emily_ganshert

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1. The NOC shift doesn't wake up ANYONE in the morning...is this normal?

   emily_ganshert posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I work the day shift right now, and it seems that every time I arrive in the morning, NO ONE is up. I actually plan to move to the NOC shift, so I'm just curious if any of you have seen this? Thanks!

2. Can you work in home health as a new CNA?

   emily_ganshert posted a topic in Home Health

   I work in LTC right now, and this is my first CNA job. I've only worked there less than two months, but I'm thinking home health would be a better fit.

3. Nursing homes vs. Hospitals for CNAs?

   emily_ganshert posted a topic in CNA/MA

   For those of you who have worked in both settings, which did you prefer?

4. What was your 1st day of (non-orientation) CNA work like?

   emily_ganshert posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I just finished my last day of orientation, and will be starting my 1st actual work day soon. I'm a nervous wreck! Can anyone tell me their story and/or offer some encouragement? Thanks!

5. Did being a CNA make you NOT want to be a nurse anymore?

   emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in CNA/MA

   This is wonderful! Thank you for taking the time to tell me your story. So tell me, why DID you decide to "bite the bullet" and become an RN? Better pay, or did you just want/need a change?

6. Started a new CNA job; could REALLY use some encouragement

   emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in CNA/MA

   Thanks everyone SO much!! I appreciate all the encouraging and kind words. I was feeling really down when I posted this and you all really lifted my spirits. :)

7. Did being a CNA make you NOT want to be a nurse anymore?

   emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in CNA/MA

   Really? How so? I'd really like to hear your experience!

8. Did being a CNA make you NOT want to be a nurse anymore?

   emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in CNA/MA

   I AM overwhelmed, yes. I only had four days of orientation before they put me on the floor by myself with 12 residents. Luckily, I asked for more orientation today and my boss said that was fine. I just felt like it was too much, too soon, and my sch...

9. Did being a CNA make you NOT want to be a nurse anymore?

   emily_ganshert posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I'm just curious, because I'm working as a CNA and am really having doubts about whether or not nursing is for me anymore. For now, I'll blame it on the fact that I'm new and am HATING life. I hope it improves. What was your experience?

10. Started a new CNA job; could REALLY use some encouragement

    emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in CNA/MA

    Yeah, I was put with a trainer, but only for FOUR days!! Then I was thrown onto the floor and feel completely in over my head. I did make a checklist, which is helpful. But I'm having a hard time remembering peoples' names and am stressed about remem...

11. Started a new CNA job; could REALLY use some encouragement

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in CNA/MA

    Hey folks, I'm entering my 2nd week of a new CNA job and am feeling really overwhelmed. I feel like I don't know anything! Can anyone give me any advice on how to stay organized (and not forget all the tasks we have to accomplish)? I need all the hel...

12. Please help! How/when do you measure I & O and BM?

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in CNA/MA

    I just started a new CNA job and never did have this training. Thanks in advance!

13. Can I take the TEAS in one state and use those scores for a school in another state?

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

    I'm in CA right now and plan to apply to some nursing programs in OK. Is the TEAS like the ACT, and it doesn't matter where you took it?

14. Microbiology, Summer 2010

    emily_ganshert replied to Anoetos's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I'll be taking it this summer too. It's 5 weeks long. I'm anxious to see how it goes, for myself and everyone else! :)

15. In need of advice for state exam.

    emily_ganshert replied to natd9's topic in CNA/MA

    Hey, don't freak out. I passed both written and skills portion on the first try. The written part was EXTREMELY easy; a lot of common sense stuff. As far as the skills portion goes, yeah, you definitely need to know what supplies to use. And for God'...