natd9

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1. Trying to avoid undesirable CNA duties

   natd9 replied to girtenbt's topic in CNA/MA

   I don't see how the OP is lazy just because she's reluctant to the tasks she mentioned. It's not everyone's cup of tea, and calling her lazy just because of her preference is rude. OP, those things are a big part of a CNA's duties. I really don't se...

2. So disappointed in the testing situation here in Florida.

   natd9 replied to Smlpkg122's topic in CNA/MA

   I am so sorry It really makes you wonder what their motivation is: to get people started in their health careers, or make money.I know setting the scale to zero is one of the checking points of the task, as I'm looking at my Prometric study guide ...

3. In need of advice for state exam.

   natd9 replied to natd9's topic in CNA/MA

   Thanks for the help!

4. In need of advice for state exam.

   natd9 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   It's the Michigan state exam, by the way. I have a couple of questions. Is the written portion of the exam from the basics taught in CNA classes? I took the CNA course through Red Cross and still have the textbook. I'm re-reading it to hopefully prep...

5. First day of clinicals on Monday... any advice?

   natd9 replied to natd9's topic in CNA/MA

   Thanks for replying, everyone. Tonight was my last day of clinicals, and I passed! I'm so relieved right now; the course seems to have lasted forever. I really enjoyed going to the LTC everyday, and getting to know the residents. I will try to take ...

6. First day of clinicals on Monday... any advice?

   natd9 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   Our first day was actually Friday, but all we did was sit around and do busywork, so no interaction with the residents. Each student is assigned to one resident on Monday, and we will have to do bed bath, shower, perineal care, transferring, etc. I'm...

7. CNA Tuition?

   natd9 replied to LikesToWander's topic in CNA/MA

   I paid $1000 to receive CNA training through Red Cross. I'm greatly disappointed. To begin with, the course, in my opinion, isn't worth a $1000. We have to bring everything of our own, including toothbrushes, towels, cloths, etc. No uniforms included...

8. Is a CNA's job a good reflection of what an RN does?

   natd9 replied to natd9's topic in CNA/MA

   Thanks to everyone for the help. I'm in a dilemma because I'm in my final semester of nursing pre-reqs, and I was going to apply to nursing schools in April/May. Now, I'm not sure... If I don't like the CNA course, I can just imagine how much I'm goi...

9. Is a CNA's job a good reflection of what an RN does?

   natd9 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I'm currently taking a CNA course through Red Cross, just finished my second week of class yesterday. I do not like the class. I took the class so I can start working in the health field while waiting to get into nursing school to become an RN, but I...

10. CNA Red Cross training?

    natd9 replied to Nelle84's topic in CNA/MA

    I registered for the Red Cross CNA course a few months ago and paid $1000 for it. For the TB test, I went to a place where it was offered for free. My classes are January 4-February 1, 5-9:45 PM. If you need help paying, the papers I received through...

11. How hard is to find a CNA job with minimal work experience?

    natd9 replied to natd9's topic in CNA/MA

    Thanks for the help. I live in Michigan, a not so hot market to be job hunting....

12. How hard is to find a CNA job with minimal work experience?

    natd9 posted a topic in CNA/MA

    Due to the advise of members here, I have decided to start my CNA training soon. I'll be taking it through Red Cross, January 1st-February 4th. Now that I've payed the fees and everything, I'm concerned about actually finding a CNA job. I'll be 20 by...

13. Survery of Organic and Biochemistry--am I taking the wrong Organic class?

    natd9 replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in Pre-Nursing

    That's one of the pre-req courses nursing programs around here want. It's not an Organic Chemistry class. At my current college, in fact, Survey is CHE 1320 while General Chemistry is CHE 1510.

14. I'm a student finishing my nursing pre-reqs--CNA program worth it?

    natd9 replied to natd9's topic in CNA/MA

    Thanks everyone, I appreciate the help. My decision has been made easier by your posts... I checked up on the Red Cross Nursing Assistant program, and I plan to enroll in it next summer. It's $950, but I've heard very good reviews about it, so I hope...

15. I'm a student finishing my nursing pre-reqs--CNA program worth it?

    natd9 posted a topic in CNA/MA

    A little background: I'm currently finishing up my nursing pre-reqs; I will apply to nursing school for Fall 2010. I've applied for retail, fast-food, and typical teenage jobs (I'm 19), but no luck. I want some $$ of my own, but I'm just so discourag...