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  1. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

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

    I have before. I work with a girl who has a degree in english/creative writing. She works a couple of days a week to supplement the money she makes from writing. She does it because she enjoys the...

  2. Ca-CHING! Empty wallet for CNA class!!

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

    Wow. Reading all of these, I feel lucky - my class was free and provided the reading material and the test. All I had to buy were scrubs and

  3. This makes me so sad and mad ...

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

    WHAT ON EARTH! that is disgusting and insane. There was a GROUP of people doing these things? I can't even wrap my mind around

  4. Where to find CNA programs?

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

    You could also consider calling the Department of Health...they are the ones in charge of CNA testing and certification, and they maintain the CNA registry. They might be able to tell you the local...

  5. CNA/LVN decision making time

    yousoldtheworld replied to la mama 310's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my experience, places are hiring MORE CNAs than LPNs because it's cheaper to have us there to do the care, and just have enough LPNs to adequately pass their medications and do their tasks. But, I...

  6. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

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

    No problem. I think it's important to understand what you're getting into...I've seen more than one person start nursing prereqs and then find that they just couldn't deal with the "ick" factor. Even...

  7. Would you feel comfortable with putting your loved ones in a nursing home?

    yousoldtheworld replied to BradleyRN's topic in General Nursing

    A traditional nursing home, no. But if one of my parents had Alzheimers and I wasn't able to be with them enough, I'd consider sending them to the facility I work at. it is a memory enhancement...

  8. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

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

    Wanting to help people is a great thing, but I think you'll find if you wander over to the general nursing forum that it's been discussed many times - you will NEVER have a nursing job that doesn't...

  9. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

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

    Yes, we have to rate bowel movements by size and character. And it is very unlikely that you will find a CNA job where you don't have to mess with those things, because that is one of our main...

  10. Skills test--Where do they have you put used linens/towels during a step?

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

    mmhmm. and if you're doing bedmaking, you can roll the dirty linens down to the foot of the bed until you're finished, or at least you can

  11. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

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

    Also, what is your Bachelor's in? And what exactly is it that you'd like to DO in the hospital? Other healthcare positions are: social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, lab...

  12. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

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

    Yeah. While I don't think it necessarily means you're selfish, a HUGE part of a CNA's job involves poop and pee. Cleaning it, measuring it, observing it, charting it, emptying it, catheters,...

  13. Adult Modeling ANd Nursing

    yousoldtheworld replied to EmoAngel1202's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think there's anything wrong with being an "adult model" - but to me, nude/adult modeling and being in Media movies are two very different things. Now, I will just say that I am not MORALLY...

  14. Crocs Specialist - experiences?

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

    Yeah, mine are white but they are a more snug fit than other Crocs i have worn. I like that because it seems to cut down on the dreaded "croc stop" since they don't flop around on your foot so...

  15. CNA volunteer in Orlando?

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

    Sorry, I thought about that right afterwards and was going to post an explanation of what PRN was, but I got distracted and forgot! But yes, as I'm sure you read, PRN means "as needed". At the places...

  16. Crocs Specialist - experiences?

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

    I just got a pair on Monday. I love them. I am one of those people who loves the way that regular Crocs feel, but HATE the way they look. I think these are better in that regard - you certainly...

  17. Alternative to spanking

    yousoldtheworld replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    I was spanked as a child. Granted, probably less than 10 times in my life, but it worked. I don't think spanking should be done hard enough that it actually HURTS. It's on a very padded part of the...

  18. So confused/upset/hopeless. Current CNA student needing advice.

    yousoldtheworld replied to meghanlee's topic in General Nursing

    Some units don't even have CNAs, but have the RNs doing total care. I think it's very good you are required to become a CNA as part of your prereqs and I wish every nursing program had that as a...

  19. Pca & Cna???

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

    If you get a CNA certification, it will not stop you from doing any of your PCA duties. After you are a CNA, any certification or training you earn adds up on top of it and would likely be considered...

  20. CNA volunteer in Orlando?

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

    Here, you can't really volunteer as a CNA. You might consider looking for a PRN position. I work with a few people who work one day a week, sometimes even

  21. Being a CNA first

    yousoldtheworld replied to hugs and kisses's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, I have seen people change their minds about wanting to be nurses after working as an aide and learning that they will have to deal with blood, poop, pee, and mucus. And, just as a note, on my...

  22. Being a CNA first

    yousoldtheworld replied to hugs and kisses's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think it's a very good thing to do. Of course, being a CNA and an RN are two very different jobs, but working as a CNA you will get a feel for the nursing field in general and you'll be able to see...

  23. I'm worried....

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

    Usually in LTC there is a shower schedule. Each resident usually gets 2 showers a week, and on the other days you just wash them up. If a resident is unable to get in the shower or refuses, then you...

  24. I'm worried....

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

    Generally speaking, you finish what you're doing and THEN you answer the call light. There are some exceptions: If the patient you are currently with is alert and oriented and not a fall risk, if they...

  25. Do you need a GED to take state test?

    yousoldtheworld replied to MONI959702's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In Indiana, I don't think you need it to take the state test, but everyplace I have worked so far does require either your HSD or GED to work