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  1. Do CNA's do ANYTHING other than bedpan work?

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

    Being a CNA is much more than bedpan work. When I worked LTC, the work involved vitals, transfers, feeding, and being a social person for the residents who didn't necessarily have people coming in to...

  2. school supplies needed for cna course

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

    My program actually required us to buy a stethoscope. They told us that on the first day of class and let us use "community" stethoscopes. Which brings me to my suggestion of keeping individually...

  3. Benefits of becoming a CNA before Nursing School??

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

    A lot of big hospitals (at least in my area) won't accept a CNA without them having at least 6 months experience and really. So you may want to start working in a hospital and apply to jobs from...

  4. NOT FOR ME???

    sakura_k replied to Dreamer74's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Everyone has already said it, but it is wayyyyy too soon to walk away! The first day in any new job is overwhelming and scary and rarely reflects what the actual job is like. You need to get to know...

  5. New job

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

    I used to work 2p-10p. We'd set up the dining room for dinner, pass out meal trays, help feed those who needed help feeding, clean up dinner trays, help people with their toileting and washing up and...

  6. Why become a CNA? Be a Medical assistant instead

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

    When I was fresh out of training, I had a separate section on my resume for "Clinical Experience" and listed where I did my clinicals and what I did. I was told by the places I applied to that they...

  7. I graduated my CNA class!!!

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

    :anpom: Congrats! And congrats on the new job and that big first step towards a nursing

  8. First day of clinicals on Monday... any advice?

    sakura_k replied to natd9's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have three bits of advice: 1. Be fearless...you'll get more hands-on experience if you push yourself to be the volunteer, to be the first to take on more than one resident, etc. 2. Always carry a...

  9. Why become a CNA? Be a Medical assistant instead

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

    I agree completely - being a CNA is not about being in the spotlight, it's about the patient. That's part of what I love about the job. I'm not here to get appreciation and tons of money, I'm here...

  10. Nurse Tech and Nurse Aide

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

    I think it depends on where you're working. In some cases, nurse techs = CNAs. But I believe some hospitals hire nursing students who've finished the first handful of quarters of nursing school as...

  11. Do you have a back up to Nursing?

    sakura_k replied to pumpkinpatchquilter's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Believe me, I have my moments where I completely agree on this. :) (Like...right this

  12. UW BSN

    sakura_k replied to bina11's topic in Washington Nursing

    ...well, at least I'm in good company. Good luck to those who already know they're doing the essay and to those who, like me, feel an ulcer coming on...shall I pass the

  13. Major issues with Chemisry!!!

    sakura_k replied to Melanie19877's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What works for me is to talk it out - the old mantra "see one, do one, teach one". In this case, I see the problem, I do a problem like it, and I teach someone else how to do it. The unfortunate part...

  14. Looking For a Little Direction

    sakura_k replied to tnohe1's topic in Oregon Nursing

    You're welcome! Good luck to

  15. Looking For a Little Direction

    sakura_k replied to tnohe1's topic in Oregon Nursing

    tnohe1 a LOT of the programs I'm looking into (including, now, the PA program as my plan B) require hands-on experience which, for nursing schools, typically comes in the form of a CNA or MA...

  16. Do you have a back up to Nursing?

    sakura_k replied to pumpkinpatchquilter's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    kuccellini I know exactly how you feel. I'm in a similar boat to you, though I'm done with prereqs and now have the pleasure of retaking some that are "too old". Color me excited. Plan A is to get a...

  17. Waiting on TCC for Spring 2010...

    sakura_k replied to condanchri's topic in Washington Nursing

    I didn't apply to TCC but to all of you who did apply, I want to wish you luck and let you know that you're all in my thoughts. Application process is stressful enough, but a random lottery? That...

  18. CNA during college?

    sakura_k replied to collegestudent417's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I worked at a long term care clinic where they were super supportive of students and would allow you to work part time/per diem so that you can focus on school as well. I think it depends on where...

  19. wish I had more hands

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

    topic, I don't know what to say...I am astounded that you have this sort of ratio. You're right - cutting corners is unacceptable and it scares me, thinking of the treatment the residents are...

  20. How do I apply for a position with no med experience?

    sakura_k replied to kimmy436's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    kimmy436 it's a matter of what would be a good fit for YOU. Most job postings give specifics about the type of residents you'll be interacting with. So really, it's knowing what you think would be a...

  21. UW BSN

    sakura_k replied to bina11's topic in Washington Nursing

    bina11, I agree. The application process is extremely time consuming and exhausting, and to put in all that work only to be handed a denial is a hard blow. Best we can do is pick ourselves back up...

  22. How do I apply for a position with no med experience?

    sakura_k replied to kimmy436's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I second what MissPiggy said...mostly, hospitals want some experience before they'll hire you, which means you'll need to start out with LTC. Six months was the norm when I was applying. I'm glad I...

  23. Will becoming a CNA help me get into nursing school?

    sakura_k replied to Miss Cassandra's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It certainly won't hurt. There are a few schools in WA state that give you points towards admission if you have previous work experience as a CNA and there's one school that requires you to be a CNA...

  24. The wait for your acceptance into nursing school

    sakura_k replied to jessymarie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    When I'm doing apps, I always think that's the worst part - trying to sort through what each school wants, writing the essays, tracking down the transcripts, feeling guilty about asking people to...

  25. How to study for CNA license?

    sakura_k replied to ttt-n's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am a notoriously bad test taker, but I found the written...well, kind of easy. I was invested in the material and honestly a little interested in it, so I think that probably helped me. I'd put it...