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  1. Question about natural science test portion of the LPN entrance exam

    Comfortably_Numb posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hello, I am scheduled to take an LPN entrance exam (PSB - Aptitude for Practical Nursing Examination) test soon. I received a few pages of specimen questions and purchased the "Master the Nursing...

  2. Are all LTC jobs like this?

    Comfortably_Numb posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Been having a rough time at work lately and I just need to vent a little bit, maybe some people posting about their experiences will help me a little... I have really been struggling with my job (CNA...

  3. Are all LTC jobs like this?

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

    Thank you so much for your words. I talked to HR and the DON about not working that one hall. Next time I see my name on the wing sheet for that hall I am walking out of that building before I even...

  4. Are all LTC jobs like this?

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

    The mental toll is much worse than the physical toll, I am afraid. Sorry to hear you are feeling stressed out as well. I hope you can find a job that makes you happier. This field itself is good....

  5. Are all LTC jobs like this?

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

    Thank you for your post. In response to your question- yes, I get things done without being told. I admit I will ask questions about a resident I don't care for very often, and I will ask for help...

  6. FED UP CNAS!!!!

    Comfortably_Numb replied to marineswife0809's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Coworkers. Yeah, the job itself is stressful, but I've been at it for a few months and am getting better at it. There is one hall in my building that I absolutely love, and when working with those...

  7. What Motivates You to Go to Work Each Day?

    Comfortably_Numb replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The prospect of losing my job. I dread going to work most days because of the intense stress I sometimes deal with on the job and the anxiety I endure before going in.. But I dread being jobless...

  8. All excited and then they disappear? How long have you been an aide?

    Comfortably_Numb replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This is EXACTLY how I feel. I thought I would be getting to make a difference in people's lives.. I don't get that feeling when I work. I feel like what I do is meaningless. It's just an assembly...

  9. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

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

    Just a quick question because I am considering Rad Tech in addition to Ultrasound... is it extremely math intensive, and if so, is the math very difficult/challenging? Math is my weak spot so I am...

  10. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

    Comfortably_Numb posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm a new CNA fresh out of school (became certified March 20th) and I started my first CNA job at the beginning of April. This was my second full week and my first week off orientation. I wonder if...

  11. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

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

    I already have a lot of my college classes out of the way. Basically, I've completed all but 2 pre-reqs for a BSN. If I was to continue nursing I would have to retake chemistry and take speech. But...

  12. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

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

    Yeah, I've heard many stories about how hospitals are generally better places to work. I'd probably enjoy it more, but hospital work will be a more feasible option once I have my own car and I have...

  13. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

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

    Just a little update.. First of all I want to thank you all for your replies and words of encouragement. It really helped and I think you guys were right. I am already starting to feel better. The...

  14. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

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

    I just wonder how I'm ever gonna do it.. I'm dreading this upcoming week and I'm honestly starting to ask myself how anyone can love this job. I like helping other people, but I'm not sure if that...

  15. Stressed, brand new CNA. Am I going to make it? :(

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

    Thank you all for the responses, they helped a lot. I am going to give this place a try for a few more months at least.. if I am still miserable I can always try a different setting like Home Health...

  16. are you nice to new people?

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

    Hah, weird I came across this post when I did.. I'm the "new girl" at my facility.. fresh out of school so I have no previous experience whatsoever. My coworkers are nice to my face.. but I can't...

  17. Does Two Weeks is Enough?

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

    I thought the absolute minimum number of hours for a CNA program was 75 hours. That number can be higher depending on your state. My program is 118

  18. How long did it take you to complete your CNA program

    Comfortably_Numb replied to Unique87's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My CNA program = 4 weeks total. The first 2 weeks were theory from 8 - 2:30 M-F. I am currently in the last 2 weeks of the program: clinical. We're there from 8 - 3:30 M-TH. Next week is my last...

  19. Taking CNA class with immature classmates..UGHHHHH

    Comfortably_Numb replied to Ling07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yep.. the one rude girl in our class sucks up to our clinical instructor BIG TIME because she got on the theory instructor's bad side, and wants someone to back her up in case she screws

  20. Taking CNA class with immature classmates..UGHHHHH

    Comfortably_Numb replied to Ling07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What a time to stumble upon a thread like this... I had the same problem today. There is one particular girl in the class who acts immature if other students don't catch onto something fast enough or...

  21. CNA dilemma

    Comfortably_Numb replied to Nelle84's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That all depends. Usually the training offered through a nursing home is free, but I think it obligates you to work for that facility. If you go to a school, you aren't under obligation and you can...

  22. CNA's graduating in March-April!

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

    Glad to know I'm not the only "baby" of their class, heh. Like you I am doing well in the class so far but I haven't started clinicals yet. This upcoming week is my last week of theory then it's all...

  23. Northeastern PA CNA programs - anyone?

    Comfortably_Numb posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I know I live in a small region but I was hoping someone from my area would find and respond to this. I have trying to search for a CNA program in my area but I am not having much luck.. I found one...

  24. CNA's graduating in March-April!

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

    I started my class Feb 9th. It's 4 weeks long so I should be done with the course March 9th. :) It runs from 8 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. So far I am enjoying the course. My instructors...

  25. Where to find CNA programs?

    Comfortably_Numb posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I live in Northeastern Pennsylvania (around Scranton) and I am having a hard time finding a CNA course. I found one from the Career Technology Center, but it is too long (from January to May) and I...