beck_79

beck_79

LTC, subacute CNA

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  1. CNA being asked to go through patient med records

    beck_79 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The powers-that- be at work are now trying to implement a new duty for CNAs. We are supposed to go through the patient's charts-their medical records and fill out updated Assignment Cards weekly. We...

  2. CNA being asked to go through patient med records

    beck_79 replied to beck_79's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thanks for the replies, everyone. To clear things up a bit: this is both a LTC and Rehab facility. I am on the Rehab floor, so patients are always coming and going, therefore assignment cards need to...

  3. Overwhelmed in the first semester...

    beck_79 replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in General Students

    Oops, meant to quote you, but I hit the thank you button instead. :)Hang in there! I like to go to the Nursing computer lab at school and take some practice tests- they have lots of NCLEX programs....

  4. Do you take any stimulants?

    beck_79 replied to PopeJane3rd's topic in General Nursing

    I take NoDoze when I work my 12 hour night shifts. Usually all I need is half a

  5. I failed Med Surg 1

    beck_79 replied to klaney's topic in General Students

    scorpiostudent had some great suggestions. I highlight the heck out of my textbook, too. It helps me stay focused. I also jot down notes while I'm going along, too. This is all very time consuming,...

  6. Becoming a CNA in MA

    beck_79 replied to funfunfun's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I took mine at North Shore Community College. But that would be a trek coming from the South Shore. Try community colleges in your area. Some LTC facilities may offer training programs

  7. What is your stress relief during nursing school?

    beck_79 replied to mzjennx's topic in General Students

    I go to the gym. Even when I'm pressed for time I make an effort, b/c I feel so much better after. Also, cooking and cross

  8. Students are cut-throat!

    beck_79 replied to livenlearn08's topic in General Students

    I've only come across a couple of not- so nice people in my program, and avoid them. Just about everyone in my class seems really supportive with eachother. If someone is having trouble understanding...

  9. Do you use your TEXT BOOK?

    beck_79 replied to bioniclewoman's topic in General Students

    I use them all the time and highlight the heck out of them. :) I feel like I have to study for two different types of tests with Nursing: the exams that the teachers give (I focus on the lecture and...

  10. What is a Bailer shift?

    beck_79 replied to teadough's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work Baylor at my facility. My shift is Friday/ Saturday 7p to 7a. So I work 2 12 hour shifts and I get paid for 32 hours instead of just 24. It works great while I'm in school. I also pick up an...

  11. Night Shifters: Do you sleep?

    beck_79 replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't fallen asleep yet. But come 4 am, if it's not busy I will put my head down for 15 minutes or so to rest my body- and it actually helps. I'd never doze- I need to be alert and able to...

  12. 3 12's - in a row or break them up?

    beck_79 replied to bisacat's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I like to do 3 in a row and get 'em over with.

  13. Caffeine Pills

    beck_79 replied to KIMMY03's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Sigh, I'm a full time working student and never have time to sleep. I admit that I'll take NoDoze- only when I work my Baylor nights, and half a pill is usually enough to keep me feeling alert and it...

  14. You know you are in nursing school when ctxt

    beck_79 replied to tnstudentnurse's topic in General Students

    ditto. I have know idea what to do with myself right now. I'm almost looking forward to pharmacology in a couple

  15. Getting in shape/Losing weight in pre-nursing/NS support thread

    beck_79 replied to wishNhopeNdreamN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'll join. I definitely need some support- I'm in the midst of hell week at school right now (test in every class, papers due, presentations, etc) so I've fallen off the wagon. The mac and cheese box...

  16. What Hurts the Most?

    beck_79 replied to Kat_CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    For your feet: keep a water bottle in your freezer, and when you get home from work put it on the floor and roll your feet over it while you check email or what not. Feels

  17. Healthy Clinical Lunch?

    beck_79 replied to GypsyRose07's topic in General Students

    It's tough! I wind up eating in the car because I have to book it back to campus for lecture. I usually do peanut butter and jelly (both all natural stuff, no sugar added) on whole wheat bread (Arnold...

  18. need help on life changing decisions please

    beck_79 replied to lifechanger16's topic in General Nursing

    I was in the same boat as you a couple years ago. I had a BFA and no money, but I decided to go back to school full time for nursing. I took out student loans to cover my tuition, but still need to...

  19. Any RN_BSN program around Boston recommended?

    beck_79 replied to ergito2's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Salem State has a good one from what I hear, if you don't mind

  20. Fall '07 Grades!! Be Proud!!

    beck_79 replied to modelmama07's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Abnormal Psychology: A Adulthood and Old Age: A Anthropology: A Intro to Professional Nursing: A Health Assessment with Lab: A Statistics: B I'm happy! I did well considering I was taking 6 classes...

  21. Caffeine and shifts

    beck_79 replied to peds_cna's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I don't like coffee, and try to stay away from lots of soda. But I work Baylor night shifts so I need something to keep me going. I take NoDoze (caffeine pill), but I only need half of one to get me...

  22. Not Happy - Nurse with MS

    beck_79 replied to Daughtermom's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If you need a break from floor nursing, what about working at a call center help line- many health insurance companies have 24 hour help lines staffed by

  23. surviving nursing school financially...

    beck_79 replied to polishgurlrn2b's topic in General Students

    I have student loans to pay for tuition and books, and I work full time as a CNA to pay for everything else. I find that working in healthcare is great while in school because of the flexible hours- I...

  24. Have you ever personally used alternative medicine for a medical condition and if so,

    beck_79 replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    I use alt. remedies all the time. They've been an interest of mine since I was a kid, lol. But I'm a big fan of conventional medicine, too, so I wouldn't use alternative medicine exclusively, because...

  25. Healthier Living Thread Part V

    beck_79 replied to Tweety's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Mind if I join the party? I've developed the slow but steady "nursing student spread". :uhoh21:Suddenly I've got at least 15 pounds to lose! Current weight- 145, height 5'5. No, not overweight yet,...