juniperpearl

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1. Scared about my CNA exam. Any advice, tips?

   juniperpearl replied to BabyGirlx3's topic in CNA/MA

   I just talked through my skill the whole time. 'Alright Mr. Jones, now I need to give you a bed bath if that's okay with you. Great, let me wash my hands & get my equipment together. Here's your call light & your bed is in low position. I'll ...

2. hospital vs home health vs LTC

   juniperpearl replied to lossholly's topic in CNA/MA

   Home health is extremely flexible, you can basically make your own schedule as long as there are clients who need a CNA during the times you are available. Home health agencies are typically pretty understanding when it comes to flexible scheduling.

3. CNAs in the Operating Room

   juniperpearl replied to sandiegojames's topic in CNA/MA

   I'm so excited to learn there's a place for CNA's in the OR! I can see how already being in there could help me get in as an RN! Thank you :)

4. CNAs in the Operating Room

   juniperpearl replied to sandiegojames's topic in CNA/MA

   Thank you for the information! I'm almost through CNA I & am leaning towards OR Nursing after nursing school & this would be a great introduction!

5. Age of a late bloomer

   juniperpearl replied to lilbrice25's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I hope not! I just turned 29 & will get my CNA II before starting my pre reqs. If all goes as planned I won't even start nursing school until I'm 31. I know plenty of RN who didn't start until after 25 :)

6. case about obstetrics(i need your help)

   juniperpearl replied to sama alghad's topic in Student Assist

   Oh & if we're talking EMS first priority on scene is the same as any other -Scene safe? BSI.

7. case about obstetrics(i need your help)

   juniperpearl replied to sama alghad's topic in Student Assist

   Is childbirth in the BLS scope of practice? What would your priorities be on a call involving bleeding, possible airway obstruct? What info do you think would be pertinent? Would you need to know things like how far along is mom? Does mom have any me...

8. The Truth of being a C.N.A

   juniperpearl replied to C.N.A2291's topic in CNA/MA

   If you're looking for glory EMS is not the place for you. If it's not in you to be a caregiver then get out if healthcare. I have my EMT-B & I'm in CNA class. In this field if you can't accept your own pat on the back as your reward for a job wel...

9. What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

   juniperpearl replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

   I'm former EMS but can I chime in too? -I've been dizzy for 3 years -There's a boil on my butt -I got diabetes ma'am, I can't help it (ETOH requested by PD) -I want to give my mom this gift & she'll only come see me if I'm in the hospital -Itchy ...

10. How much is too much when you catheterize

    juniperpearl replied to MidnightTang's topic in General Nursing

    When I was working EMS we picked up a homeless man after the police requested us ETOH on board. He topped out a urinal in the back of my truck; easily 1400 ml. I'm not even through CNA I class yet so my Anatomy knowledge is very basic but the only re...

11. Advice on the track to RN

    juniperpearl replied to juniperpearl's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much! I'm still figuring things out but I'll make it work! I know the end result is whats important & the sacrifices I have to make will be well worth it.

12. CNA pre-admissions test?

    juniperpearl replied to Godislove11's topic in CNA/MA

    Two schools in my area & one required placement testing & the other didn't require anything but payment for the class. Neither required an interview! I guess it just depends on where you're at?

13. Advice on the track to RN

    juniperpearl replied to juniperpearl's topic in General Nursing

    My school doesn't have a daycare center but they do have daycare assistance & I'm sure we will qualify. The perk of LPN before RN (other than the experience) is that only LPN are offered nursing classes in the evening. Daycare closes at 6pm &...

14. Advice on the track to RN

    juniperpearl replied to juniperpearl's topic in General Nursing

    I appreciate your feedback so very much! I think you're both leading me in the right direction & I can see how the money would draw me into staying in a position instead of continuing on to get my RN. I still have some figuring out to do as far a...

15. Advice on the track to RN

    juniperpearl posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a current CNA student. I have my EMT also. I have a 8.5 month old baby & I'm a stay at home mom. We don't have a lot of money & it's a strain for us to put our baby in daycare for 2 days a week so I can go to class. I'm giving all this ba...