Ev1987

Ev1987

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  1. Too small for CNA?

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

    I am currently 5 months pregnant, but when I began training, I was 5'8 and only 108 pounds. (quite scrawny) What helps me most in dealing with my residents months ago and today, is just proper...

  2. Can i still find a job as a cna?

    Ev1987 replied to y&rfan84's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would still put down the caregiver job as experience. If possible, I would contact the wife and kindly ask if I could use her name as a reference. Good luck on your

  3. Where do you keep your stuff?

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

    The cna's with seniority tend to have the lockers at my facility. But for most others, we have a closet space where we can hang our belongings. My best advice is bring only what is neccessary to

  4. Do hospitals hire small framed/ petite CNAs?

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

    I have a co-worker who is extremely small, and she gets her work done very effectively. Like anybody else, if a resident is extremely heavy, assist of 2 or requires a hoyer lift, we get assistance...

  5. About Follow-Up Thank You Note after the interview, plz help me!!!!?

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

    Let us know how things go! Best of luck to you, Tavia!

  6. About Follow-Up Thank You Note after the interview, plz help me!!!!?

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

    I would be very happy to join the company where my caregiver/CNA skills can contribute to providing the high quality care to the clients. I would take out 'the' from this sentence. Leave it with...

  7. Stage set for Temple University Hospital strike by PASNAP

    Ev1987 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Philadelphia, PA Temple University Hospital hire 850 temporary workers in preperation for a possible nursing strike.

  8. I got a job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Ev1987 replied to titans767's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    :ancong!: I hope you enjoy the new experience! Best of luck to

  9. How long does nursing home background checks take?

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

    I waited 3 weeks before I got called back for orientation. I think the only reason I waited that long, was because the staffing manager was setting up a decent number of people to take the orientation...

  10. CNA Registry

    Ev1987 replied to JM5NA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think employers check the registry to see if you have any charges of abuse or neglect on your account. Not neccesarily your time frame of employment. I wish you the

  11. Thanks CNAs

    Ev1987 replied to license.nurse85's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    :heartbeat:heartbeat:heartbeat :redbeathe:redbeathe:redbeathe :redpinkhe:redpinkhe:redpinkhe

  12. Should I re-take the course?

    Ev1987 replied to Double Helix-7's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try to take advantages of all your current options. Then or if you run out of options, take another class. Hope everything works out for the

  13. school supplies needed for cna course

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

    Normally, You need a bp cuff, stethescope, textbook, notebook, pen or pencils, watch with 2nd hand, uniform, white sneakers. I think that was all I

  14. How am I gonna pay for a CNA/PCA program?

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

    I would put in applications at hospitals and nursing homes for any training openings or oppurtunities. I would also find me a temporary job, (in any field hiring) and save up for the class if the...

  15. I need help answering these practice interview questions

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

    These are personal questions that would be better answered by yourself. I don't know you, so therefore I don't know your strengths, weaknesses or types of people you find difficulty working with. Just...

  16. Salaries

    Ev1987 replied to muffinCNA15's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    $11.20/hr LTC Philadelphia,

  17. New Career Jitters

    Ev1987 replied to Violette Des Etoiles's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    A new career move can make anyone nervous. I know you can do this, you just have to put in the effort. I wish you luck!

  18. I think I want to do it

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

    There's nothing wrong with further education. I think that the CNA training would come in handy if you are trying to work as a PCT in a hospital. But some PCT or PCA duties differ from that of a CNA....

  19. I will keep asking for help!

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

    If you feel uncomfortable transferring someone by yourself, then it's best to ensure the safety of the resident to ask for help. If the sign said that 'M' was a 1-2 person transfer, then I'm sure...

  20. I graduated my CNA class!!!

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

    :ancong!: Good job! Best of luck to

  21. What hours do you CNAs work? Night Hours and Day Hours?

    Ev1987 replied to lina.561's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I recently got hired at a nursing home. The shift I am assigned is 11pm-7am. An 8-hour shift. I believe that the average hours for day shift is 7am-3pm. The evening shift is 3pm-11pm, and the night...

  22. Help! I'm Panicing!

    Ev1987 replied to steffany20's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This website says that the Florida written exam has 60 multiple-choice questions on it. 10 of which will not be tested on. There is a 2-hour time limit. So, you'll be graded on 50 questions. In PA, we...

  23. Seems to be quite the trend...

    Ev1987 replied to AmandaS<3's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Well, from my experience, there are many proud CNA's here on allnurses.com! I read success stories on this site everyday I've joined. Being a CNA is a noble, decent and rewarding career. It's better...

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

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

    My experience with clinicals wasn't really that bad. I was also assigned one resident. The first day, we had to take notes on their diet, shower days, allergies, skin care and if they need assistance...

  25. Attending EVIT

    Ev1987 replied to nikidavis411's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The website I had with CNA information was: http://ghs.gilbert.k12.az.us/counseling/coursebook/Detail/evit.html They tell you the prerequisite's for the course (MC30 or MC40), which I believe is...