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All_night

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  1. Multiple CNA's refusing assigned task

    As a CNA, I have never said "no" to any delegated task. However, I will ask the RN to help me if they can when the task requires 2 people or if I'm worried about patient safety. I don't understand how...
  2. Pinny, you sound a lot like me, except I'm an experienced CNA for the time being rather than an RN. You know the strangest thing, though? I became unconfident and very anxious at work pretty much...
  3. I understand where your parents are coming from. Who knows? Maybe in the future you will end up working with some of your old coworkers in a whole different facility. The happiness of your cowrokers...
  4. Burnt Out/Stuck in Rut

    *Bump* I wish I had some advice for you, but I'm just barely out of school. Hopefully your fellow nurses can give their thoughts. Good luck
  5. You're very welcome! My hospital trains CNAs for 2 weeks (6 shifts), and I felt ready to be on my own by then. Hopefully you'll receive the same training. Leaving such great coworkers really must be...
  6. Sorry, I realized that I didn't completely answer your question. I am currently working at this job still (CNA on Med/Surge and ortho), and it'salso full time nights. I can honestly say that I love...
  7. My first CNA job was on a Med/Surg and Ortho floor. Ruby Vee gave you some good information. A lot of what you do now in LTC will carry on into this new job (taking vitals, cleaning up people and...
  8. Quitting nursing school?

    I actually used to feel that way, until I started working with patients as a caregiver/CNA. I'm not talking you into staying in nursing school, but there are ways to solve your problems. If you're...
  9. Not always. I spent 7 months as a caregiver before getting a job in acute care, and after hiring me, my hospital hired people with no heallthcare experience whatsoever. I should also mention that...
  10. No, thank goodness that doesn't happen at my facility. I know a CNA who was sprayed with feces when emptying a colostomy bag and needed to change at work. I've also accidentally spilled the contents...
  11. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    While reading all of these stories, it go me thinking about how I really don't want to leave any "energy" behind. I don't want to haunt my loved ones or anyone else for that matter! Nevertheless, I...
  12. Like many of the posters here, I also like being a CNA. However, I do work in a hospital where one no-call no-show can get you immediately terminated. Most everyone helps each other out and there is a...
  13. Jobs during nursing school?

    I'm surprised no one mention that being a caregiver is a pretty good job. Look on indeed.com for caregiver positions. Some agencies pay better than others, but it's easier than being a CNA, and they...
  14. What does your username mean?

    I almost thought that was a
  15. Student- Handling first surgery

    I also held one of my patients' legs while she pushed. Asked the RN to take over when my arms got tired, though. I was up close and personal during 2 (well, more like 1.5) lady partsl births. Embrace...
  16. She was saying when she, the CNA, hasn't peed in 9 hours. Used-to-be-CNA
  17. Chamberlain?

    So you're not attending Chamberlain now? Honestly, it's a lot of money, and they can cause real issues when it comes to transfer credits from other schools. How many years/semesters do you have until...
  18. Chamberlain or Maricopa CC

    As a current Chamberlain student who regrets attending the school, I approve of your decision And being a CNA is the best decision a nursing student can make! Good luck,
  19. Using phones as a sitter-thoughts?

    She's using common sense,
  20. Using phones as a sitter-thoughts?

    Just now learning there's no way to delete a post
  21. Frustrating... ED is Not Critical Care

    Last I checked, Midwestern in AZ does. Keep
  22. Can I even make it in nursing?

    You're very welcome Alexis I'm here if you need someone to lend an
  23. Is nursing school worth it?

    For those who were wondering, each session at Chamberlain is 2 months long. Yes, it's a very expensive school, especially if you haven't gotten most of your prerequisites out of the way. My opinion of...
  24. Can I even make it in nursing?

    I currently still have anxiety, but I used to have it really bad in my early college years. At that time, I am sure I wouldn't have been able to get through nursing school, much less nursing as an...
  25. New CNA job and its intimidating

    Congratulations on the new job! Being a skilled CNA takes time and experience. Keep in mind that your coworker has probably been a CNA for months, if not years. Ask your coworkers how long the...