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bakpakr

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  1. Feel pressured to do 2 people transfer alone

    bakpakr replied to CelesteR903's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    As others have noted there are times when a person is listed as a two assist and in actuality the are a one assist. The facility does it to cover their butts. Or in the past they had an issue that...

  2. Home Health DISASTER!! Venting..

    bakpakr replied to ICU_RN_BSN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I currently work HH and when I took the job I made it perfectly clear with my employer that I do not cook, clean the house or other domestic tasks. I will only do what is required of me in the...

  3. You know you are a CNA when....

    bakpakr replied to ham272's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You know youre a CNA when; You have the day off and you go shopping and as soon as you get there you reach down to adjust the gatebelt around your waist and panic when it isn't there. You go out to...

  4. Absolutely ridiculous

    bakpakr replied to blue cna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Like Juliaann posted; put in apps all over the place. Not every facility is like that. I had to walk away from my last facility because I was not even allowed to take 5 minutes to take a restroom...

  5. Should I be a CNA -- I'm 44yrs old!!! Is it too late for me?

    bakpakr replied to CuriousChrys's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I say go for it. I decided at the ripe old age of 47 to become a CNA. The best decision I have ever made. I love it. I am now in the process of applying to a school to get my LPN then plan to bridge...

  6. "The Mean Girl"

    bakpakr replied to NamasteNurse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    ***warning MALE CNA*** hehe just had to add that. I started right out of CNA class at a county owned facility. That did not go well so I left. I then moved to a facility that had a great reputation in...

  7. Need some advice

    bakpakr posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Man what a night I just had. First off I am a male CNA working at a LTC facility. The only male working on my shift. For the last two nights I have had a bear of a time with the LPN assigned to my...

  8. Need some advice

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

    I tried that route to no avail. When I asked to speak with her she said no and then proceeded to lock herself in the med room. I think I will just have to drop the discrimination and hostile work...

  9. Clinicals; is this what nursing is really like?

    bakpakr replied to Dawn Vylet's topic in General Students

    You can come to my facility anytime . I am a CNA and would welcome you with open arms. I would have shown you all you needed to know. just keep in mind it does get easier as you go and gain more...

  10. Congrats Bakpakr On Passing Your Cna Course !

    bakpakr replied to muffie's topic in General Nursing

    Just wanted to post an update. I know I have been out of the loop forever now so an update is in order. About a month ago I had to have an orchiectomy left side. I have since developed complications...

  11. Rant

    bakpakr posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just have to blow off some steam here so..... I have been working as a CNA for the past 2 weeks. I work at a county facility. I am scheduled to take my test on the 10th of Jan and right now plan on...

  12. Rant

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

    Another update is in oder. I quit that job today. I tried my best but could not put up with it any longer. Here are my reasons; 1. On mechanical and 2 assists getting help is difficult. I understand...

  13. Need Some Words OF Encouragment

    bakpakr posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I went today to take my state test and FAILED. I blew it on ted hose and Peri care. I passed the written with flying colors. I know there is no excuse but I think life might have had a hand in my...

  14. Rant

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

    I think another update is in order. I feel things have finally clicked for me. I have been able to get my work done on time and completely. It feels good to be able to do that. My residents are so...

  15. Rant

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

    Well tonight was a total 180. We had our normal crew on tonight and things went great. Everyone worked together. The two girls that gave me a major headache on Thurs were not there. Thank GOD hehe. I...

  16. Schweet

    bakpakr posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    After a really bad day I had the most exciting thing happen. In my travels today I saw a poster for free CNA training. Needless to say I beat feet over to the place on the poster. I spoke with the LOL...

  17. Schweet

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

    I was able to get a job as a CNA. Read post here;

  18. Schweet

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

    I did all that you suggested prior to applying to any jobs. Had great letters from my instructors but to no avail. I think it boils down to my age. I can't say for certain that it is my age but that...

  19. Schweet

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

    I know about having troubles too. I had to jump thru many hoops to get into CNA school. The main problem is that I am out of options here. Moving is not an option. I have applied to EVERY facility...

  20. Schweet

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

    Well another update; I graduated last Friday and have this week been putting in applications. I am so frustrated now. I have decided that I will nolonger be pursuing a nursing career. I have had one...

  21. 1st day in CNA class and really down...

    bakpakr replied to sc0628's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Take a deep breath and keep in mind tomorrow is another day. We all have bad days and you just had one. Get some sleep and tomorrow will be better. You have allot on your plate right now with school...

  22. Congrats Bakpakr On Passing Your Cna Course !

    bakpakr replied to muffie's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks

  23. Schweet

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

    Well I am now officially a Nursing Assistant. I am so happy. I can now start to do what I love. Only a few more steps to go till I am an RN-BSN. The first of which is adding a C to the

  24. What Was your Biggest Surprise When you Became a Nurse?

    bakpakr replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    I graduate from my CNA program today. My biggest surprise so far is how much I enjoy it. I knew I would like it but the enjoyment has really surprised me. I actually have fun caring and interacting...

  25. Nursing Student's breakdown moment

    bakpakr replied to CC918's topic in General Nursing

    Hi I am going to chime in here. I am about to finish my CNA program. We graduate on friday. I can't comment on the administering of the meds as it is not in my scope of practice. But assessing pain is...