Dorali BSN, LPN, RN

6 yrs LTC, 1 yr MedSurg, Wound Care

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    Need help getting etting money (help) for CNA classes

    Dorali replied to kiss04bam's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wal-Mart carries just about everything you need. I've seen scrubs for about $10-12 per piece and you could get away with one set if you wash it every night. That's what EVERYONE in my class did....
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    Class starts June 4th, Shoe question?

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

    I ordered my shoes online from a company called Shoes for Crews. They have a special sole that makes them super non-slip and they are very comfy. I tell everyone about them. Their website is...
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    How long after you finish CNA course do you typically take the state exam?

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

    We had to schedule our own. My last day of class was a Friday and I scheduled my exam for the following Tuesday. On the first day of class, we did a sort of orientation. We talked about what to...
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    Should I do it?

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

    I also just thought that it may come in handy if the time ever comes that you need to get some extra money. You could pick up some part time shifts.
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    Should I do it?

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

    I would absolutely do it! Any certifications you can get would look great on your resume as well. Plus you never know when you might need it. I paid $60 for my test but they go up to around $80 here....
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    Help!!--CNA State Board Exam!

    Dorali replied to bluechick112's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was told before I took my test that if I failed, I would get my money back. You are allowed 3 tries to pass the test. If you fail all 3 I guess you have to re-take the class or something. I'm...
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    To those of you who have child care

    Dorali posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi all, I'm in a situation right now that I can't start working until I figure out what to do with my kids. I'm a new CNA, passing my state test about 2 weeks ago, which means I won't be getting rich...
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    To those of you who have child care

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

    Thanks so much everybody! I will check out the Volunteers of America here to see if they offer child care. A sliding scale would be awesome! The hospital here charges $130/week for my 2 year old and...
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    Any info on hospitals that will pay my school bill?

    Dorali replied to iwillact's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    I put a CNA application in at Hillcrest yesterday. There was something on the page after I submitted that said something about tuition reimbursement. This is something I will be looking into more as...
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    I finally start my CNA class tomorrow!

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

    How did it go? My first day was like orientation, but still a learning experience. Did you make
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    beginner pay rate

    Dorali replied to more than a mom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    When unsure, I have always put "Open" or
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    Wanting info on CNA training through Interim in Tulsa

    Dorali replied to Dorali's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    For anyone else interested, I just finished my class with Interim. It was wonderful! By the time it was done, I felt completely prepared for my certification test and for working (I haven't started a...
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    Wanting info on CNA training through Interim in Tulsa

    Dorali posted a topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Hi! Has anyone taken the CNA class through Interim in Tulsa? I have enrolled in the March class so it will be starting soon. Just wondering what to expect. Thanks!
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    Considering applying for CNA position in hospital's rehab facility

    Dorali posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi everyone, The hospital I want to work for has lots of positions available for CNAs in their rehab facility. (I orginially wanted to work in Med/Surg.) The problem: The last week of my CNA class, my...
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    3rd shift with family?

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

    I didn't work third shift myself, but my husband did when I stayed at home with my baby daughter. We kept the same hours as he did so that we were able to spend time together as a family (she was...
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    CNA class starts next week!!

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

    Hi Priscila, I just finished my class last week and took my state exam this past Tuesday. I haven't even started working yet. I've been out of school for a while so going back was probably a little...
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    Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    Dorali replied to jb2u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I took my test on Tuesday. I passed the skills exam without much trouble then took my written test. Passed it with a 98%!! They told me that my score was the highest out of everyone that tested that...
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    CNA's graduating in March-April!

    Dorali replied to Serendipity, PCT's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Happy birthday, Resa! And congratulations!!
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    A day in the life of............

    Dorali replied to Ninja Nurse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Fuzzy-It was so nice to read that you went to go help the new girl. That gives me hope that peoplewont be too hard on me! LOL! You sound like a good one to have around!
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    Regarding how to know where to take CNA classes

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

    You might try posting in your state's forum. There you will get answers from people who have actually taken the classes. You should also try calling your local hospitals or nursing homes and finding...
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    CNA's graduating in March-April!

    Dorali replied to Serendipity, PCT's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi ladies, I haven't been in here for a couple of weeks. My CNA class was supposed to start March 2nd, but my funding didn't come through. I had to postpone until the next class started on March 30th....
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    Wanting info on CNA training through Interim in Tulsa

    Dorali replied to Dorali's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Oh yes, I forgot the February class wasn't over yet. I'm so sorry you got sick! Clinicals seem like they would be the most exciting part. That sucks you have to wait another month. I appreciate your...
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    CNA's graduating in March-April!

    Dorali replied to Serendipity, PCT's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I missed out on a couple of days and come back with twice as many pages of posts! Sounds like everyone is doing well! My class starts this coming Monday. FINALLY! I'm a little anxious because I was...
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    Wanting info on CNA training through Interim in Tulsa

    Dorali replied to Dorali's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Thank you so much for your responses! My class starts this coming Monday and I'm sooo excited! I had a good feeling about Interim from the get-go but I just needed reassurance that it was the right...
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    Oklahoma CNA test.....

    Dorali replied to 2bRnKim's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congratulations on passing! I take my class March 2nd (I'm in Tulsa). Good to know what to expect!