Misslady113

Misslady113

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  1. Wearing masks

    Misslady113 replied to CNAmonica65's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    When I was in the nursing home, I would just breathe through my mouth. It's not like anything is going in there, just gases. You form a connection with these people and you change them often. You are...

  2. "The Mean Girl"

    Misslady113 replied to NamasteNurse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I can understand both points. You want to be an advocate for the residents and help them. But sometimes it can turn ugly and you end up being the one suffering. I am a strong believer in karma, and...

  3. CNA training: Too difficult to work f/t and also go to college p/t?

    Misslady113 replied to Elizabeth K.'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think you will be fine. Its not like your taking A&P and Cna courses. The math and english is basic, and so is the CNA course. When I was going to college fulltime I was taking about 4 courses a...

  4. CNA wanting to be a MEDICAL ASSISTANT...will this be better

    Misslady113 replied to amethyst26's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Well, most people on here would tell an aspiring nurse to try CNA to see if it's really what you want. You have already done that and are starting to question if it's for you. What aspect of the job...

  5. NP discusses MJ on national TV ????

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just watched CNN and a nurse practioner(she gave her name) was on the phone giving information about Michael Jackson and what he discussed with her and what medication he was given (not by her) for...

  6. Did anyone else start out in Veterinary? New to forum

    Misslady113 replied to Dana_Lockwood's topic in General Nursing

    I am not a nurse or a vet tech. I was going to pursue vet tech some time ago. I love medicine and have a passion for animals. But after reading some experiences, I realized that not only did the pay...

  7. I do not care anymore

    Misslady113 replied to JB2007's topic in General Nursing

    First of all I want to say that I am not a nurse. I was reading all of your posts from the day of the first one and I must say that they are pretty bad, and they just seem to get worse and worse with...

  8. CNA re-competency testing

    Misslady113 replied to O2BNRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    nursing assistant - video lessons or you can go to youtube and type in cna skills and they have some vidoes. the written exam is mostly common sense. but be careful with the skills. i've seen a few...

  9. Question about perineal care??

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have my state exam on Friday. I'm getting alot of conflicting reports about how to clean the perineal area, and the book doesn't clarify it enough. When cleaning the woman's lady parts, do you clean...

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

    Misslady113 replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was in your shoes not to long ago. Working at Starbucks for 8.00 an hour. May sound like alot, but I live in NYC, so it's about the same as you make if I add in the cost of living. Scrubbing...

  11. Test on Tuesday - Quick Question!

    Misslady113 replied to seventhecho's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm taking my test on Friday through Prometric as well. Occupied bed only requires a top and bottom sheet and a pillow case. Don't forget your bath blanket for the patient. For bed pan it says the...

  12. First Day of Clinicals was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just wanted to share this with you guys. Today was my first day of clinicals. It was just so wonderful I can't wait to go back tomorrow. My preceptor was really nice. The residents were so gosh...

  13. Starting Clinicals...

    Misslady113 replied to Girl Scout's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wow. Finally a positive post about a clinical experience. Good for you. I start my clinicals on Mon and you just made me have a little bit of

  14. CNA Exam Dilemma! Help!

    Misslady113 replied to bluechick112's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Go to Youtube.com and type in the skill you are looking to study. They have online videos of different skills. Make sure you know how your state wants it done though. You can also go here...

  15. Signing up for my CNA class today!

    Misslady113 replied to wannabcna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Good for you mama. Going the extra step to educate yourself to be better for you and your kids. I love to hear stories like yours cause your an inspiration for us moms who only have two or three kids...

  16. I messed up

    Misslady113 replied to aide?'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Quite frankly, who cares what she thinks?? She was irresponsible and she got reported. If anything, you should be glad that she did and hopefully she will learn from it. I always say, work is not...

  17. how many cna's plan to continue their education?

    Misslady113 replied to jynxa17's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I take my state board exam on July 10th. After that I will be going to get my PCT certification. I am planning to become a R.N. I'm not sure if I want to take the LPN route yet. I want to work in a...

  18. Did the nursing problem start when President Reagan implemeted Managed Care????

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was reading that in the 80's President Reagan started Managed Care and thats when HMO"s and PPO's and all the mess that nursing has become started. Managed Care was implemented to provide quality...

  19. Did the nursing problem start when President Reagan implemeted Managed Care????

    Misslady113 replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. I was confused about which Presidents had the idea and the one who actually made it come to pass.

  20. frustrated

    Misslady113 replied to CNAMichelle's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sometimes you have to start at the bottom to work your way to the top. Right now you are a new CNA. In my area hospitals require 6 months to 1 year of experience to be able to consider getting hired....

  21. Just wanted to say Hello =)

    Misslady113 replied to sunflower777's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hey Sunflower. Welcome to Allnurses. Congratulations on your passing your exam. You are offcially a CNA. :yeah:Hard work always pays off. Be great at what you do and never regret it, even in hard...

  22. Boy this is challenging.....!

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello to all. I just wanted to keep you all updated. I started my CNA class on the 18th. So excited and loving it. It is very challenging. We have to read five chapters a day and do the workbook,...

  23. EKG/Phlebotomy Certification help. Where to get and how much?

    Misslady113 replied to ZionsWrath's topic in New York Nursing

    Fabou 79. If you go the the website I posted above and put in the borough you want to go to training in, it will give you the list of schools that you can go to. Manhattan Institute isnt part of the...

  24. CNA skill test in Florida

    Misslady113 replied to ynotlpn's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Im not from Florida, but here in Ny the partial bed bath includes the face, neck, arms, chest, abdomen, hands, back, and a back massage. To explain the exercises from ROM would be too much to do here....

  25. CNA NY Skills Test ..Dont know what to expect, help!

    Misslady113 replied to Samanthajones1212's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am from NY too. Did you get the NY nursing home nurse aide certification handbook? It lists what's going to be on the test in there. Here is a rundown: The test is going to be 2 hours long. You will...