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  1. Private CNA school versus a College/University CNA certificate

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

    I agree with Casi. I got my CNA certs from a private school. And completed the program with then 4 wks. I think longer programs may have a longer clincal training. But, I learned everything I didnt...

  2. 2 days left

    FutureNurse23 replied to nugget28659's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats, I'm a male as well and have been a CNA for a month now. I don't think as a male you have an advantage getting hired. When people know your a male though and a CNA they always say yeah we...

  3. Stethoscope for CNA class?

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

    I would say since you are doing a CNA course at a hospital I wouldnt buy a stethoscope. More than likely they will have more than enough in the clasroom. Also they may show you how to take vitals on...

  4. Experience from CNA school only

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

    It depends on the school you are applying too. I know some colleges do ask for you to be a CNA as a pre-req to apply to RN programs. The program I'm applying too being a CNA is a requirement. They...

  5. LPN from the underworld

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

    i understand some nurses can be a pain in the rump. but i really dont think it was not a big deal for her to tell you if you could pull someone up in the bed. i mean before you left the room or when...

  6. Is Disability A Limitation In Cna/nursing?

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

    I think being a nurse and a cna is totally different when we are talking about a disabilities of a persons hand. As a CNA I don't have a disability and my hands hurt daily from pulling patients up in...

  7. NA 2, is it worth it?

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

    Extra skills are always nice to have. I say if you being a NA 2 works well with your school schedule and don't take time away from your studies go for it. The reason why I say this is because its...

  8. Whats Next?!?!?!?

    FutureNurse23 replied to lovelyred24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I current am a CNA in LTC( nursing home). I work for a Catholic based nursing home. I have learned to enjoy it and slowly starting to love it. I have had opportunities to leave and go to local...

  9. Anyone work three 12 hour shifts??

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

    I work 2 12hr shifts and 1 8hr shift. I also get paid for 40hrs and make the same as CNA's who work M-F. I work on Sat, Sun 7a-7p and Tuesdays 3-11pm. I think I have the best schedule for school....

  10. I would like to know about jobs for cna's that can draw blood?

    FutureNurse23 replied to nymia78's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I live in TN and also PCT's are able to do blood draws. In order to be a PCT you must be a CNA. The scope of a PCT is a CNA who has knowleged of EKG's and phlebotomy. PCT's in my city usually work in...

  11. Need a PT CNA Job Quick....I'm in Metro Atlanta

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

    If working at a nursing home is your top choice in being a CNA. I would advise you look in your local phone book in the yellow pages. Go through the list of nursing homes call them and ask about...

  12. Watching Hawk Nurses,ugh!

    FutureNurse23 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Today was my 1st day on the floor alone without a preceptor on my new job. Well, I started out well being the 1st to do showers. I work on a 12hr shift. So every saturday showers are to be done. I...

  13. Watching Hawk Nurses,ugh!

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

    Well the issue is that I'm the only person who did 3 showers. All the other CNA's who weren't new had only did 1 shower and charted that they did four,lol. So seems that is going to have to be the...

  14. You Know You're A Nurse's Aide in LTC When...

    FutureNurse23 replied to PianoGirl20's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    -You know that when a resident leaves for the evening with their family, they WILL come back and want to go to bed 2 minutes before the shift is over. * Oh my that happend to me tonight*. I was unable...

  15. All of the jobs we have as CNA's

    FutureNurse23 replied to Gabby_101's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You forgot counselor- Seems we have times when we always have to cheer a family member or resident up with words of encouragement and

  16. LPN, Nurses is it really a great profession?

    FutureNurse23 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just started working at a nursing home where LPN's always outnumber RN's. And I'm a CNA who is just starting out not really enjoying the job as a whole. I'm also planing on getting my LPN or RN in...

  17. LPN, Nurses is it really a great profession?

    FutureNurse23 replied to FutureNurse23's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been a CNA less than a month. Everyday I get better and better at my skills and assisting the residents. Now that I'm starting to get better at the job functions I'm really starting to like...

  18. Would You Prefer a Male Nurse?

    FutureNurse23 replied to djc1981's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Most people think I'm a teenager thats probably why they play the mothering role to me. But what is so crazy I even had a male doctor play the religious card to

  19. LPN, Nurses is it really a great profession?

    FutureNurse23 replied to FutureNurse23's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    LOL, great feedback....... I would love to hear more! And ER Junkie that was funny but I'm starting to feel it isnt for me neither. I rather be at a hospital. In due time I will make that

  20. East TN CNA'S

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

    I live in Memphis TN, West TN. Also I'm a new grad CNA. My base pay is 8.71 a hour. On the weekends for 24 hours I make 13.04/hr. Also its 9.71 for 2nd and 3rd shift. I'll be getting a raise in Nov....

  21. Nursing is it as bad as it looks?

    FutureNurse23 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just started working at a nursing home where LPN's always outnumber RN's. And I'm a CNA who is just starting out not really enjoying the job as a whole. I'm also planing on getting my LPN or RN in...

  22. Would You Prefer a Male Nurse?

    FutureNurse23 replied to djc1981's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I'm a male and I perfer male doctors and nurses. It seems that I have a complex with thinking that a female nures or doctor gives a motherly impact on the situation. And when I think of my mother I...

  23. 1st day as a CNA HELP!

    FutureNurse23 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi, everyone! Well I started working at a Nursing Home and it has been not all that I expected. I really want to stay at the job but seems its getting to me. I know in order to get used of everything...

  24. Techniques for incontinent care with large residents?

    FutureNurse23 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    One thing that I'm having trouble with as a new grad is incontinent care with a large resident. It can be very time comsuming trying to change them when they are unable to turn. So what is some...

  25. 1st day as a CNA HELP!

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

    LOL, I have been doing as much as I can to learn. And also pericare,diaper changes,and the trachs don't bother me. Also the 1st day I was told to do pericare I asked her if I could help. She told me...