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  1. When a resident dies

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

    It could be that your coworkers feel a little sad too, but like you, are just keeping it inside. I know what you mean, though. I've worked through deaths that devastated the staff, a few that were...

  2. Pinstriped Scrubs

    yousoldtheworld replied to Lynx25's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't know about pinstripes, specifically but some brands like tafford.com have some nicer

  3. Buying scrubs online

    yousoldtheworld replied to macrich84's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thanks for these! I haven't tried either of those yet. I have had wonderful luck with Tafford.com. And, recently, I had a bad experience with allheart.com (as in, charging more than ten bucks for...

  4. Second Shift CNAs (3-11) I have a question

    yousoldtheworld replied to Ling07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yep, the places I've worked 2nds at have been just like fuzzywuzzy described. I think 2nd shift is the hardest shift (and yes, I have worked days), but the benefit of it is that you're so busy that...

  5. Aches and Pains from working

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

    Oh, and try lots of different kinds of shoes. Some people swear by extremely supportive shoes like Danskos and Nursemates. Those types of shoes kill my feet and legs though - I always end up limping...

  6. Aches and Pains from working

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

    Yeah, I know what you mean. I usually wear the knee high kind, and I keep them on the sheer side. It's not too

  7. 1% pay increase would you stay or leave?

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

    Yeah, honestly not all places even have yearly raises. If the job works for you, I would stick with it for a while. It's not that easy to come across a good job right now. You could apply at new...

  8. Aches and Pains from working

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

    I always get sore, stiff legs and often get a sore back. For my legs and feet, a hot shower right after work helps me. Beyond that, there isn't much I've found that helps...I have noticed that...

  9. CNAs and weight

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

    I have no idea about "fattest job" - there are a lot of jobs out there. However, I myself am overweight, despite the fact that I run around like crazy 40 hours a week. It's a mystery. However, I was...

  10. Okay so here is the deal?............

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

    When I helped with activities in a memory unit, I found that they loved trivia. Make it trivia dealing with their era and not modern trivia. Word games were popular, as was listening to and singing...

  11. How to keep CNA certification in Indiana?

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

    No, it just means you have to have worked at least 8 hours in that amount of time. The length of the shift doesn't really

  12. what would you do?........

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

    Oh, I definitely understand. I've had things like that myself. I once called in because I had some virus and I was throwing up all night long, and I got written up for calling in. It was my first...

  13. Will harris pay for training?

    yousoldtheworld replied to school45's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm not from Texas, but since you don't have any replies yet I will just tell you that around here, yes, many facilities will train you and pay for your test. I don't know about that specific...

  14. Question about CNA certification?

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

    I don't remember how many questions there were, exactly...I'd say between 50 and 100, but the questions on the written part of the test are very easy. Mostly common sense. For the skills portion,...

  15. what would you do?........

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

    I usually don't call in unless I'm literally too sick to do my job (like if I'm vomiting) or if I'm highly contagious. I agree with the above posters in that a lot of the issue probably has to do...

  16. Battle of the Shifts!!!

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

    Really? I want to come work where you work, then. I work thirds and I very rarely get to "chill" for even a minute. Call lights are nonstop, rounds take a long time, and I have to get 8 people up,...

  17. Scrubs, Scrubs. Scrubs :)

    yousoldtheworld replied to Kitcat25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Another good option for you might be something like Spanx, if you can find them in white. I mean, they don't have pockets, but theyd be form fitting and flattering, while still keeping anyone from...

  18. How to keep CNA certification in Indiana?

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

    CNA certification is good for 2 years in Indiana. You have to work at least one eight hour shift every two years to keep it active. That includes any CNA work, be it LTC, hospital, assisted living,...

  19. Scrubs, Scrubs. Scrubs :)

    yousoldtheworld replied to Kitcat25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I never wear anything under mine. Well, except for underwear, of course. Usually I'm running around busy, and I get hot and sweaty as it is, even in the

  20. Can anyone help with some supplies for my CNA program?

    yousoldtheworld replied to Nina2bRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am in Indiana. Most nursing homes do not have aides take vitals. In LTC around here, that is supposed to be the nurses' duty, though you might occasionally have a busy nurse who asks you to run...

  21. Little things that make your day

    yousoldtheworld replied to NM nurse to be's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yeah, the "I'm so glad you're here tonight!" is always a great one! When I work in the memory unit, if I'm on a group different from my usual, I have a resident that will actually walk over to the...

  22. Can anyone help with some supplies for my CNA program?

    yousoldtheworld replied to Nina2bRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Tafford are very good quality for the price. Their customer service is great and they ship FAST, so I'd definitely recommend them. I had to have royal blue pants for my first CNA job and I always...

  23. I can't get that smell out of my mind...........

    yousoldtheworld replied to Ling07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, i always use the mintiest lip balms I can find. I don't put them right under my nose because my skin is sensitive, but I slather it on my lips and it has a similar effect. I bring a scented...

  24. Help!!!!

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

    You know, it was MONTHS after taking and passing my test before I actually felt comfortable and competent. Even now, each time I start a new job, it feels like being a new CNA all over again,...

  25. CNA: Hospitals vs. LTC

    yousoldtheworld replied to Karla.S's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It just depends. I have worked in both, and both have their good and bad points. Hospitals tend to have better staffing, but they can be incredibly hectic. In my area, LTC pays better, but the...