annacnatorn

annacnatorn

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  1. I just wanted to say thank you!

    annacnatorn replied to aniqueone1's topic in General Nursing

    You are most welcome, I hope you enjoy your education and then enjoy your time as a Nurse. I pray you receive all of the blessings each one of us receives. Remember, that person who you are providing...

  2. home health aide--worth it?

    annacnatorn replied to muffinCNA15's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Any type of education you can get will only benefit you. In CA, its required. I have

  3. Pregnant CNA

    annacnatorn replied to AW79's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree, Home Health would definitely be less stressful, however you must consider the driving you would be doing. I might just be better to wait until after you have your little one, that way you...

  4. To my preceptor, future students beware (rant)

    annacnatorn replied to leekun2010's topic in General Nursing

    she should not even hold the title of

  5. What would you do?

    annacnatorn replied to mizfradd's topic in General Nursing

    Totally agree with all remain calm report to DON/ADMIN immediately document Not cool what the nurse did. Gives those of us who work hard a bad name when this type of behavior

  6. From Golden Child to Worst Employee: What The?????

    annacnatorn replied to tencat's topic in General Nursing

    Working in Hospice is stressfull, in and of it's self. Everyone must work as a team. There is no "I" in team, it takes many. 1. What was done when you took leave..was there a "case conf" to discuss...

  7. Dress code.....

    annacnatorn replied to indianahope's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    scrubs...Unless you are going into a shady part of town, then I wear street cloths, I try to fit in with the area. I don't want to attract any sort of attention. But scrubs, easy, also, wearing scrubs...

  8. New CNA

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

    You will be orientated by your work place. You will be trained by a fellow CNA. You Should not be left alone with patients for at least the first 4 days. Then you will be on your own. Learn quick and...

  9. thinking about doing home health. what should i know?

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

    Well, I've been in the Home Health industry for 7 years now. With the exception of the driving, I love it. I have to tend to only 1 patient at a time, I have no one watching over me, I am on my own. I...

  10. caregiver in a non medical facility, assisted living

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

    you need to call the Board of Nursing. This is a legal question, that only they can

  11. What do you think of working 6-2 & weekend doubles?

    annacnatorn replied to ijh6890's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    it will be taxing on you physically and mentally. You must make sure that you are eating properly and getting adequate rest. I did it, It was very hard, but the rewards were great. If it is only for a...

  12. Another Vent....

    annacnatorn replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    I once had a MSW who told me to "Give her enough MSO4 to push her over"...the family was in the front room quibbling over her money...I told the MSW, not on your life lady, I'm not going to put my job...

  13. When is it OK to delegate to a CNA?

    annacnatorn replied to missdeevah's topic in General Nursing

    as a cna/chha i have found that some rn's are wonderful to work with and appreciate the help that i give, on the other hand i have worked with rn's who do absolutely nothing regarding a patients...

  14. Nurse What have you got on your feet!

    annacnatorn replied to snoopy29's topic in Nursing Humor

    way sooo funny...I was rolling. How about gifts from your husband...I was a new nurses aid, my husband decided to get me a gift, he had scrubs custom made just for me, with all the little pockets,...

  15. Shameful confession

    annacnatorn replied to Poi Dog's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    hahaha..how funny.... walmart, uniform stores, internet shopping, catalog shopping, thrift store, custom made... flatter your figure, I'd love to see those....I used to have curves now I have...

  16. personal tragedy

    annacnatorn replied to bjaeram's topic in General Nursing

    In my line, yes. I've been on the other side as well, but with my Grandmother. I was her DPOA, I had to make a decision. It was hard as hell. But, with the Faith and support of my Lord and Family, it...

  17. Marketing VP wants contacts at employees' church

    annacnatorn replied to AtlantaRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    AtlantaRN, I agree with you there. I was in that situation once, and told them that although I work for the company and want it to succeed, I don't want my name mixed in with it. Should something go...

  18. Bringing own supplies?

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

    The treasures of working is a SNF....IN the facility that I used to work in, we were always, I mean always short onlinnen for the noc shift. we barely had enough for 1 round, soo....I've been know to...

  19. Big Booty Judy

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

    Dear OP, Try buying Dickies brand scrubs. Im a larger nurse and find that they fit all around really well and the booty does not get wedged...comfortable and better yet, long lasting. I have had...

  20. SOS!! White scrubs!!

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

    One side note to wearing white scrubs...wear a t-shirt underneath your top. I like Dickies scrubs the best as they are strong and durable and resist most stuff that would leave a stain. Good luck on...

  21. Just curious as to what you would do in this situation.

    annacnatorn replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    my first instinct is to admit them. then "treat" them. ***evil laugh*** in real life, however, i'd probably fake it long enough to get their names then kick them out and call their...

  22. Just curious as to what you would do in this situation.

    annacnatorn replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    I would ignore the 2nd guys comment, interview the original guy, admit him...put him in a "special ward"...then.....do what ever comes to mind. This college crap needs to stop. It is a waste of...

  23. CNA Commandments

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

    OMG...Post its? really? how absurd, was the CNA fired? Talking smack about other CNA's, yep has happened to me, the other CNA thought I had the easy run cuz I only had 7 patients on nights, so she...

  24. Turning down a job

    annacnatorn replied to jd1797's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    well, if all they can offer is pt, then work pt at your SNF for a while to see how it works, if they like you, then as soon as ft comes, you are likely to get it. You have to get your foot in the door...

  25. My first code

    annacnatorn replied to exit96's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Druminurse.. wonderful! It is true, you will never forget this experience. It is true, It is an adrenaline rush, sad but true, due to experience some SNF Nurses don't either know how or refuse to do...