KimberlyRN89 BSN, RN

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    Transfering to Toilet?

    KimberlyRN89 replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In cases like that I would ask another aide for help. A hoyer wouldn't really help in that situation,
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    caregiver in a non medical facility, assisted living

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Meganbuddy's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Yes we have an LPN (sometimes two or three depending on the time of day) on duty 24/7. I have been at this facility 1 yr(nxt month). There are no nurses at your
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    What's on-call mean?

    KimberlyRN89 replied to tavia_yeung's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Dont worry. You might luck out & be able to get a set schedule soon if someone quits or goes on vacation. But like caliotter3 said I'd continue to search! Once you have a CNA position, I think its...
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    Where can I buy scrubs, help me immediately please!!

    KimberlyRN89 replied to tavia_yeung's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Check with your facility to see what kind of scrubs that you can wear. They should have told you that when you were interviewed. Some places allow CNA's to wear any kind of scrubs they want, while...
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    How hard is to find a CNA job with minimal work experience?

    KimberlyRN89 replied to natd9's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It was hard for me at first because the board of nursing was verrrrry slow with processing my information ! I was issued a temproray license#, but still no1 wanted to talk to me until I had my...
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    CNA continuing education units?

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Definingmyfuture's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yea, here in MD we have to do 12 CEU's every year. They are usually held once a
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    caregiver in a non medical facility, assisted living

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Meganbuddy's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    The nurse on duty usually handles those things. We as caregivers dont really get involved when it comes to things like
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    thinking about doing home health. what should i know?

    KimberlyRN89 replied to teysmith's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yea it varies. One of the hospice aides that comes to my job sees about 6 people in one day. That's sorta stressful if you ask me..not to mention all the
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    caregiver in a non medical facility, assisted living

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Meganbuddy's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Yes you can work as a "caregiver" even though you are a CNA. My first real healthcare job was at an assisted living facility & I was paid an extra dollar per hour just because I was certified....
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    Question about CNA license

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Tricia76's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most places that offer you "free" training will require you to work there for 6mos-1yr. If you do not stay there for the required amount, you will probably have to pay them back for the
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    Question About Working Hours Help!

    KimberlyRN89 replied to ccasey013's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Typically at nursing homes there are 3 shifts: 7-3, 3-11, and 11-7. Hospitals vary but most of the hospitals in my area only have 12 hour shifts: 7a-7p, 7p-7a. So yea, you can work day shift if you...
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    Any word-- Hampton University??

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Epona's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Epona may I ask: what year did you graduate from
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    Any word-- Hampton University??

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Epona's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Now I don't know what to do. I've been accepted by Hampton as well, and I'm not too sure if I'll get accepted to the other nursing schools I applied to (I've already been rejected by one in my home...
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    Private duty/home care

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Restoration's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm doing private duty right now. The facility has their own agency so I work with a client in the nursing home part & one in the independent living part. My nursing home client has dementia...
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    New Grad LPN desperate for work

    KimberlyRN89 replied to LPNCieBan's topic in Maryland Nursing

    The ad just said pt, it didn't specify if experience is needed.. The name of the facility is Ginger Cove & it is about 10 minutes away from exit 22 of route
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    New Grad LPN desperate for work

    KimberlyRN89 replied to LPNCieBan's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I saw a part time job opening for a LPN at one of my jobs. Are you interested in working in
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    Annapolis area schools...

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Addy3's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Ditto to what Jules said. Maybe you should check out apartments in Glen Burnie. The rent is cheaper up there from what I've been told from friends/coworkers & its closer to Baltimore than...
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    Annapolis area schools...

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Addy3's topic in Maryland Nursing

    AACC doesn't have waiting lists but still its super competitive. I think they only take 60 ppl per semester. Bowie State University is about 20-25 minutes away from Annapolis & offers a BSN.. it...
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    How to Survive the First Week

    KimberlyRN89 replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I haven't seen anyone say they were fired for being too slow. I've seen numerous posts from those who have had co-workers complain about them being too slow. If you are worried about not being fast...
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    Dealing with family complaints

    KimberlyRN89 replied to recentlycertified's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    First off , I offer condolences to you for your loss. Its sad that some LTC facilities are like that. I too worked in a facility that was like the one you described. But I did not get into the...
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    Dealing with family complaints

    KimberlyRN89 replied to recentlycertified's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Why are family members so mean? I thought they would be thankful we are providing care to their loved
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    Annapolis area schools...

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Addy3's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Anne Arundel Community College is the closest but is very competitive to get into. Are you interested in an ADN or BSN
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    BAD PRECEPTOR!!

    KimberlyRN89 replied to NurxingRoxx's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    OMG I went through the same thing at my (now former) job. I only got 3 days of orientation which I felt wasn't enough. The first night went well, the person I was with was extremely helpful. The next...
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    Not enough time in the 4 hrs

    KimberlyRN89 replied to Pamela C's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would do one shower before dinner & one after dinner. If your shift is short like that, you really have to hit the ground
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    Private Duty

    KimberlyRN89 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Next month it will a whole year since I've been a CNA And in that time I've spent working in assisted living, and a couple of months in LTC. Now I've just accepted a job at a CCRC (continuing care...