)

    Learn from the class, but know that it's an entirely different beast to be working as a CNA on your own. I've been working as a CNA for long enough now. I barely remember class. You will need to adapt to your facility. Also, if you're going to be an ...
  4. fired for fall right after training? what to do?

    I need more info before making a statement. It all depends on if the patient had a PA of any kind, what you were told (or if it was common sense to stay, or if anything was implied), etc. Somebody saw fit to fire you and they don't want any wrongful ...
  5. Working and taking CNA class?

    No, it's not too much. I was working full time, going to university full time, and taking my CNA class all at the same time. NA class is a breeze. Being a CNA isn't.
  6. Would it be safe to continue as a CNA while pregnant?

    I have worked with several women who stayed until they couldn't any longer (bed rest, labor, etc). It totally depends on your personal pregnancy. You could work up until you go into labor, or you might be put on bedrest at month four. Do what's best ...
  7. Wanna be in NOC shift

    It all depends on your facility's rules, like Jaynie said. At my facility, you don't have to wait for an opening to change your schedule hours, but you have to work whatever has been scheduled already, so it could up to a month or so to get changed a...
  8. Being nervous is a good sign! Trust me. You will get all of these questions answered on site. Ask a lot of questions to the CNA(s) training you. Usually, facilities choose CNAs with a good amount of experience and a good attitude. Good luck!
  9. Considering becoming a CNA?

    I live in central WI and previously worked LTC as a CNA. It was a county job and paid $12.89. I just began working at an ALF as a CNA and I earn a little over $10. Just my two cents. I didn't actually read this whole thread, sorry if I messed it up! ...
  10. CNA Instuctor wants students to bath each other before real clinicals

    This seems inappropriate to me. I don't think you should have to strip to finish your CNA course. Have another discussion with the nursing admin or someone in a position higher than your teacher who is capable of helping. Bed baths are not that diffi...
  11. CNA: Day vs evening shift- which is better?

    Evening is way harder than days at the LTC where I work. It's not just answering call lights and roses and naptime for CNAs. I work evenings and nights. Our facility seems to have a lot of "shift wars" too.
  12. CNAs that take extended breaks

    CNAs at your facility get breaks? Sorry to hyjack the thread, but seriously, how do they even have the time? The LTCF where I work keeps a bare minimum of CNAs per shift, almost to the point where I believe it gets dangerous and humanly impossible (...
  13. Self injury scars on arms and patient questions.

    I wear long sleeves under my scrubs, but roll them up all the time during cares or if it's just way too hot in the facility. I've been asked about my visible self-injury scars and I just say, "Oh, they're just some scars from a long time ago," or "I ...
  14. Selecting which nursing homes to work at?

    There aren't many options by me, so I was about as picky as I could afford to be. I applied everywhere I could, only had three interviews (two at the same place), then ended up at the county LTCF where I am now. I wish you luck on your journey.
  15. CNAs "making up" vitals.

    I work in a LTC facility as a CNA. We are not responsible for vitals. However, we are able to take vitals as it is within the scope of practice--usually it's only done if a nurse asks, but sometimes I will take a radial pulse on a resident who compla...