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  1. Hospital Unit Clerk Program

    wifey08 replied to Just A Wanderer's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Don't waste your time. Right after HS, I moved to PHX and completed the Hospital Unit Coordinator program in 1995. I was never able to get a job. One, because I was 19 very little work experience...

  2. studying for a&p before the semester even started

    wifey08 replied to jeanttb's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm studying for A&P2 - I have to get an

  3. There won't be any raises this year

    wifey08 replied to Manatee111's topic in General Nursing

    I was laid off along with 200 others. The company mandated a 10% pay decrease across the board and took away how much sick pay an employee could acquire. Even if they "earned" 100 hours, the max is...

  4. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    wifey08 replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Three months ago, I produced a list of all LTC facilities in a 50 mile radius. Either by email or phone I contacted each one and asked if they offered free CNA training in exchange for work. All of...

  5. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    wifey08 replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It doesn't reflect negatively on me because you can say the same about accelerated BSN, A&P, Chem or Micro summer course that all get the job done in shortest amount of time, for a higher fee (in...

  6. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    wifey08 replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    TheCommuter - I want to do both at some point. But the short term goal is to gain experience while I hurry up and

  7. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    wifey08 replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thank everyone for your replies! I really appreciate it. My goal is to get the most training in the shortest amount of time, so I can start working/and work part time while in the RN program. I...

  8. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    wifey08 replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I've seen paramedic training for $5000 today. I'm searching for a 600- 800 course - wish me

  9. How do you respond when you tell people you are a hospice nurse?

    wifey08 replied to RachelRN25's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Without the amazing Hospice nurses who took such wonderful care of my dad last year - I don't know where I would be

  10. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    wifey08 replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You think 1500 is robbery for a 2 week accelerated course? Please

  11. Ivy Tech Nursing Application

    wifey08 replied to Circe's topic in Indiana Nursing

    You are right! Better safe than

  12. Ivy Tech Nursing Application

    wifey08 replied to Circe's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I sent all my original college transcripts from "any college usa" to Ivy Tech. So I should be good, except for the Ivy Tech courses I'm taking this summer and fall terms. My question is - do I have...

  13. Ivy Tech Nursing Application

    wifey08 replied to Circe's topic in Indiana Nursing

    What if you already turned your official transcripts in to Ivy Tech (so you were able to get into classes or get out of taking classes)? Since Ivy Tech has all my official transcripts except Summer...

  14. Anatomy and Chem this Fall...who else?

    wifey08 replied to SoCaliGirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, it's the A&P for Dummies - great

  15. Need some advice on CNA exam

    wifey08 replied to 1uvakindmom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You said you found a job in a nursing home, what position did they hire you for? Then they will pay for your CNA?

  16. Anatomy and Chem this Fall...who else?

    wifey08 replied to SoCaliGirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Diddo on the AP2 and Chem 101 The A&P for Dummies has helped me so

  17. is this as impossible as it seems?

    wifey08 replied to hwalls's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    How about more

  18. Is it a wise choice to take these classes together?

    wifey08 replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry didn't mean to hijack your thread but how about A&P 2 with Chem

  19. CNA classes and requirments in Indiana

    wifey08 replied to spoiledbrat0627's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I'm in Anderson. Thanks for sharing - I will keep on

  20. CNA classes and requirments in Indiana

    wifey08 replied to spoiledbrat0627's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Lowell is about 2.5 hours away from me so that wont work. I emailed WorkOne to find out if they will pay for the course. I googled the last one and nothing came up, so I'll give them a call...

  21. CNA classes and requirments in Indiana

    wifey08 replied to spoiledbrat0627's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I've called around all the available LTC and facilites listed on the website above. NONE of them are offering the CNA program due to lack of funding and need. I decided to take it in the Fall 09...

  22. Do most jobs send a rejection letter after interview or just ignore you if you

    wifey08 replied to rainbowbright2's topic in General Nursing

    It's an Employers Market, even though it is inconsiderate and unprofessional in my opinion, it's a sign of the times and it sucks. Out of the thousands of jobs I've applied for since Feb 2009 - I've...

  23. Working as a CNA while getting BSN.

    wifey08 replied to Tasenhall's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi, I'm new to the game also. Could you tell me how you got your CNA training and license through a local LTC. Did you just visit a TLC and ask if they had a program? I am really interested in...