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  1. Crocs Specialist - experiences?

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

    Have you tried Klogs? They have a really comfortable cushioned footbed with good arch support. I wear them when I can't wear my crocs and they provide better support than walking shoes in my...

  2. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

    yousoldtheworld replied to Shante1985's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    None around here hire people who aren't yet certified unless you've already taken the class and are just waiting for the test. I know it does happen in other areas, though. From what I've heard,...

  3. Lifestyle of a CNA

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

    Yeah, it's definitely easiest to get on 3rds...and as a bonus, 3rds tend to be a little less hectic and occasionally you might even have a little downtime to study. (I usually have some downtime...

  4. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

    yousoldtheworld replied to Shante1985's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    For your needs and goals, a Med Tech might be a good option, BUT being a CNA certainly wouldn't hurt. It'd take less time and money (probably). Based solely on timing, I'd probably do the CNA class...

  5. Can you retire as a CNA?

    yousoldtheworld replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think it's possible to retire as a CNA, I know people who have. Of course, it's not going to be as easy as with higher paid jobs, but you could make it work if you wanted

  6. New CNA/PCT in hospital. What shift/department/floor is your favorite? Need Advice!

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

    Med/surg can be really demanding and busy, but you DO see a variety of things. I've never worked neuro, but I understand it can also be hectic but interesting. I haven't worked in ante partum but I...

  7. CNA hourly pay rate?

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

    I started out at my first job making a little less than $8/hour. I made 9.25 at my second job and 10.50 at my third. I'm currently making 11.70 on weekdays and 12.70 on weekends. So, as you can see,...

  8. cna to lpn

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

    Well, the way I see it, it can't hurt to become a CNA first. You'll make more money as a CNA than you would in fast food, and if you want to be an LPN, being a CNA for a while is a GREAT idea. It...

  9. Help me choose a dept: Ante Partum, Neuro, or Med-Surg Intermediate?

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

    I would definitely go with ante partum, especially if you're drawn to it! It can be difficult to get your foot in the door in mother/baby/birthing centers, because many people want those positions,...

  10. Lifestyle of a CNA

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

    I'm 24, I became a CNA when I was about 21. I have lived either on my own or with roommates the entire time I've been a CNA. 1. Don't get a car unless you NEED one. I walk or ride my bike, or use...

  11. What is most important to you in your scrubs?

    yousoldtheworld replied to bayra1ae's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    My two requirements when it comes to scrubs is that they are comfortable and fit well. I do require gender specific scrubs - I'm a bigger girl and very curvy, and unisex scrubs just do not work on me...

  12. New CNA, looking for job hunting tips, need experience

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

    Congratulations! After you've had that first job, it's much easier to get more if you need to. Remember that the first couple of weeks at a CNA job can suck - you don't know the routine yet, you don't...

  13. 1st Night on the floor as an "Uncertified" CNA....

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

    As others have pointed out, coworkers are often less than helpful. I've come to find out that this is largely because turnover rates are so high. Normally, after you prove yourself and they see that...

  14. People come out of the woodwork!!!

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

    Yep. Lovely phenomenon, isn't

  15. What you'd REALLY like to say....

    yousoldtheworld replied to ICor9:24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    yes. many of my coworkers, when asked to help with a 2 person transfer will say "just do it by yourself, i do all the time". yeah, it's really safe to lift a 200 pound man by

  16. Purchasing scrubs online

    yousoldtheworld replied to NTB08's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I'll agree that scribbidyscrubs.com are slow to ship, but they do have amazing sales sometimes. I got some Dickies print tops for $9 the other day. Allheart.com is a good one - they have a lot of...

  17. Do you buy scrub sets or mix brands?

    yousoldtheworld replied to lms6241's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Depends. I do mostly wear Dickies (because I find them to be the most durable and flattering on me) but I do mix in other tops if I find cute

  18. Flattering scrubs for plus sizes?

    yousoldtheworld replied to lms6241's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    This is belated, but as a fellow plus size gal, I have the best luck with Dickies "W" line. The flat front boot cut pants are my favorite pants, and the tops all have very flattering cuts. You can...

  19. Help needed please

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

    I'll admit it - it's really hard to balance the desire to be caring and sensitive and the fact that you sometimes have to get a little calloused to survive the job. No matter what, you will have...

  20. CNA hourly pay rate?

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

    I will be starting a new job next month and will be paid. 11.50/hour in a small town in

  21. NOC shift CNAs

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

    I've dealt with this many times. At my current workplace, we (night shift) are expected to get 6 residents up. The problem is, in order to get that many up before we leave at 6:30, we have to start...

  22. What you'd REALLY like to say....

    yousoldtheworld replied to ICor9:24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    YES. I have had several family members like this and it never gets any easier to resist telling them to GTFO. To the very large, very demanding woman who regularly demands we scratch her crotch after...

  23. Demanding Residents

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

    Like the other poster, I haven't found anything that works consistently, either. Usually, when I am caring for one of those residents, I will say, "Okay. What else do you need right now? I'm not...

  24. Male CNA - Female Patients

    yousoldtheworld replied to cjcsoon2bnp's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You will probably also encounter some patients who LOVE the male

  25. Male CNA - Female Patients

    yousoldtheworld replied to cjcsoon2bnp's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Everyplace I've worked, it's fine for male aides to take care of female patients UNLESS the patient specifies that she does not want a male caring for her. Honestly, the majority of patients I've had...