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  1. Starting CNA program (Career Training Center of Chicago)

    atla posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello there :) I've been lurking for a few days, and just wanted to say hi since I've now registered for my CNA classes. I begin January 6th, and I'm so excited. I put in my 2 weeks notice at my...

  2. Starting CNA program (Career Training Center of Chicago)

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

    I ended up taking my class here as well. I also liked the instructor. Most days class let out WAY early, which was inconvenient for me because I couldn't depend on a schedule for public...

  3. Want to be trained as a CNA/PCT.

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

    Lol, no. I adore Grey's. I just wanted to point something out. You said you regret not getting into the field earlier. Remember the recent Grey's episode where the couple came in, and all the male...

  4. Want to be trained as a CNA/PCT.

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

    rdstrasser, do you watch Grey's

  5. Want to be trained as a CNA/PCT.

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

    I'm glad you took the first step. Sometimes, that's the hardest one :) Let us know how it goes, and if you get

  6. Any daycare that operates until 12 midnight or 7am- 3pm LTC jobs

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

    It's Wednesday DId you get a chance to go? Did you get an

  7. Help!!!!

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

    Glad to hear things are going better

  8. Want to be trained as a CNA/PCT.

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

    Hi, I'm Stephanie, 23, just became a CNA. My mom has been a nurse (LPN then RN) for 12 years, and was a CNA before that. She has spent her entire career in Geriatrics, first LTC facility then home...

  9. CNA's graduating in March-April!

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

    Hey. Just got back from court. $228 in fees, 120 days "supervision" (which means I just can't get any tickets or anything), and 4 hours of driving school. The people I hit haven't contacted my...

  10. CNA's graduating in March-April!

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

    I have liability insurance, so it will cover any medical bills for them up to $25k. I'm sure I'll get lots of court costs and fines, though. It could be worse, though :) Thanks for your well...

  11. CNA's graduating in March-April!

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

    I feel you, Shante. Just 3 days after completing my CNA course, I rear-ended a hummer in my little Chevy Prizm. My fault I was on my way to my first interview for a CNA position, and had to call...

  12. CNA CLASSES!!!

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

    There probably isn't a huge difference. In my area, classes ranged from $500 to $900. Some were only 4 weeks, other were 3 months (community college). But they all teach you what you need to know to...

  13. ged or high school diploma for cna?

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

    With my CNA class, we only had to have graduated 8th grade. But I'd check with your individual

  14. Bad Economy and CNA jobs

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

    Nope.

  15. New LPN would like CNA input please

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

    I don't have a lot of experience, so the only thing I can add is just LISTEN to your CNAs. If they're telling you that there's something abnormal with a pt, don't turn your back and start writing on...

  16. NEW CNA GRADUATE!

    atla replied to FAVORED1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most places allow you to work 90 days without being state certified, so long as you passed the course. Go ahead and apply. I'm working as a CNA right now, having finished my class at the end of...

  17. My CNA expires in May...What should I do??

    atla replied to ChicagoICU_RN's topic in Illinois Nursing

    From the Illinois Nurse Aide Testing website: Question: It has been more than 2 years since I have worked as a nurse aide. Do I have to take the training program over again? Answer: If a nurse...

  18. CNA's passing meds in Long Term Care

    atla replied to DanChicagoRN's topic in Illinois Nursing

    In a certain ALF where I work(ed) in IL, they have a position called "Med Care Manager" which is a CNA that they've given a short class on giving medication "reminders." Since the he meds come...

  19. You know you're working....

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

    You know you work mornings on an alzheimer's/dementia unit.. when you don't envy graveyard their so-called "light work load" because they have to deal with

  20. Any daycare that operates until 12 midnight or 7am- 3pm LTC jobs

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

    It's very likely that it will be an on-site interview. The Sunrise that I work at has open interviewing each Thursday at 11 AM, so I would call and ask if they do that as well, and what time....

  21. Any daycare that operates until 12 midnight or 7am- 3pm LTC jobs

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

    Let us know when you find something!

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

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

    Mine was 4 weeks as well, and it was fine. 4x/week. 3 days were lecture, one for clinicals. As long as you have plenty of time to read.. you'll be fine. I spent 1-2 hours a night reading my...

  23. Any daycare that operates until 12 midnight or 7am- 3pm LTC jobs

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

    Oh, and just to add, you do have to be a CNA to get hired for the skilled nursing part. All the "caregivers" or "care managers" that I work with in the assisted living unit are CNAs, though.

  24. Any daycare that operates until 12 midnight or 7am- 3pm LTC jobs

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

    That's pretty much the term they use. Once they hire you, your nametag will say CNA, but the thing is you don't have to be a CNA to get hired for that position, but it definitely makes them consider...

  25. Anyone have/had to buy their own...

    atla replied to Nina2bRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Nope. Just had to have a stethoscope before clinicals, even though I never used it during clinicals, lol. The facility that I work at keeps gate belts in a supply