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  1. Can't wait until it's my turn to be an RN

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

    That's really sad. I've taken my A&P I © and A&P II (F). Obviously I need to retake them. Next sememter I'm doing the PCT I program and then all next year will be repeats to boost my GPA...

  2. Bachelors in Biology. Now what?

    thenameismac replied to cookiefairy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well after reading this thread a question came to mind for anyone reading this. What if you have a GPA of say 2.66 or whatever and you got your diploma (Bachelor's). You need a certain GPA for med...

  3. How to get a job as a PCT

    thenameismac replied to mamayogibear's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I think all of the responses are good but I don't understand why everyone wants us to jump through a thousand hoops, run 50 marathons, and eat our own foot before we can get a job somewhere. I have...

  4. can i still pass??

    thenameismac replied to mkika510's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Okay. 1. I think it helps to use punctuation because that was really hard to read. Either that or you are just really freaking out. 2. Just calm down. I am going to assume that you took the class...

  5. pct/nurse tech wages

    thenameismac replied to k_r_ah's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I won't be going in as a NS but just a regular PCT. Is the pay still the same in Baltimore or just anywhere? Do you NS get paid more or less than those who just finished a PCT or CNA

  6. I'm still worried...

    thenameismac posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I am going to start the PCT program soon so of course I've been reading on here about what it's like to be a PCT or a PCT student. I'm am still worried. A lot of people are saying that the class is...

  7. I'm still worried...

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I know the message was meant for momof2prettygirls but tomc5555 If it's a regular textbook then they are hard to find at the library. Some you have to buy at the school. My school was selling the...

  8. I'm still worried...

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I just got my book the other day and I don't want to seem too excited or anxious so I'm going to wait until Jan. 10th to start reading. I got my syllabus already and and I just want to get a major...

  9. I'm still worried...

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    cookiemonster84, thanks. I have not taken a cna or home health course before. I'm thinking the PCT program will be very similar to the CNA classes others have to take. I will definitely try blogging...

  10. CNA EXAM

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

    For the exam, how is the physical part? Are there real patients or do you bring a volunteer? Are you in a real setting or do you have to make believe? I hope this isn't too

  11. Where to buy scrubs?

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Ptbunny- That sounds familiar but I don't know where that is in Glen Burnie. I'm there all the time but I can't think of where that

  12. Nursing Scholorships

    thenameismac replied to msklp's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You could try your state board of nursing website. My state (MD) has a workforce shortage scholarship and others you can apply to. Also don't limit yourself to just nursing scholarships. Think...

  13. CNA EXAM

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

    I start a PCT program in January but I've picked up a ton of books from the library. It seems like a lot of common sense but a really good one to look at, in my opinion, is Exam Cram CNA since it...

  14. Night or Day nursing programs

    thenameismac replied to Kfarmer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It depends on where you live. In MD there are only a handful (and I'm talking like 2 or 3). They accept fewer people and less often than other programs. Some programs are offered in both the Fall...

  15. How long does CNAs' paychecks lasted?

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

    It should say it on your check..."Void after 120 days" or something like

  16. Where to buy scrubs?

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Lol. I have long legs so it's hard finding pants that don't come above my ankle. I will check out all of the places mentioned above when I get some money and need a new pair. Thanks for all of the...

  17. Start CNA program tomorrow!

    thenameismac replied to MKO90's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats! I can't wait to start my program on Jan. 20th. I am super excited. I've done retail and office jobs for only 5 years or so and it feels like forever! I can't wait to get a job as a CNA or...

  18. Does CNA experience help new RN employment?

    thenameismac replied to melc0305's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This is a question for the OP and caliotter3...the employer should like if you became a RN at the same place you were a CNA (like you moved up the later type deal), right? I'm sure this is common...

  19. Where to buy scrubs?

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I didn't even know that Target sold them. Which one and where in the store? I'm just get my next pair there or Walmart especially if they are going to be under $35 a

  20. Excited about scrubs??

    thenameismac replied to nottootoo's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm starting a PCT program in January and I am excited to wear scrubs even if they are all white. They are still comfortable

  21. How to get a job as a PCT

    thenameismac replied to mamayogibear's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    From what I've gathered on the site (and some other research) I think you would need to get a job at a nursing home or something of the sort for AT LEAST a year. A lot of hospitals will not hire you...

  22. Need help with final examination ?

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

    I'm pretty sure no one is going to respond to this. A lot of people, including myself, frown upon others posting test questions and seeking answers on this site. My only suggestion would be to use...

  23. Starting PCT program in Spring 2011

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Sorry it took me so long to apply but a GNA is a geriatric nursing assistant. That's good that you got a position at the facility in which you wanted to work. When I start out I really don't care...

  24. Starting PCT program in Spring 2011

    thenameismac posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Hey if you are starting a PCT program in the Spring comment below. Where are you going to school and what are your plans afterwards? What is your ultimate goal? Personally I am a little nervous...

  25. Where to buy scrubs?

    thenameismac replied to thenameismac's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Thanks u guys. :smackingfI totally forgot about walmart. I went to Life Uniform in White Marsh mall and bought the top and bottom for about $35. The top was like $16 or something like that. I will...