jaytek13

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1. CNA vs. EMT

   jaytek13 replied to hotmama2be's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Eh, the quicker you get used to those things the better IMO. If you're going for nursing you're going to encounter those things all the time. Aside from that, there are benefits to either. EMT teaches...

2. Bad handwriting and job appilcations?

   jaytek13 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   I have very bad handwriting. I'm an IT person and have been working with computers for a very long time. I seldom write anything at all, and subsequently my handwriting borders on illegible, even when...

3. CNA questions, pay...

   jaytek13 replied to babywearingdoula's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Of course, you have to keep in mind that for most places the rate of pay has some correlation to the cost of living in that area. Obviously CNA's are going to be paid more in big cities, but that...

4. 4 days until my test!

   jaytek13 replied to chickapea's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Here in Michigan they tell you right away whether you passed or not. Still have to wait a week or two to get your certification, but it's nice to know right then and there anyways. As far as tips are...

5. From real good to real bad overnite

   jaytek13 replied to Hospice RNCM's topic in General Nursing

   Sorry wrong

6. Mannequins or REAL ppl?

   jaytek13 replied to Wi5eguy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   I had a real person for a bed to wheelchair transfer on the skills test... which I failed. It's really quite different from practicing on mannequins which is what we mostly did in class. Unfortunately...

7. Scrubs...

   jaytek13 replied to SweetLily's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Well, they have to be fairly short sleeved normally. I'm not sure of what your particular class requires, but anywhere you would work would require that the sleeves be above the elbow, as longer...

8. Failed my state test

   jaytek13 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   I failed the skills test. I had 3 objectives... Catheter care, female perineal care, and pt transfer from bed to wheelchair. I failed the transfer portion. I'm not really sure why. I reviewed the...

9. recent grad CNA student...

   jaytek13 replied to Bluemoon576's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Most people find it much easier to get into a long term care facility right off the bat rather than a hospital. Most hospitals require at least 6mo. - 1yr of experience before they'll hire you. Also,...

10. What do you think?

    jaytek13 replied to dodgerla's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There's a lot of things to consider besides just how close the LTC facility is. First of all, are you planning on going RN later on or already in the process? Many hospitals offer tuition...

11. Stick it out or....

    jaytek13 replied to neb4882's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Honestly, with only 2 weeks left is there any good reason not to finish? You'll be able to put the class on your resume, and I would imagine that during the last week of the class they will have you...

12. Schweet

    jaytek13 replied to bakpakr's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It's always nice to take the first step. I am also using experience as a CNA as a stepping stone to get to a

13. What are your hours like?

    jaytek13 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Whether it be in a hospital or LTC facility, what kind of hours do you work? I am taking a CNA class next month and plan on going to school for nursing thereafter. Do these places work with you in...

14. Ap 1

    jaytek13 replied to Glina's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I believe most people consider Gray's Anatomy to be the premier study guide for A&P.

15. Is professor homophobic or just tough?

    jaytek13 replied to RISC601's topic in Male Nursing Students

    This entire post is homophobic. He said he talks about his family, just as anyone would... I'm sure he's not walking into class and making sure everyone knows he's gay. But much like how a straight...