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  1. Where do you do your CNA clinicals at

    Absolutely13 replied to Iwannabeababynurse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    LTC was the only option

  2. How do DUI's effect getting a job?

    Absolutely13 replied to Alaska04's topic in General Nursing

    It can have a bearing on becoming a CNA. I had one 17 years ago and it was an issue that had to be discussed. A DUI never goes away, never

  3. Scrubs to tight? How do you tell someone?

    Absolutely13 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work with some wonderful people - this is difficult - but a few of my teammates need to go up a size or two in scrub bottoms. Plumbers crack while checking outputs has even the residents talking....

  4. Want to hear about my huge BOMB at my state skills exam???

    Absolutely13 replied to naide88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You're going to be just fine! If you need any help or encouragement, please PM

  5. Scrubs to tight? How do you tell someone?

    Absolutely13 replied to Absolutely13's topic in General Nursing

    The OP with some thanks and observations. My concern was geared toward saving my co-workers from management and the embarrassment. The people I speak of are good, kind and otherwise professional. I...

  6. Caring For Unconscious Patient

    Absolutely13 replied to namzy's topic in General Nursing

    One can never assume, at least in my limited scope of practice, a person (patient, resident or client) cannot hear you. I always play it like they are listening, but can't answer. The level of...

  7. State Exam FRIDAY!

    Absolutely13 replied to FutureNurse23's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try not to worry. I was so keyed up for my certification exam, I didn't sleep the night before. Remember, there is a time frame to complete skills. Don't look at it like a time limit. During one of my...

  8. RN or MSN on ID badge?

    Absolutely13 replied to LeslieMarie's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    That's the first time I read it, so brand new to me. I fully believe a persons education should be represented on their badge in a health care setting. I'm be taking part in an ASN program, so I'm not...

  9. Med Term Online !

    Absolutely13 replied to moosiesmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree, flashcards are the way to go with this class. My textbook came with cards, but make your own if you get bogged down with certian terms. I took this class 2 years ago and it was pure...

  10. I am so bummed out. GPA makes me sad.

    Absolutely13 replied to ImNotWitty's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I go to BCC. Sorry I gave you wrong information, I assumed (you know the saying about that) it would be the same as my CC as the are both state funded and the courses are standardized. I still think...

  11. Caring For Unconscious Patient

    Absolutely13 replied to namzy's topic in General Nursing

    One addition would be mouth care every 2

  12. Digital Voice Recorder - Suggestions?

    Absolutely13 replied to stinebean's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have an Olympus WS-100 I have been real happy with. No USB cable to deal with, it just plugs into the USB port itself. Good on AAA battery - only uses one. It's about twice the size of a flash...

  13. I am so bummed out. GPA makes me sad.

    Absolutely13 replied to ImNotWitty's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Valencia CC in Orlando? If so, you need a 3.5 GPA or above to apply I believe. If you DON'T get in on the first try, you can retake A&P I - but you probably will need to ace it for consideration....

  14. Conflicts with pt's family due to religious views?

    Absolutely13 replied to sahmof2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My only post mortem was by the book. Clean and ready to go, with the same respect as if it were a relative. I had no religious direction for the persons wishes and did the best I could. I took a world...

  15. Cna Exam In Florida

    Absolutely13 replied to Jayleenf77's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No math on the Florida CNA

  16. CNA course

    Absolutely13 replied to bjames_ging's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Not to worry, people here at allnurses.com have helped me greatly and I will do my best to help you. Here in Florida, many employers will pay you back the money you spent on CNA classes. My employer...

  17. CNA course

    Absolutely13 replied to bjames_ging's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The American Red Cross CNA classes will run you about $700.00. Many employers will reimburse you after a certain length of employment. You also get HHA certification and CPR/AED with them. Good

  18. Pre-req advice

    Absolutely13 replied to itsinthegenes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think your plan is masterful. A&P I and Micro can be tough if taken at the same time, but your educational background certianly will help you there. I think you'll do

  19. I know a CNA who's name badge says nurse!

    Absolutely13 replied to RNFROMTHEHILL's topic in General Nursing

    Wrong, wrong, doubledare wrong. I am a CNA taking classes to become an RN. Becoming a nurse is darn hard, and anyone calling themselves a nurse better back it up with education.

  20. I registered for my first real nursing classes, today!

    Absolutely13 replied to Sunset87's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm over in Brevard County, not too far from you. Those are some heavy classes to be taking in the same term; your life will end as you know it on May 5th. Intense, but doable! I would think you're...

  21. I registered for my first real nursing classes, today!

    Absolutely13 replied to Sunset87's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good luck and keep us posted. I'm taking A&P II over the summer and applying to a program Aug 15 for the spring term. I'm sure we'll end up comparing notes along the

  22. er visitors...a funny

    Absolutely13 replied to UtErRnEmt's topic in Emergency

    Brillaint! I will add the family who brings 27 people for a broken finger. What's up with that? Former ED

  23. I am buyng my scrubs yeahh!!!

    Absolutely13 replied to 9livesRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you have short legs like me (29/30 inseam), try Private Swann Fundamentals - they fit the best. Also, I recommend trying on scrubs. The sizes from different manufactorers vary greatly. I knew I...

  24. Is this nursing home typical - first night?

    Absolutely13 replied to fire_fly's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think that should be a new thread. A bit of a

  25. CNA's, I need YOUR help!

    Absolutely13 replied to love_being_an_aide's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Get out and move forward. Sometimes we can't help the toxic environments we are presented with. good