Misslady113

Misslady113

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  1. CNA's can't accept gifts.....???

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am in CNA classes and we were told in the book and by the instructor to not accept gifts from patients or family members. I understand if it's money or jewlery or something, but CNA's can't accept...

  2. Time for me to introduce myself.......

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello to all. I have been reading these forums for a while now and would like to introduce myself. I am Misslady and from NYC. I start my CNA training on May 18th YEA!!!! I actually got a grant from...

  3. CNA pre-req class- really unsure about it

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

    Busia, I'm going to be blunt and honest. I believe that the number 1 reason a person should become a nurse, is because they have compassion and understanding in their hearts for other people and they...

  4. Differences between Nursing home, Assisted Living, and LTC???

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What are the differences between the three? Which of the three is the best\worst, hardest\easiest work enviroment? Are there any opportunites for CNA's besides these and

  5. Confused - CNA vs. PCT vs. Medical Assistant?

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

    Everyone here answered your questions perfectly. I would like to add that CNA's get paid less, but PCT's and MA"s get paid around the same. But with MA you will be in school for about 6 to 12 months,...

  6. I finally start my CNA class tomorrow!

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

    Yea!!!! Good for you. I just found out today I start mines in two weeks. So excited. Good luck and do your

  7. Drained`Exhausted`Emotionally Concerned`Disoriented

    Misslady113 replied to Kitcat25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Dont fret yet. I am not a CNA yet, but am taking my courses in a few weeks. I look myself in the mirror and tell myself that I will see conditions that will hurt my heart, and that I want to change...

  8. How does the flu kill people??

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    When I was growing up, the flu wasn't a "killer". You got the flu, got sick and some chills, maybe vomiting, and got over it. But it seems nowadays that it had been labeled so deadly that we need...

  9. Lost my job....

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

    Im so sorry you lost your job. I dont know how long you've been working there for, but if its been more than 6 months I believe you may be able to get unemployment. On your next job, be careful. The...

  10. I AM a CNA!!!!

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

    LMAO. Cogratulations. I love all the little dances. Good luck on being a tech. I hear its a great position. You seem very happy.

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

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

    Its only been two weeks. Give it some time. No one starts out on anything perfectly for the first time. And its very challenging to have to take care of different people with different circumstances....

  12. Please do listen to my plan and advice. I will be eternally gratefull

    Misslady113 replied to thelousyllama's topic in International Nursing

    here is a list of nursing schools in nyc.nys nursing - rns, lpns, nps if you just want to work in the healthcare field you can start out as a certified nurse asssistant. you wont make much. they only...

  13. The end of my career?

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

    Sonomala, Im really sorry to hear about the call. Ive actually been reading your posts and following up on you. Lets hope for the best hun. But it is NOT the end of your career. Maybe at that...

  14. Will I lose weight being a nurse??

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I will be a CNA soon. I hear that nurses run around all day non-stop and sometimes dont even get a break to eat or use the bathroom. So if I work under these conditions, should I expect to lose a few...

  15. NYC CNA's

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

    hello to all. i am from the bronx beginning my cna classes in may. i am going to new age training. its on 8th ave between 35th and 36th. they have reasonable fees and also offer a flexible schedule....

  16. Any studying tips?? How do you study??

    Misslady113 replied to Shante1985's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Well, since I love to study, what I would do is read as many chapters as I could in advance. I would read the book like a hobby, and when the time came for us to discuss that chapter, I already knew...

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

    Misslady113 replied to ZionsWrath's topic in New York Nursing

    Prettyladie, I actually took an EMT B course a while back. The course was about 6 months long if I remember correctly. I just want to emphasize that EMT's scope of practice is very different from that...

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

    Misslady113 replied to ZionsWrath's topic in New York Nursing

    hello. go to this website and put in your borough and some schools should show up for the training you are looking for. also if you make less than 56,000 a year, workforce 1 will give you a training...

  19. Where do you think the nursing problem / shortage begins??

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello everyone. I am a nurse to be and I cant tell you how many complaints and problems I have heard about nursing and the healthcare system as a whole. I hear so many people blame this nurse and that...

  20. Where do you think the nursing problem / shortage begins??

    Misslady113 replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your replies. Maybe I didnt state the question properly, but Im more asking about what are the causes of the working conditions of nursing (ex. administrators want bonuses so they short...

  21. Did the Doctor cause my baby's cord to collapse???

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello to all. This is something that has bothered me for a while, and I never got any clear answers. I know my doctors and nurses will never admit to this so Im coming to you to ask your opinions. I...

  22. Im so scared to become a nurse!! Please help???

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello everyone. First of all I would like to say how much I just admire you nurses for getting to where you are, and sticking with it through the difficulties.:bowingpur I am not a nurse, but am...

  23. Im so scared to become a nurse!! Please help???

    Misslady113 replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    Wow. Thanks so much for your comments. It really touched home.

  24. What's the saddest thing you've seen in your career??

    Misslady113 posted a topic in General Nursing

    How did it affect you and how do you cope with emotionally challenging

  25. New Nurses: Is nursing what you expected it to be???

    Misslady113 posted a topic in Emergency

    Hello to all. My question is for new nurses. I have heard of the dream of nursing school and the career, but the shock of the reality of it. Is nursing better or worse, harder or easier, than what you...