I agree with the previous person. It is something you do eventually come to expect; however, there is always that one resident/client you bond with in a very emotionally intimate way who you will feel the loss of maybe more than another. Allow yourse...
cheleincali replied to bradycardic's topic in CNA/MA
If you are going to challenge it, I would recommend getting the book they would be testing you out of to review. For example, the Red Cross handbook for CNA's would be your go to in California.
cheleincali replied to Axm611291's topic in CNA/MA
Personally, I prefer working NOC over any other shift for many of the reasons cited above. Some nights are hectic, especially if there is a flu bug going through the unit; however, there seems to be a better dynamic in team members too.
cheleincali replied to Tiffmarie1993's topic in CNA/MA
Hang in there! Sounds like the CNA you were assigned to probably needs to reexamine whether this is a good role for her. It is possible she is burned out. Either way not a good fit for you. There are great YouTube videos and other resources to help ...
cheleincali replied to sucess2012's topic in CNA/MA
I also live in the Sacramento area. I found obtaining my CNA while working towards obtaining my nursing degree helped immensely and in speaking to nurses, I found that the ones who had been CNA's before or during nursing school found it to help them...
cheleincali replied to luvlife22's topic in CNA/MA
In Northern California, most CNA's start out at 10-12 per hour. However, after a year or two of experience, UCD here in Sacramento is hiring CNA's to be patient transporters and they start at about 16-18 per hour. Dept of Corrections pays CNA's 200...
I understand your frustration which is why I opted to go from CNA to LVN and then do the bridge to RN/BSN. Much easier to get into RN programs this way from everything I have found in speaking with RN programs in our area and the Bay Area. Luckily ...
When I was researching CNA programs in the Sacramento area, I noticed this one was not listed on Allnurses or really anywhere. However, they are contracted with SETA to be a preferred provider, which means SETA will pay for your schooling if you fal...
I agree with what vintagemother stated. Patient safety, infection control, and privacy as well as communicating with the "patient" as you are performing tasks is key. One thing that helped me was to remember my training and act as if I was not bein...
cheleincali replied to rivershark2005's topic in CNA/MA
I would definitely file a complaint with HR and the Labor Board on this one. Not sure what state you are in, but here in CA, these are all big no-no's. For one thing your condition is a chemical imbalance and is covered under ADA laws. They cannot...
cheleincali replied to picturelady's topic in CNA/MA
One of the things, I learned quickly as a student was to figure out what kind of learner I was. Once you know this, it helps you build strategies that work for you. I am a visual learner and most instructors tend to teach to auditory learners, so I...
cheleincali replied to nick7331's topic in Correctional
Thanks for the information, CChezum. Definitely good information there. Was wondering the same thing. Just applied here in California to work as a CNA within the prison systems in NorCal. Had planned on working as CNA within prisons while I went ...
cheleincali replied to NickiLaughs's topic in California
I am in Sacramento and see the postings all over the place, but have heard that recent grads definitely have a harder time; which is something that concerns me. However, I am optimistic and flexible if need be.