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Hello Everyone! I just completed my training as a Patient Care Technician . I take my National Test for PCT on Dec 18th. In the past few months I have seen job posting for PCT's at DMC and ST Johns. They are all asking for experience as a PCT. ...

Hello Everyone: I have my CNA certification, BSl certification and have taken the course for a PCT. I have worked as a home health aide/care provider for a year in half . I have been consistently applying for CNA jobs , PCT jobs at local hospitals ...

Hello 313RN: Thank you so much for your responses! 313RN I wanted to ask you do you feel since graduating from U of D Mercy Nursing Program did it prepare you for your present in Nursing job. I am going to U of D Mercy in 2011 . I want to make sure t...

I live in Southfield, Michigan . Oakland Co Health Dept 27725 Greenfield Rd , Southfield , Mi . My TB test was free. Call and see if you have to live in Oakland County for the free test.

Thank you for your response.

toi121 Thank you so much for your response. I had heard this . But I didn't want to believe it. I shall keep on applying . The person I know is God. I believe with God's help a hospital position will soon be mine. thanks again

Thank you 313Rn. I am sure I will have more questions.. thanks again

Thank you so much for your input. Yes I am going to U OF D I have only heard good things about it.

Hello as0227 Congratulations on being 3 weeks away from graduating. I am applying for Jan 2011 class at U of D Mercy. I thought the school was suppose to prepare you for NCLEX exam. Why is the passing rate so low.. Thanks for your response.

Thank You so much 313 Rn for taking the time to give the background info and advice. I have been wanting to hear from someone whom had graduated from the program. Hopefully I will meet someone that graduates this year so I can see how to do my jou...

Congratulations on your acceptance to U of D Mercy. You might like staying in Oak Park, Royal Oak, or Southfield which are pretty close to U of D Mercy I am working on my requirements now. My goal is to get accepted to the Jan 2011 Class. I wen...

I too have made a Career Change! due to economic disaster of Financial Banking Lending Industry. The career which I come from. When I was in college sometime ago working on my Bachelors . I worked as a Nurse Aide on a part time basis. I really ...

I passed my Clinicals test But I have to retake my knowledge test. I was very shocked". I reread the questions and answers 3 times. I don't know if it was nerves of what! I did poorly on the part of Basic Nursing Skills and Providing Specialized Care...

The National Test which I am taking is for Patient Care Technician. It requires you to be CNA state certified , and you have to have taken classes in phlebotomy and EKG. I had to get my CNA certification to take my National Test for Patient Care Tec...

Retook the CNA Knowledge Test today and PASSED! Now I go on to study for my National Certif for PCT. thanks for everyone input.

All the above are Right!. If for some reason you unable to get with a Hospital. There will more than likely be a few Nursing Homes that will hire you immediately.

I tested in Lansing Michigan.

Yes Indirect Care is Very Important! Just work on practicing your indirect care! Don't loose heart! You will pass the next time!

Yes you should wear scrubs that are pressed . You want to look professional. Just remember take your time. You will do well. God Bless. Happy New Year!

Yes thats it. Read it in great detail . Practice your skills and study for your knowledge test and you will be fine! Best wishes!

Your correct handwashing , indirect care is automatic. The other 3 skills will be choosen for you. You will not know what those skills will be. Just read over your instructions you received from the State of Michigan Certified Nurse Aide Info...

Hello: From my experience my clinical skills were choosen by the computer when I arrived. You don't know what skills you will be tested on. It is just best to study and practice your skills. When you do your clinicals take your time and think as y...

All is well I have received the information I needed. On my way to retake the my test. I am thanking God now for the best job as a PCT. I am so looking forward to Nursing School next year. God is so Good.