Ev1987

Ev1987

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  1. What does your stomach look like?

    Ev1987 replied to fuzzywuzzy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would love to answer that question, but I'm six months pregnant, and my stomach has only grown since working as a cna. But, I have notice more muscle tone in my legs and

  2. Looking for a mentor...

    Ev1987 replied to Poi Dog's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Some cna's love to offer help and advice to others. I have had several mentors at my facility that I consider very special

  3. CNA exam question?

    Ev1987 replied to esunada's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I toke both the red cross training course and exam. They basically just prep you for the state exams. I thought that the written test was mostly easy, they just try to add some tricky questions in...

  4. CNA continuing education units?

    Ev1987 replied to Definingmyfuture's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

  5. How hard is to find a CNA job with minimal work experience?

    Ev1987 replied to natd9's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I also toke the red cross program, and found a job in a nursing home less than a week after I passed my state exams. My facility often hires cna's with 0-2+ years experience, so I lucked

  6. First Impressions of Coworkers

    Ev1987 replied to CoffeemateCNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yeah, there's this cna that works the shift before mine, and she always leaves unfinished, open bags of potato chips, cheese puffs and soda in the linen cart. EVERY FREAKIN' SHIFT!!! This woman is...

  7. First Impressions of Coworkers

    Ev1987 replied to CoffeemateCNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I remember first introducing myself to a perceptor, and telling her 'Hi, my name is Ev. I've been assigned to work with you today.' She looked at me...then at her nosey girlfriend, and said...

  8. Where can I buy scrubs, help me immediately please!!

    Ev1987 replied to tavia_yeung's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Buying scrubs offline? Walmart is usually open certain hours everyday. Also, the color of scrubs cna's are allowed to work at their job, varies from each facility. Ask a supervisor when you get the...

  9. What's on-call mean?

    Ev1987 replied to tavia_yeung's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    'On call' usually means to replace the shift of a cna that might have called-out sick or had a personal day off. I am happy to hear that you're pleased with finding a job. I suggest that you keep...

  10. Should I become a CNA while in Nursing school?

    Ev1987 replied to pinkfawn's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I say 'go for it.' Getting the experience in basic entry-level nursing wouldn't

  11. Now or Never!

    Ev1987 replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That was really sweet of them. Hope you enjoy your first day at the new job. Best

  12. SOS!! White scrubs!!

    Ev1987 replied to shix's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, I agree. It's probubly too late for you to order something online, so I would also consider wal-mart or a local scrub store. I also had to wear white scrubs during my clinicals. I would practice...

  13. Whats Night shift (11pm-7am) like?

    Ev1987 replied to Faro's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I personally enjoy the night shift better than am shift because the environment and building seems much more peaceful and mellow. My co-workers and I work at a steady pace, instead of rushing and...

  14. CNA Class Tomorrow! Any Advice?

    Ev1987 replied to leaharagon's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I felt the same way too, couldn't wait for some action! But the textbook/classroom stuff is essential and very important to know before getting on the floor. It pays off big

  15. You know it's going to be a long day when...

    Ev1987 replied to eveningsky339's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    A co-worker calls out and you have one and a half pages of vitals to do, yet the same resident buzzes the call light every five minutes to ask if you can adjust their

  16. Bringing own supplies?

    Ev1987 replied to TryintoLearn's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I thought your facility was short on washcloths and towels. Are they short on body wash, moisturizer and deodorant, too? Even if you do have to use half a towel to wipe clean and the other half to...

  17. How to find a free course

    Ev1987 replied to Kyla.ann's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The nursing home I work in offers free and paid cna training, along with employment afterwards. Which I was so mad to find out because I paid $1,400 for my program out of pocket. Try calling long term...

  18. Passed for CNA, when will my name show on registry?

    Ev1987 replied to mandi_b_07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I also toke my exam on a saturday, and saw my name on the registry the following wednesday. They didn't mail me my certification card until about 3 weeks after my test date. You can always print out...

  19. Starting CNA Class on Monday Help!

    Ev1987 replied to ccasey013's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I don't think there is anything to be nervous about. Try enjoying this experience. I graduated from my class on new years eve. I learned vocab, cna skills, activities of daily living, resident rights...

  20. What's In Your Lunchbox?

    Ev1987 replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you eat before you go to work, and work six hours straight, you could grab a sip of water from the water fountain (if you have one) or label yourself a cup of ice water and keep it in a nearby...

  21. Big Booty Judy

    Ev1987 replied to justme01's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Decency: I just wear either a thong or pantyhose/stockings. That normally keeps pants from up your butt. I also wear scrub pants with drawstring to keep them attached at my hips. Perspiration: If the...

  22. Fall risk

    Ev1987 replied to zeppzepp2009's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. I know you must feel really bad. I have a status report on my residents, so I know who is stable and unstable on their feet. Of course, if someone has a problem keeping...

  23. a rant to my fellow aides

    Ev1987 replied to NM nurse to be's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    At my facility, there does seem to be a lot of pointing fingers at different shifts. I just perform my job the best way I can, and remain respectful to my co-workers. No need for unnecessary

  24. BAD PRECEPTOR!!

    Ev1987 replied to NurxingRoxx's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm sorry you had such a horrible experience. When I was in orientation, I had both good and bad preceptors. Not everyone is a good teacher, or patient and well-mannered. Good luck with the rest of...

  25. Fall risk

    Ev1987 replied to zeppzepp2009's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would assist them to the toilet, and give them some privacy. There is a call light in the restroom, so they would ring when they're