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    Physically abused by resident

    Poi Dog posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Last night a resident slapped me in my face and called me some endearing terms. Think of the "c" word that rhymes with runt and she told me to go "f" myself. She was calm and then she went bananas...
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    What is your favorite smiley?

    Poi Dog posted a topic in Nursing Humor

    Mine is because it is sassy lookin' OK, your
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    Calling all pen aficionados...please report here

    Poi Dog posted a topic in General Students

    The thought of pens cheers me up and yes, I need to be cheered up today. Please post what pens make your heart :redpinkhe Right now I am liking the following: Pentel Energel Pentel RSVP (fine) Bic...
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    Anyone used music as an intervention?

    Poi Dog replied to mamatara's topic in Critical Care

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    I am considering not being a CNA anymore...

    Poi Dog posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am just fed up with it. I have begun to dread going to work (my stomach is in knots). I believe that I work hard and provide the best care to my residents but it seems like it is never enough. I...
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    What have you found in your pockets at the end of your shift?

    Poi Dog posted a topic in General Nursing

    -A barrette -A hearing aid -numerous pens -alcohol wipes -a bottle of shaving gel -a lighter -couple pairs of gloves -spoons -forks -a cigarette -piece of paper with a number that I have no idea...
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    Stop the drama

    Poi Dog replied to GitanoRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have perfected an "Are you kidding me/an idiot?" look whenever someone tries to pull me into the soap opera loving life. They see that I have zero interest in their theatrics and move on to someone...
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    Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    Poi Dog replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for noticing that I use gloves. I realize that your last caretaker did not use them and therefore you are insulted that I use them while providing care on you. So put a lid on it because I am...
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    The War On Fat

    Poi Dog replied to Crazed's topic in General Nursing

    As someone who has been on the higher and now lower end of the scale, I empathize with those who battle their weight. What happened to having empathy for those who are considered overweight? Yea, I...
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    My day today...

    Poi Dog replied to mc3's topic in School

    How adorable! :redpinkhe I'd take that over being told a million times that I suck because I moved too slowly getting colder
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    The Mockery of Nursing

    Poi Dog replied to Old.Timer's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My coworkers and manager hate me because I am good looking. I rock the scrubs look like NO ONE elz'z bidnizz. Has this one been mentioned or I am once again a day late and 1 $$$
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    40 & going to school to be a CNA!!

    Poi Dog replied to missie1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my CNA class, we had a 58yo and a 65yo. They both did well and their age did not hinder them at all. I say go for it and best wishes.
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    The Mockery of Nursing

    Poi Dog replied to Old.Timer's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    can i where scrubz 2 da interview...i toadally look hott in dem!!!!!111!!!!! wut bout heelz (blk or blu?) mayb a dr will swept me offa my heelz. plz advices. (hot
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    Do your staff desert the floor during a potluck?

    Poi Dog replied to pattyslattery's topic in General Nursing

    Nah, at 1700 when management leaves and the evening shift (potluck bunch) has the floor, we bring the goodies to the nurses's station. Luckily our main entrance is locked at 1630 and people have to...
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    Funniest thing you've ever seen happen to a doctor

    Poi Dog replied to Guttercat's topic in Nursing Humor

    Ex, who is a doctor, told me that for his going away party, his staff put KY jelly/gel? on his phone. Fortunately he has a good sense of humor and was laughing while wiping the gooey, sticky mess from...
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    Horrible First Day; How to cope?!

    Poi Dog replied to tammy_zeidan09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sounds like you had a great day and that makes me happy. Keep plugging
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    what about staff abuse, not patient abuse?

    Poi Dog replied to CNA/glorified maid's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    After the first call from that client to the police, I would have NOT gone back. What happens if one day, charges are pressed against you? No client is worth the hassle. Not to mention the physical...
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    CNA Training Program Costs

    Poi Dog replied to NinasCD's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The Red Cross class here runs around $1500. Some of my classmates took it through a work-force program...all expenses
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    Career move to CNA good idea?

    Poi Dog replied to cappi9's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In the words of Dave Hester from Storage Wars,
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    2nd shift CNAs (3-11), what are your routines?

    Poi Dog replied to CarolinaGirl1112's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That is my routine as
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    CNA's/PCT's how much do you make?

    Poi Dog replied to Karen06's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just under $16, no
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    Your pet peeve of the week

    Poi Dog replied to fuzzywuzzy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    When I am in an isolation room, in the midst of a shower, and someone stands at the door to tell me that a resident needs to be
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    Reports between nurses and CNAs

    Poi Dog replied to Cuddleswithpuddles's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Report is relayed to the oncoming CNAs and nurses by the off going CN at my
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    At your facility, who goes on rides with residents to doctor's appointments?

    Poi Dog replied to Dorali's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    We utilize staff who are off that
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    What Colored Scrubs Do You Wear?

    Poi Dog replied to glutton4punishment's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Anything goes but we are forbidden to wear all black because they say that that is the color associated with