westmar

westmar has 20 years experience and specializes in oncology; med-surg; management.

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1. EPIC Computer Program

   westmar replied to al7139's topic in Nursing Informatics

   How true that is! We are live on an EMR and thought the system was the problem. Turns out, we had a very inexperienced implementation team, as well as inefficient IT dept. We have had to bring in...

2. Trying to avoid undesirable CNA duties

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

   This is and always will be a sore spot with me. I completely agree with

3. Trying to avoid undesirable CNA duties

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

   Absolutely there are other nursing jobs that don't necessarily require "dirty work", however going into the nursing field with that mindset is not a good sign. It's not an issue of laziness, but...

4. Trying to avoid undesirable CNA duties

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

   Nursing is about taking care of the "whole person", and not just the fun stuff. To be a good nurse and make a difference, it is about being a team player. If you have this attitude so early on, you'd...