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  1. STNA Ohio. Where may I work with my cna licence?

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

    in ohio the state only recognizes stna (state tested nursing assistant). when working at hospitals you are considered a pca (patient care assistant) or pct (patient care technician) cna (certified...

  2. Ohio STNA Certification - How long is it valid?

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

    In the State of Ohio your STNA is good for a period of 2 years, given that you have worked 8 hours in a 24 month period. You can also review this information on the Ohio Department of Health

  3. student loan repayment programs?

    ohiocleveland replied to sgallardo70's topic in Ohio Nursing

    So your job paid for you to go to school for your LPN, but don't wont you to work as an LPN and keep you working as an STNA? wow.... i would've asked questions before signing my name on the dottit...

  4. I can't believe I actually did it!!!!

    ohiocleveland replied to blt3535's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Great jobs!!! hats off too you... i remeber when i had to give a bed bath to a 95 yr old women and i am a man and i was like ooooohhh my.... do i really have to and then i just jumped right on it and...

  5. What you'd REALLY like to say....

    ohiocleveland replied to ICor9:24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That's because to many nurses sit back and give orders and forget how to do basic skills. To many nurses think becuase they are one, they don't have to go the extra mile... Lazy nurses = poor pt care...

  6. Can STNA's insert catheters?

    ohiocleveland replied to Cparker05's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I only know of a few STNA's in Ohio that insert cath... they work in hosp and have been trained... I'm not sure about the home health practice, as some already mention check with the agency you worked...

  7. What you'd REALLY like to say....

    ohiocleveland replied to ICor9:24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    A CNA should start off around $14-$15 an hour... Think about it for a second... All the hard work CNA's do every day with the demands from the nurses who where ONCE a CNA makes me sick.... I wont to...

  8. agency work in Cleveland

    ohiocleveland replied to WSU_Ally_RN's topic in Ohio Nursing

    firstassist.com - i used to be a recruiter for them, they are one of the best... and i worked for several others ones

  9. State Skills & Written Exam in a Week. I still have questions..!.

    ohiocleveland replied to michelle4698's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    A general rule is knock on door, intro, explain why you are there, provide for privacy, wash hands.... then begin steps.. You should always wash your hands when you are done witheverything, that...

  10. Should I put my last employer on my resume?

    ohiocleveland replied to SnowRain7489's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It doesn't sound like you had a problem with your employer, if you continued to work for them after the no call no show... You even stated that they will call you if needed, so it sounds to me like...

  11. CNA- What questions should I ask?

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

    Ask for the STNA Training Program Coordinator Ask about dates/times of class Any fess assoicated with the training Require scrubs, equipment Testing location for your State exam Teacher knowledge in...

  12. Tell me what U think?

    ohiocleveland replied to Shari1565's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree with everyone. However, I would contact the DOL not the BBB. The DOL (Department of Labor) will get your money back. But first, have copies of your time sheet to show proof that you work said...

  13. CNA Exam -- Anyone have trouble finding the pulse?

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

    I know in Ohio when you take the State exam you are allowed to start over, but you have a total of 35 minutes to complete all skills. some times finding a pulse can be a little tricky just always go...

  14. AHH!! Applied almost 25 places, and not even a consideration

    ohiocleveland replied to brip87's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Well said!!!!! The best way to get a job in to knock on doors, dress professionally, have a firm hand shake and look directly into the interivewer eyes and always have questions to ask when the ask do...

  15. Question about occupied bed

    ohiocleveland replied to Christina08's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Always remember to raise the bed to your comfort level when making an occupied bed. Also, I agree with Virgo RN and to add to that when your pt has c-diff you want to make sure you have gloves on at...

  16. First person to answer this question gets a cookie!

    ohiocleveland replied to pca_85's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I understand that RN's are responsible for more things then an LPN is. Depending upon the setting an RN and LPN perform the same tasks. If you are an LPN in a LTCF you and the RN next to you are both...

  17. First person to answer this question gets a cookie!

    ohiocleveland replied to pca_85's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Anytime... there is still jobs in hospitals for LPN's... LPN's are NURSES just like RN's. Most LPN's and RN's perform the same tasks day end and day out, just because the RN is behind a persons name...

  18. Stna online??

    ohiocleveland replied to Tasha-Ohio's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I'm in Cleveland as well and i can tell you there is no online program that will train you to become an STNA in the State of Ohio. You can review the Ohio Department of Health website for additional...

  19. is this as impossible as it seems?

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

    Most hospitals have there own training program. Even if you are State Tested you will still have to go through the hospital training program. As the work in a hospital setting is sooooooo much diff...

  20. Can you apply for a CNA job if you haven't taken the state exam yet?

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

    I agree with DolceVita, different facility, State require diff things. Some facility will hire you some want. You just have to pick up the phone or visit some nursing homes in your area and ask...

  21. First person to answer this question gets a cookie!

    ohiocleveland replied to pca_85's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Some of the LPN's just got hired on spec floors at ccf main campus. MA's CANNOT Replace LPN'S just like Medications Aides cannot replace them. MA's or Med Aides do not have the level of training as an...

  22. First person to answer this question gets a cookie!

    ohiocleveland replied to pca_85's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Everyone always talked about hospitals getting rid of LPN'S this is not TRUE. People have been saying this for years now.... You can pick up the Sunday newspaper in see lots of openings for LPN'S in...

  23. harrasment by nurse manager

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

    I am always willing to assist anyone in the areas of employment law. I have worked on the employer side and have seen so many things done worng and so many cover up to protect the employer for their...

  24. harrasment by nurse manager

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

    as a previous hr manager, recruiter, etc…now working on my rn. i will give a response from the employer side. 1. this aide needs to document dates, time, location and witness even people who were in...

  25. STNA training class at Bath Manor

    ohiocleveland replied to barleany78's topic in Ohio Nursing

    You can also go to www.mymedcert.com they have classes for STNA total $475.00 you can make payments to. You don't have to pay the whole balance up front. On there website it has a list of all the...