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1:5? That would be so nice!

We have the yellow and green, too. I wish whoever ordered supplies would pay attention to the toothbrush stock. We get notes that we don't chart on oral care, but how can we if we can't get a toothbrush??

haha thank you CoffeemateCNA. The thought of seeing another CNA walking around with a wheely backpack made me

Try splitting up what you do when you check the vitals. Refill your water pitchers, empty foleys/urinals and change your inc. patients, etc before you start with your vitals. Make those rounds first, maybe a half hour, or hour before vitals..depend...

If you pads aren't big enough.. you need a draw sheet. just take a normal top sheet, fold it in a half and put in under the patient. When moving the patient up.. tell her she HAS to bend her knees and push. Also, put the foot of the bed all the way...

Our hospital carries the small bottles of mouth wash, so, when I got into a room with a patient that has cdiff.. I'll put a tiny drop of mouth wash on the inside of the mask.. Can't smell a thing other than minty freshness.

I highly recommend a CNA job. Some of the best nurses I know where CNAs before becoming RNs or LPNs. I know that my CNA job has help to reinerate many of the skills I'm learning in school as well as given me the opportunity to get receive support a...

To the few notorious nurses that always sit up at the nurses station "charting" for most of their shift: I am not wonder woman. I can not be in 5 different rooms at once. I do not ignore the call bells in my assignment. So, when you hear one of yo...

I agree.. Thermals under your scrubs pants would just be way too much. Boy shorts are the best things to wear with the white scrub pants.

It's funny how quickly everyone forgets that once they were the newbies too. Kinda reminds me of the silly high school drama. Best to ignore the drama as much as possible. I'd just be nice to the new girl (maybe because I'm currently a new girl to...

Sounds like it was the best move for you in the long run. Good luck on the job hunt! I'll be working this Easter so, enjoy yours for me too!

I know this might be easier said then done, but sometimes we are busy or just don't think about stopping to show someone else the ropes. The best advice I can give you is to be firm but friendly about getting help. Remind them that you are suppose ...

i found the cherokee4less.com is a really good place to buy, of course, cherokee scrubs. if you use the coupon annx you get 20 percent off your whole purchase plus shipping is free if you spend over $25. scrubsandbeyond.com is another really good sit...

I've never tried Tafford... I'll have to take a look around the site. Thanks!

When I was applying for jobs I told them that I am schedule to take the state boards March 25th. Some said to wait until then, while others were still willing to interview. I'd call any of the places you are interested in apply to see if they requi...

Good luck! The first day is always crazy... But I'm sure you'll catch on in no time! And don't forget, just because you're done with orientation doesn't mean you can't ask questions or for help!

EricaB, Reading the chapters before hand is a good idea. I know when I was taking the course I had a test every week. We were somewhat lucky that our program had packets for each chapter along with a study guide to fill out. It took a good chunk o...

I'm not trying to start anything because it is obvious you've been in our shoes before. But, there are still some of us that are trying to gain experience while in school or it is required by our schools to get into a nursing program. Or don't live...

I know this is way late, somewhat new to the site, but I'm going through the pre-nursing, applying, and waiting stage too. PM me if you want to chat.

Dondie, Good luck with your class! Feel free to ask if you have any questions.. Resa, Sounds like you and I are in the same boat. Start my orientation April 6th and state boards on April 25. Good luck! Let me know how orientation and the boards go...

You have to take a look at the benefits and the facility too. But, You need to take in consideration what's the lowest wage you're willing to work for. I can't tell you not to take the job.. but, if you think you are worth more or you think you ca...

I guess I can put myself in the overweight category as well. However, the weight was there before. It is very difficult to feel like running to the gym after a 12 shift. And there are days when you're so busy that you forget to eat or just don't h...

I have a list that I got while taking my cna course. I'll try to scan it later or write it up tomorrow.

Congrats!

apply apply apply! if you are able to work a night shift or weeks... make sure you use that to sell yourself! you have some experience from your clinicals, right? put that on your resume! give them the idea that if they need to you give a shower t...