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  1. Do CNAs get license numbers ?

    work&play replied to work&play's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That's what I thought. "Certified"nurse assistant. I was trying to explain that in another forum, not allnurses, and they proceeded to refer it as renewing thier "license." Even the person from the...

  2. Ironwood or Chuckawalla for a new grad?

    work&play replied to LB49er's topic in Correctional

    I was wondering why the person posting is inquiring about correctional nursing? I bet it's the pay. He/she definately the perfect candidate for a LTC. Anyway, I have 7 years of experience as a CNA. I...

  3. GREAT Interview

    work&play replied to all_good_names_gone's topic in Correctional

    Do I need to sound like the person posting this thread to get a job offer on the

  4. My question is, can I still be a nurse?

    work&play replied to sss1311's topic in General Nursing

    I had a positive reading in 1986. Since then I take x-rays when a TB test is requested. The x-ray results are good for 5

  5. The good things that happen in corrections,

    work&play replied to Eirene's topic in Correctional

    Thanks for sharing. Let us know how she's

  6. applying for position before you finish?

    work&play replied to mrsRJ's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm still waiting for that number. Without that number, I won't be able to get a job. CA takes about 16weeks to get one. Most employers don't want a temporary one, so it's a long wait. Thanks for your...

  7. Just hired!

    work&play replied to jaxnsanjose's topic in Correctional

    By the way, I have the dress code policy I just haven't read all the file. I know you're not allowed to wear blue or orange

  8. How to make studying unboring?

    work&play replied to nohika's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    How do you get an interactive DVD for A &

  9. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    work&play replied to jb2u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I passed on Saturday, Oct. 24. I had to place a patient in a supine position, infection control and denture

  10. applying for position before you finish?

    work&play replied to mrsRJ's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    How long does it take to get a license number? I just past my state skills test on Saturday and made the mistake of applying for jobs. They need the number and since I didn't have one, they skipped me...

  11. Just hired!

    work&play replied to jaxnsanjose's topic in Correctional

    How long did you wait after applying to get an

  12. Is this doable or am I setting myself up for failure?

    work&play replied to JPbaby09's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm retaking physiology like I metioned before, the first time I took A & P was 18 years ago. The above is the reason why I don't mind retaking the preqs. Even if a patients is dignosed with...

  13. Is this doable or am I setting myself up for failure?

    work&play replied to JPbaby09's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    wow! a med with Ca+ channel blocker? Thank god I enjoyed physiology and paid attention. This are the details you don't want to miss just to get the pre-reqs out of the way. I think I'm going to retake...

  14. Is this doable or am I setting myself up for failure?

    work&play replied to JPbaby09's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would like to read what other people think about your question. I'm thinking of doing the same thing next

  15. The Fear of the Skills Test

    work&play replied to Trillcat's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just took mine today and past. The whole thing was a learning experience. The skills that were suposed to be tested and I studied for, weren't there. Anyway, the proctors told us what to do and we...

  16. Does it seem like EVERYONE is trying to be a nurse?

    work&play replied to mrs.tt's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you read the job requirements to apply? You'll be surprised how many of these jobs required years of experience and are not for new

  17. Am I ignoring all the signs?

    work&play replied to mrs.tt's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Think about physical therapy. Having to ace the prereqs is scary. Everyone in my physiology class studies like crazy to get a good grade. They're so desperate! It's really sad to see people in that...

  18. Does it seem like EVERYONE is trying to be a nurse?

    work&play replied to mrs.tt's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just look at the graduate forum here. Most of the new nurses are having a hard time finding a job. I think nursing has gotten better though. I got my CNA during my senior year in high school in 1992....

  19. CNA courses in the San Fernando Valley

    work&play replied to sscofield's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try the Red Cross they have a classes in Van Nuys. I would rather pay them the tuition that a private school. The class is 22

  20. How to make studying unboring?

    work&play replied to nohika's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I tought I was the only one with that delemma. I just can't shake off the

  21. So lost and confused here

    work&play replied to googleypoo2004's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    How do people end up paying so much for school? I know, I only paid 5k for my B.S. Are schools taht expensive now a days? I only graduated 3 years

  22. Totally confused - Nursing vs. Teaching

    work&play replied to 2ndLife's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Biology is a great teaching field and the demand is high. Depending where you decide to work, it will make a BIG difference. If you want to teach high school Biology, you'll most likly enjoy it, and...

  23. The Fear of the Skills Test

    work&play replied to Trillcat's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you ever get the time, search Youtube for CNA Skills Eveluation. They're videos of nurses/proctors from the Red Cross teaching how to perform the skills for the state exam. The funny part is that...

  24. CNA skills videos

    work&play replied to dallet6's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Go to Youtube and search Nurse Assistant Skill Evaluation. They have great

  25. CNA vs Medical Assistant

    work&play replied to smellyacres's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm just going to take a course per semester. I like going to school believe it or don't. It takes me away from my daily rutine. I won't give up, I'm just going to cut the school load. Anyway, my...