Katie89

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  1. orientation at hospital on monday... scrubs or no scrubs??

    Katie89 replied to samsam22's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    At the hospital I started at, we had to wear hospital-issue scrubs (for sanitary reasons). The hospital launders them, so I don't really know what your case would be like. I would suggest wearing nice...

  2. Curious: WHATS WITH THE CLOGS?

    Katie89 replied to EmergencyMedicine's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I felt the same way for so long...and then I bought a pair! I've converted to Crocs now. They are SO comfortable; if you get a pair that fits right it feels like you're not even wearing shoes. (Even...

  3. new CNA at a hospital?

    Katie89 replied to smellyacres's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I recently got my first CNA job, at a hospital. It all depends on the circumstances. They prefer experience, but sometimes the hospital is urgent to fill a position, or the job market is in your favor...

  4. CNA working in hospital Questions!

    Katie89 replied to cheizy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm in the middle of orientation at a hospital, and this is my first CNA job. I did my clinicals in a nursing home, and there is a big difference. In LTC, there is a lot more "heavy duty" patient...

  5. Finally have an interview at a hospital!!!

    Katie89 replied to 1uvakindmom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    1uvakindmom, I haven't started quite yet- orientation starts Monday, though. You should definitely take it as a positive sign. :) I'll send you some good luck

  6. Finally have an interview at a hospital!!!

    Katie89 replied to 1uvakindmom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congratulations :nuke: And what a coincidence, I was JUST hired in the birthing center at our local hospital, which is what I want to do as well! I really hope you get the job, good

  7. Wages around the country?

    Katie89 replied to paffsc's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wisconsin, at a hospital, no experience: Title salary: $10.45 3rd shift differential on weekdays: $2.00 extra 3rd shift differential on weekends: $3.15 extra + benefits And since I already have to...

  8. can i get a job at cincinnati childrens as cna

    Katie89 replied to KellRrn2b's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I actually live in Wisconsin, but I would assume that it's pretty similar everywhere. I'll be at Waukesha Memorial Hospital,

  9. What was the hardest skill for you to learn?

    Katie89 replied to FutureNurse33702's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I took my CNA course through a technical college in Wisconsin, and we were told that they weren't allowed by the state to teach/practice BP. They said it was just something we'd have to learn on the...

  10. can i get a job at cincinnati childrens as cna

    Katie89 replied to KellRrn2b's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hospitals usually prefer people with experience, but if they don't list it as a requirement there is a chance you'll be hired without it. I would say at a children's hospital, the chances of being...

  11. When is appropriate to apply for jobs?

    Katie89 replied to JessLP's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It all depends on the facility. Most hospitals won't even look at you unless you have your certification, while some LTC facilities would be willing to hire an uncertified person and train them on the...

  12. Starting CNA Class

    Katie89 replied to It's_Me's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was nervous when I started my CNA class last fall too, but I actually found class to be fun! It's so cool to finally be able to jump in and start doing all the hands-on stuff. Good

  13. Help, I Have a Phone Interview!

    Katie89 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I finally got a response to a CNA application I put in at a large local hospital. They just want to schedule a phone interview with me, but I figure that's better than nothing; at least they're...

  14. Why Can't I Get a Job?

    Katie89 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello; I finished my CNA class late last year and became state certified earlier this year. Since then, I've been applying at a variety of places and so far, I haven't even gotten an interview! I...

  15. Why Can't I Get a Job?

    Katie89 replied to Katie89's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Chevyv, I'm actually in Waukesha co. Milwaukee is a bit of a drive for me, but if all else fails, I'll do it. That said, Children's hires CNAs? I didn't know that...I suspect there's not much of a...

  16. Float Pool

    Katie89 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hey; I'm a CNA and I was wondering if it's a good idea to apply for a float pool position at a rather large hospital. I don't have any hospital experience, so I thought it might be better to try for a...

  17. Float Pool

    Katie89 replied to Katie89's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thanks everyone

  18. First Interview

    Katie89 replied to Bayley's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Crossing my fingers that you get the job! Some places don't care as much about previous work experience...your chances depend a lot on how many other applicants there are/their experience. If you...

  19. How do you get over the smells?

    Katie89 replied to flipper4u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Like others have said, if it doesn't literally make you vomit or gag, just tough it out and eventually it won't bother you anymore (or at least not nearly as much.) Otherwise/until then, a tip I...