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  1. did your job give you a holiday gift??

    CNA2day replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in General Nursing

    We had a holiday party but since we are a LTC facility the evening shift did not get to attend. So those that were working got a $10 certficatate good for almost anywhere in town. We also got a...

  2. Funny Nursing Dreams

    CNA2day replied to abbaking's topic in Nursing Humor

    I had a dream that one of the reisdents was in my house. I had to find a way for her to stay at my house. This lady is mentally retarded and is often screaming or rolling around on the floor striping....

  3. worried will documented back condition prevent rn job in the future?!

    CNA2day replied to CNA2day's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I would never take a job that did not provide lift equipment. Not no way not no how! However it really isn't an issue around here as most places are owned by the same company and they are a "no...

  4. Can someone with a mental illness really be an effective nurse?

    CNA2day replied to studentenurse's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Yes I do realize that. I also think that without knowing the person it would be hard to know if they were one of them. Off the top of my head I still say no but if there is a passion I am sure many...

  5. CNA while in nursing school?

    CNA2day replied to Brian 77's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    yes to it it is worth it. My job paid to put me through the class and get the

  6. Can someone with a mental illness really be an effective nurse?

    CNA2day replied to studentenurse's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    wow that is a hard question. Off the top of my head No I do not see a paranoid schizophrenic being a good nurse. However I am sure there are exceptions to every rule! I think that my "physco nurse"...

  7. Unable to find job due to restrictions - Advice please

    CNA2day replied to RNinWI's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I unfortunately can relate to your story. I did get hired on as a CNA but when they realized I had a back problem (herniated disk l5-s1 and so far l4-l5 is only bludging) they tried to say they could...

  8. Do you call IN or OUT sick?

    CNA2day replied to firefox828's topic in General Nursing

    if I call in that means I am calling into the facility to say I will not be there if i GET called in that means they called me to get my but over there and work!

  9. How do you protect your back health?

    CNA2day replied to Silas's topic in General Nursing

    I lift with my legs only. I do not do things if I think they will hurt me. I use the lifts on the patients if I do not feel comfortable lifting them. I wear a back brace to work as I have a previous...

  10. I'm Sorry, But I'm Thankful

    CNA2day replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    Wow your post made me cry. Pobally because yesterday we lost one of my favorite residents in LTC. I am glad he is gone as he is no longer suffering. "I'm sorry you suffered like you did, but I'm...

  11. Lets get a current salary thread going for 09/10

    CNA2day replied to Finallydidit's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well I am not an RN yet still a CNA However as a CNA I make $9.30 Evening diff .50 more Weekends 1.50 more/hour Great benefits South Dakota I also know of a recent grad with her BSN RN that was hired...

  12. Work Attire...

    CNA2day replied to Nelle84's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    We can wear whatever we want as CNA's. Nurses can also wear

  13. My Partner left our patients wet!

    CNA2day replied to littlebitark's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You said that you were new. For now I would work to establish yourself as a hard worker who takes pride in your job. You know you have to go behind her and check. Make sure you are putting YOUR...

  14. What a night(mare) at home!

    CNA2day replied to jrw03282009's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! So I am confused what would cause that much reaction from a scratch? Is it just from the bacteria on the skull? I know things like cat scratches tend to react badly and my personal experiences...

  15. CNA Training... what experience did you have b4 you hit the floor?

    CNA2day replied to CNA2day's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    wow! I didn't realize my training was so lacking until reading everyone's

  16. How many people failed the CNA state exam the first time?

    CNA2day replied to windmill182's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I did not fail my CNA test but I had plenty of experience on the floor before. Thinkgs I know of that people failed for. Not locking w/c breaks. Not providing non skid slippers or shoes before...

  17. vent about nurse at work

    CNA2day posted a topic in General Nursing

    Okay, To start this off I am going to say I am not a nurse. I am not normally one of those CNA'S that dislikes any request from a nurse. I understand the role I play in the job and maybe that is why...

  18. vent about nurse at work

    CNA2day replied to CNA2day's topic in General Nursing

    Well I am thinking she got in trouble because she has been REALLY REALLY nice lately... ummmm weird! It will not last though, I know now from previous ecperiences she will slip back into her old...

  19. Has anyone tried Turbo Jam?

    CNA2day replied to beautifulb's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I have not used it but I actually take phone calls for the infomercial part time! People really seem to like the program. But jsut remember, as with any program, you have to actually use it to see...

  20. A jaded nurse who cried last night and was renewed as a nurse

    CNA2day replied to Zookeeper3's topic in General Nursing

    wow! Thanks for sharing that. It actually made me cry thinking about it. Thank you so

  21. I'm going to college for nursing. Should i get my CNA?

    CNA2day replied to knikki's topic in General Nursing

    YES! The experiences are great! It will show you what you will be in for as a nurse... lol And it is relative work experience. Who would you rather hire a new grad who had never worked in the health...

  22. Alzheimer's in my family

    CNA2day replied to country mom's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry to hear that alzheimers has affected you personally. I also have a good friend who has been diagnosed with alzheimers. I have to say the medication he is on to control it is AMAZING! He...

  23. What is the white stuff in my blood tube?

    CNA2day replied to stephenfnielsen's topic in General Nursing

    I think that the poster was refering to the "south" because of the choice of fast food places. We do not have in and out burger or whataburger or any of those weird name fast food places. We do have...

  24. I hate nurses, what should I do?

    CNA2day replied to brentster_us's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I understand the OP message. I only have one "physco nurse" where I work but man she can ruin your whole night. I try to have it roll off my back but sometimes it just gets to you. She actually told...

  25. What classes are you taking Spring 2010?

    CNA2day replied to TamiLee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am in English Comp, Anatomy, and Basic Algebra. I can not get into the anatomy lab though due to scheduling conflicts! UGH I want in sooo bad! I do not want to have to pick it up later! NO FUN!!! I...