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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 help, pitch in ,and lend a hand from time to time...

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. These may be things you already know,but Ifeel they a...

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 some of the qualities you need. Keep in mind in ho...

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 the work world, and certainly in nursing,that is ...

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 I have made the right choice for me. It sounds won...

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 say get lawyered up before signing on the dotted l...

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 provide both to me.I asked if they would put this in wr...

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 to do post mortem care, but who more than meet ex...

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

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. However,I feel the Multi Skilled Technician course...

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 just jumping straight into ` LPN school ? I persona...

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 has many employment oppurtunities. Also because,Pa.N...

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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 pose your question to the nurses there. I am think...

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 for license in another state. When things get bette...

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 about the CPNE. My question is can someone like my...

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 arrive.:)

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 was at a funeral,and in a coffin? If this is the c...

I say a picture is worth a 1000 words,but I just happen to need a few. :angryfire:madface::uhoh3:

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 'burbs. In black neighborhoods the schools are subs...

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 choices are clear cut,stay or leave.If you stay,the...

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 knows also why a CMA,or CNA, cannot call themselves ...

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 those of us who are walking in your shadow,at this t...

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 in certain situations an apology is not enough. T...

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