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  1. Funniest thing that happened to you at work?

    topher-67 replied to pca_85's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    We have one the is constantly saying, "I need to pee"! Three or four times in a row. The other day she was in the dining room at the feeder table with the others. One of the other ladies know for...

  2. Dear CNA's

    topher-67 replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    :1luvu: I didn't think that I would be too keen on the idea of working in a LTC as a CNA, but the ol' buggers just get to you. I cannot wait until nursing classes start because some of the folks with...

  3. In what department do you not wipe the backside?

    topher-67 replied to mirgadia05's topic in General Nursing

    "Used Car Salesperson" is best suited for you. Then the S*** will come out from the top!

  4. What's in your pocket(s)?

    topher-67 replied to AllieSparksRN's topic in General Nursing

    Pen, penlight, hand sanatizer, odor eliminator spray, washcloth (for me to wipe the sweat off) butterscotch hard candies. CNA 2-10 shift. Contents after 6PM usually include denture tablets

  5. Horrible hospital experience!

    topher-67 replied to southernbeegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! That's is just terrible that all of you had to go through such an event. Some people are obviously in the wrong profession! I hope you dad is doing

  6. Tired of reading this.....

    topher-67 replied to topher-67's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you all for your

  7. Tired of reading this.....

    topher-67 posted a topic in General Nursing

    :yldhdbng: I'm going to try to get my point across without turning this into a rant. I've read several posts about lazy, good for nothing, rude, etc. CNA's or PCT's at hospitals. My SO and I are...

  8. I love this job.......

    topher-67 replied to Misslady113's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you very much. I needed to read that after a hard

  9. Need advice in NE Arkansas please

    topher-67 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello all! I currently work at an LTC facility in NE Arkansas as a CNA. I am quite bothered by the lack of professionalism by the other CNA's and some nurses where I work. I know I'm new and have a...

  10. My first day of clinicals

    topher-67 replied to jwannab's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Best of luck to you! When I'm pushing two residents down the hall coming from the dining room the little voice inside me says, "All aboard the alzheimer's

  11. Mentioning Nursing School In CNA Interviews

    topher-67 replied to techraider77's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It wouldn't hurt! The DON asked me why I became a CNA in the first place, so I replied that I was getting a jumpstart in nursing. Just relax and be

  12. 10 things you say at work lay people could get arrested for

    topher-67 replied to sharann's topic in Nursing Humor

    Sounds very familiar..."Did you do Mrs. X & Mrs. Y"? or even better "Go do so and so and then we'll both do you know who together".

  13. CNA Commandments

    topher-67 replied to greeniebean's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    9. Thou shall answer the call light in So & So's room for the third time in a row and be eager to

  14. New CNA!!!

    topher-67 replied to Girl Scout's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    whoo-hoo! congrats!

  15. Interview!! What to do?!?!?! help

    topher-67 replied to ICantWait!'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, do tell them about your experience helping your family. No, do not tell them you will work for less money! Be attentive at the interview, be on time, dress well, ask simple straightforward...

  16. You know you've been working too much when...

    topher-67 replied to chickapea's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    ROFLMAO!

  17. I Passed the NCLEX!!!

    topher-67 replied to lizzyberry's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    awesome!!!! great

  18. Wondering why I did this

    topher-67 replied to Trillcat's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try to focus on the little positive things you get to do all day for your residents. Yes it is like being in the trenches as already stated, but you will gain a lot of experience. After a while the...

  19. Part Time job's during Nursing School

    topher-67 replied to Sogo's topic in Men in Nursing

    I'm starting my pre-req's as well in August. I work at a LTC facility (CNA) full-time to stay afloat and make ends meet. (sort of) Like the others folk have said it's a great way to pick up clinical...

  20. Honestly, Am I too old to become a nurse?

    topher-67 replied to Natbail's topic in General Nursing

    The wife and I are both 42! Age is not a factor in nursing....caring, life experience, etc will be to your advantage in the long run. We are both CNA's at a nearby LTC facility. We took our CNA course...

  21. Need advice in NE Arkansas please

    topher-67 replied to topher-67's topic in General Nursing

    I have been looking at the local hospital websites on an almost daily basis. NEA Baptist has several openings as well as St. Bernards in Jonesboro. I am also interested in MSHS in Jonesboro which has...

  22. Im Having a hard Time Deciding if I want to be a RN.PLEASE HELP I NEED ADVICE!!!

    topher-67 replied to Angela.Tris24's topic in General Nursing

    Slow down and take a deep breath in and out Angela....it will get better. My wife are in the same boat as you and many others out there right now. We are both CNA's in LTC and have plenty of poo, pee...