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

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, 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...

  2. What skills did YOU get at the CNA state exam?

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What did you think was most

  3. Should I take Anatomy and Microbiology together?

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in General Nursing

    Or should I take Physiology before Micro? My school doesn't have an order that they are required to be taken in. What do you

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

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, 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?

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

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, 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?

  6. 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

  7. Nursing homes vs. Hospitals for CNAs?

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

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

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

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, 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...

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

    emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in Medical Assistant, 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

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

    emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in Medical Assistant, 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.

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

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

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

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

    emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in Medical Assistant, 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...

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

    emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in Medical Assistant, 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...

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

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

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

  15. 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 Students

    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

  16. Microbiology, Summer 2010

    emily_ganshert replied to Anoetos's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    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!

  17. In need of advice for state exam.

    emily_ganshert replied to natd9's topic in Medical Assistant, 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...

  18. How are you celebrating the end of Spring finals?

    emily_ganshert replied to letsseehere's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I only have a two week break between spring and summer semesters, so I'm going to visit family and see my new niece back in Oklahoma! Can't wait!!!

  19. How to prepare for working nights for the first time...?

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm going to be looking for work as a CNA soon and am considering the nightshift, if possible. How do you prepare yourself for working nights as far as your sleep schedule goes? Any help would be much...

  20. Physiology

    emily_ganshert replied to Ciale's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Our school only offered them separately as well. I'm finishing up Phys right now and it has not been that difficult. A lot of fun, actually. But since you are taking it over the summer, I recommend...

  21. Summer 2010 Schedule?

    emily_ganshert replied to Tara:)'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well....I can't register just yet, but the schedule is out. I plan to take Microbiology and Nutrition this summer. :) I hope I can get in to

  22. First day of CNA Clinicals!

    emily_ganshert replied to PatMac10,RN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had an awesome first day of clinicals (I'm finished with the program now). It was a little scary at first, but once I got a rhythm going, it was great. I was fortunate enough to have fantastic...

  23. Barely pulling a 'C' in Micro, and need some advice please

    emily_ganshert posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just found out I have a 73 in the class (and I have been pulling my HAIR out trying to do well in the class). Talking to the professor does nothing (he's a bit of a prick) and I'm not sure what to...

  24. Barely pulling a 'C' in Micro, and need some advice please

    emily_ganshert replied to emily_ganshert's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The drop date is next week, and it looks like I'll be dropping. A MUCH better professor teaches it in the summer, and I hope to get in with him. Wish me

  25. Is it better to take microbiology after anatomy and physiology?

    emily_ganshert replied to smellyacres's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took anatomy first, and now I'm in physiology and microbiology at the same time. I definitely think anatomy before phys is a good idea, but CHEMISTRY is what you should take before microbiology!...