mmtorrez

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1. Single mom of 3, disorganized, discouraged & stressed

   mmtorrez replied to seattleattic's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I understand how you feel. I am a single mom, with only friends for help; his father and my family arent around. I work full time nights,and full time school while my son is in kindergarden. I feel guilty when I work, or go to class. I just tell myse...

2. Budgeting for nursing school

   mmtorrez replied to Brian's topic in General Students

   I have no idea how I will cope. As a single mom, working a full time job I don't have the abililty to soley focus on school. My only wish for the next two years is to finish nursing school, raise my son, continue working full time and manage to keep ...

3. Fall 2012 Microbiology Students -- STAND UP!

   mmtorrez replied to Exhaustipated's topic in Pre-Nursing

   New to this thread, but also taking Micro this semester(In Arizona) and at midterms as well. Though my proff hasn't posted any grades yet I know its kicking my butt. Its as though he is talking another language, ,and most of my classmates feel the sa...

4. Can CNAs work outside the Nursing home?

   mmtorrez replied to Pattycakes85's topic in CNA/MA

   Hospitals usually do hire within, or prefer to. Just check because some of the hospitals third party their dietary department, so it tech wouldn't be part of the hospital.

5. Working nights....tips anyone?

   mmtorrez replied to gracecase's topic in Technicians

   Sleep!! I work nights at a Childrens hospital and it took a few weeks for my body to transition. Bring healthy food to snack on during the night, as well as gum and flavored water. Make friends with your coworkers, they make the time go by .

6. Can CNAs work outside the Nursing home?

   mmtorrez replied to Pattycakes85's topic in CNA/MA

   CNAS can work pretty much everywhere. I work at a Childrens Hospital in my state and love it.If nursing home isn't where you want to be, then don't settle. I recommend going into staffing to get your foot in the door, as well as have the opportunity ...