Banjoeer

Banjoeer

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  1. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    To continue about my experience in CNA training.... Today was our last day of classroom training. Tomorrow is our final exam... There are 100 multiple choice questions that I am sure are very...

  2. Please tell me I am not crazy for turning this down

    Banjoeer replied to mommy2three2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry about what is happening to you. Unfortunately I'm finding that this is NOT the exception, rather the rule.... Here's what I recently found: At two of the local community colleges the nursing...

  3. CNA test on Tuesday in NC and I am soooo nervous

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

    i know you'll do great. give yourself permission to know the same thing. the judges that check for this exam want you to pass. they need good, trained, experienced honorable, ambitious cnas. they...

  4. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    Good luck to you nugget... If you can make it in the automotive field you'll be a superstar as a CNA... Just keep your mind open... be patient with yourself... keep a good work ethic... You go

  5. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    You go for it... You can do anything you set your heart

  6. Lost and Unexperienced soon to be CNA.

    Banjoeer replied to michelle4698's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sorry about the deal with your mom... I know it's tough when there's no communication like that... Check the online state nursing department/registry for your state... They'll probably list providers...

  7. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    Wow... That's an amazing "skills test".... I've just finished my first week of CNA classroom training and we had our 50 question "mid-term" today.... Not too bad... a few poorly worded questions,...

  8. Apply for CNA or go to LPN school?

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

    Wages depend on which state or part of the country ya live in... In Oregon the wages span from $12.00 (LTC facility) to $18.00 (psych unit with experience) ... I found that info online... Good luck...

  9. CNA Schools

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

    Here's link that may help in Florida: CNA Florida From what I can see there there is NO minimum requirement for education... IF you can pass the written test and performance exam.... (Plus pay the...

  10. CNA Schools

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

    Depends on the state requirements, if they exist for CNAs. Check with your state's board of nursing and find their guidelines. In Oregon we have 75 classroom hours (minimum) and 75 hours clinical...

  11. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    Don't know if there's a hue and cry for a report from the first day at CNA... but here goes... Class of 14 students, ranging from a 17 year old high school senior to a 55 year old CNA re-tread (was a...

  12. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    Well, from one Jay (my real name) to another... Thanks for your encouraging words. And a big "THANKS" for moderating. I've noticed you guys are on top of it... :tku: 11 hours 40 minutes and counting...

  13. Discrimination towards male students? Need advice.

    Banjoeer replied to Dabuggy's topic in Men in Nursing

    I know this is an older thread, but I couldn't NOT respond. "Protesting will not change anything.." Ever hear of a lady named Rosa Parks or a minister named Dr. King or a former barrister named...

  14. Z-Coil shoes

    Banjoeer replied to dallascowboys's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    What do those zcoils

  15. Money Problems

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

    :shbdy: First things first.... All together now--- Happy Birthday to you.. Happy Birthday to you... Happy Birthday dear nursie, Happy Birthday to you... Hope your FedEx gets there today... Sorry...

  16. Would you do this for a job..

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

    You know the best choice for YOU. Get in a quiet place, relax, and just let your answer come. What we think here are our opinions.... We don't have to live with your decision... You do... Sometimes...

  17. CNA or MA for points?

    Banjoeer replied to SunnySunshine's topic in Oregon Nursing

    If you are just looking for points for acceptance to a nursing, it seems the CNA would have more advantages. It's costs less and it takes less time. If you are seeking a career the previous poster...

  18. Rma

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

    Some of the schools try to sell the medical assistant programs .... I had an admissions recruiter for a private school tell me directly that medical assisting was a gateway to nursing... That is a...

  19. Anyone taking a CNA Course this Summer?

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

    I just signed up for a class starting 6/23 and finishing 7/18.... Two weeks of class two weeks of clinical.... At the Cascade Medical School in Portland OR. They used to be in Woodburn, OR, but...