BuddahNature

BuddahNature

med-surg, geriatrics, adult homecare

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  1. Need your help please

    BuddahNature replied to Ninja Nurse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My honest opinion is, it is a bad idea all the way around,because mixing friendship with business can result in unpleasent outcomes, which can result in your friendship going down hill. if you want to...

  2. A question about hiring new CNA's

    BuddahNature replied to Miwila's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Had no idea a new CNA had such problems finding a job, being as in long term care there is a really a huge turnover,from what I have seen. However,maybe you can tip the scales more in your favor....

  3. I want to become a home health nurse. Please give me some advice on how to begin.

    BuddahNature replied to roro13us's topic in Home Health

    I would suggest you go apply. Many of those you have taken care of in nursingST homes were once consumers of home health. Can you work independently,have good assessment skills,and nursing skills are...

  4. CMA need same pay as RN

    BuddahNature replied to nc cma's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I can tell you are going through a rough time at work. Like it or not here is the reality you will have to deal with. More education,equals more pay. I am not saying you do not deserve more pay,but in...

  5. Distance Learning - I'm all ears....

    BuddahNature replied to raiderz1973's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I have recently used this forum to read multiple posts anout TCN anf ISU. I was already strongly leaning toward Excelsior College,and after reading umpteen posts about TCN and ISU,I am now 1000% sure...

  6. Distance Learning - I'm all ears....

    BuddahNature replied to raiderz1973's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I totally agree with you. I think it would be better to contact ISU directly.I would tread carefully with them though because they supposedly work hand in hand with College Networks. In either case I...

  7. Distance Learning - I'm all ears....

    BuddahNature replied to raiderz1973's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Today, I spoke with an "advisor" from the College Network. I asked specifically about finding a clinical site and a preceptor.I was told if unable to find a preceptor,and clinical site,they can...

  8. Death of a pt

    BuddahNature replied to LVN2010M's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just want to add that post mortem care is not the sole responsibility of the CNA. While the CNA geneally does this,sometimes it is necessary for a nurse to help. I am a LPN who once had a CNA afraid...

  9. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

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

    Glad to hear everything is falling into place for you.Best to you in everything you strive for,future MD

  10. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

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

    Let's not mix apple and oranges here,present goals with future goals. Let's focus on immediate needs,and take your personality into consideration. Well,if you are impatient than take that CNA course....

  11. cna to lpn

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

    I totally agree with everyone who says that being a CNA first has it's advantages.However,I feel your question has two differnt aspects to it. One part seems to ask ,Is being a CNA first better than...

  12. Best states for LVN/LPNs?

    BuddahNature replied to ohyeahuh's topic in LPN to RN

    I would have no idea how to compare,one state to another,so,I am attemting to answer your question by telling you the staes and areas I am familar with. From my experience the Philadelphia.Pa. area...

  13. cultural care for hispanic newborns--HELP PLZZZ

    BuddahNature replied to coltsgrl's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    if you type into your search engine latino women and cultural beliefsabout pregnancy and childbirth,I think you may find a wealth of information, with references I did read and learn quite a bit...

  14. cultural care for hispanic newborns--HELP PLZZZ

    BuddahNature replied to coltsgrl's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would suggest you go to the source. Do you know any Hispanic people,or Hispanic nurses ? How about hopping on over to one of the forums in a state that has large numbers of Hispanic populations and...

  15. Thanks to getting my RN license I may be jobless and homeless

    BuddahNature replied to expo4u's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry to hear about the uncertainity you are going through. I have an idea,but you will have to check to see if this strategy is legal. I would give up my license in the state I am in and apply...

  16. Been There Done That ? Please Share With Me..

    BuddahNature posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am about to start my journey with Excelsior.Those of you who are well along or finished,looking for some direction. I have spent some time reading the posts,and seems everyone has a healthy concern...

  17. Been There Done That ? Please Share With Me..

    BuddahNature replied to BuddahNature's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank all of you whose footsteps are way ahead of mine for your advice and encouragement. I see the consensus is to do one exam at a time,and the time for getting ready for the CPNE will eventually...

  18. fear of dead people

    BuddahNature replied to Helen27's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Y0u know one reason I feel the average person is afraid of dead people are wrapped up in several reasons.Perhaps some of them apply to you. For instance,was your first exposure to seeing someone dead...

  19. It's sometimes hard being a nurse of color isn't it?

    BuddahNature replied to Kanani_Ikike's topic in General Nursing

    I say a picture is worth a 1000 words,but I just happen to need a few.

  20. It's sometimes hard being a nurse of color isn't it?

    BuddahNature replied to Kanani_Ikike's topic in General Nursing

    In order to get into nursing school,you must be perpared at the high school level academically.Many blacks lack the necessary science courses to enter nursing school. Most blacks do not live in the...

  21. Second thoughts

    BuddahNature replied to tmani's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Tmani, I am sorry to hear you are going through such a hard time.Do take care of yourself.If you have an administration that will not change,and tells you the RN does not take an asignment,then your...

  22. LPN versus CMA

    BuddahNature replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well, I just found this thread today,and have read the majority of it. Here is my opinion.Everyone knows regardless of their title what they can or cannot do in the scope of their practice.Everyone...

  23. Excelsior Grads - Where are they now?

    BuddahNature replied to EricJRN's topic in Excelsior College

    Yes,I agree it is a great thread also. Could it get a sticky,for more visibility. It would also help to foster more participation from the Excelsior grads.Thank all of you for the encouragement,for...

  24. How can i resolve this mess!

    BuddahNature replied to RN_InOZ's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I feel in this matter there are some trust issues that need to be recognized. In order to regain someones trust,then you need time to do this. I feel,expresing apologies is appropriate,but we all know...

  25. NC 4 Nailed!

    BuddahNature replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    YEAH !