Dorali BSN, LPN, RN

6 yrs LTC, 1 yr MedSurg, Wound Care

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    How does a Credit union work

    Dorali replied to Queen33FutureLPN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I don't know about auto loans, but when we were buying our house, our realtor told us that credit unions charge more fees when applying for the loan. I don't know all the in's and out's of it, but I...
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    As a CNA, what can I do to prepare for LPN school?

    Dorali replied to Dorali's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hey Nikki--how did it go? Thank you for letting me know about the book! I like hearing a nurse's stories so that will be right my
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    Back injuries

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

    Seems like you could anonymously call state (or whoever) and have them come in. Management would love
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    Could a CNA teach a CNA program?

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

    The day instructor at my school was an LPN. My instructor in the evening was an RN-BSN. My opinion would be that the instructor would need to have enough education and experience as a nurse, just for...
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    Mouth Care

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

    I will admit that I am one of the ones that doesn't do much oral care. And yes, I am ashamed of that because I don't leave my house without brushing my own teeth. I work day shift and I think the...
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    blood pressure cuff not working!!!?

    Dorali replied to cmm4ever's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've seen a BP & steth kit in the pharmacy at Wal-Mart for $20. Probably isn't the best, but I'm sure it would do ok. Plus, WM will take back anything!
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    As a CNA, what can I do to prepare for LPN school?

    Dorali replied to Dorali's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good luck with your interview!!! Keep me updated on how it goes. I haven't done any private messaging on this site but I'm sure it's available
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    providing privacy?

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

    Yes. You pretty much provide privacy for everything. I remember when state was coming last year (my first time), a friend/co-worker told me to be sure to shut the door even if you are just tying a...
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    Paying for CNA course

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

    I don't know if this would apply to you, but my class was paid for by my tribe. (I am Chickasaw.) If you have a CDIB card, you could look for grants there. The school I went to had financial aid...
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    My take on the should I become a LPN/LVN first

    Dorali replied to tothepointeLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    This thread is a blessing to me!! I think I had already made up my mind to do LPN first, but I needed that reassurance. I do plan on bridging to RN when the time comes, but I do have a family to take...
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    Funny things your residents have said/done...

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

    Mrs. C was complaining about having to stand on her hurt knee to go to the bsc. She said, "This hurts. I need something for it." I said, "Like ibuprofen." She said, "No. You know the one that starts...
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    how long does it take you to leave work

    Dorali replied to cnamommyto2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Up until a few months ago, that's how they were doing it here too. I'm not really sure why they changed it, but now they pay us down to the minute. Budget, I guess. We are cutting back because of that...
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    how long does it take you to leave work

    Dorali replied to cnamommyto2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work 6a-2p and I leave AT 2. I get to work at 5:30 to cover my lunch, that I rarely get to take. I was staying til 2:30 or so, trying to make sure I got everything taken care of, but I learned that...
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    Is the pay enough?

    Dorali replied to peppapig123's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most of the people I work with can't survive on CNA pay alone. I do ok because my husband has a decent paying job, but most everyone else has some sort of government assistance. If you are planning on...
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    use of gloves

    Dorali replied to goldenretriever8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    We don't do it like that usually. When state was there the first time, someone had failed it. We were given the new instructions and everyone was tested 3 times. When they came back, my partner got...
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    School

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

    I will. I know the feeling! God bless you for making this career choice! Good
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    use of gloves

    Dorali replied to goldenretriever8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Right before state came for their followup a few months ago, our facility when nuts over the CNAs knowing how to do pericare. There was a total of about 6 glove changes throughout, and even how to get...
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    CNA grads i need ur advice!

    Dorali replied to katrina6192002's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No, but I would suggest you apply at a LTC facility. When I got hired they didn't even know when I graduated, but I told them I was a new CNA. I didn't work for 11 months after I got my certification....
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    how do you wear your hair when going to work as a cna

    Dorali replied to cnamommyto2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I wear mine in a ponytail or a messy bun because I can never get it right--and it wouldn't stay neat anyway! Usually hairspray to keep my "baby bangs" laying flat. I do get up early to put on makeup,...
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    I feel like there is nothing more to learn here.

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

    Sounds like my routine as well. Talk to your nurses, let them know you want to learn and see if they will let you go in when they have something out of the ordinary to do. We got a new resident a...
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    Residents RIGHTS!!

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

    I agree 100%!!! I can understand why they have to have a routine, the whole facility would be crazy if we didn't, but some of the things these people have to do is ridiculous. I have a woman on my...
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    not comfortable yet...

    Dorali replied to Drewby614's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just jump in and do the best you can. Do as much as possible, then if /when you need help go ask. I've been doing this for a little over a year now, and that is still how I handle things. For...
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    What is the difference?

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

    We have had NAs work at my facility. They were people who were currently in a training program, but not yet certified. Therefore lacking the 'C'. To become a level II CNA here in OK, you have to have...
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    A couple of Clinical questions. Is this fair to patient?

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

    An Alzheimer's resident may not be able to come out and say "I'm thirsty" but when something isn't right with their body, they will get irritated and it's a matter of figuring out why. For example, I...
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    How long before you felt comfortable being a CNA?

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

    I'd say at about 3-6 months I started feeling like I could handle things alone. It took me a long time to get those muscles built up to where I was comfortable transferring people alone. Then a little...