LaterAlligator

LaterAlligator

geriatrics, dementia, ortho

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  1. CNA wear

    LaterAlligator replied to Chris NS's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If it's really cold out I'll wear a long-sleeved tee under my scrub top, and then I can take it off later if I get too

  2. Just wanted to say to all Cna's...

    LaterAlligator replied to Queen33FutureLPN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I second this! I'm working in LTC, and have been at 3 different facilities (plus home health) in the last year. I loved home care but couldn't get it full time, so I supplemented with assisted...

  3. Noc shift: How many res. ?

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

    I used to work nights in a dementia assisted living facility & had 13 residents to change/toilet Q2 hours, 3 who used call lights as needed, and had to mop & do laundry. I usually managed 3-4...

  4. Anyone here too "small" to become a CNA?

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

    I seer cna's of all shapes & sizes at the facilities I've been at; as long as you're strong and figure out how to do things so it works for you in particular, you'll be just fine. There's a reason...

  5. What you'd REALLY like to say....

    LaterAlligator replied to ICor9:24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Administrator: "Thank you for returning all your uniforms clean. Are you really sure you want to leave us?" Actually say: "Yes, it just isn't the right fit for me." Thinking: "Hell yes I'm sure, this...

  6. Problem with New Work Policy

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

    I've heard of this at one place before, and as far as I know, no they cannot get your license revoked but they may be able to file a complaint/challenge your license. Check with your state's board of...

  7. 4th night on the job and I cried all the way home

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

    Something that helped me out a lot when I was afraid of hurting the residents was that I had my husband let me practice moving him around at home. It sounds silly, but I put a towel down on the bed...

  8. Has anyone accidentely got a patients urine or anything on them

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

    Yep, regularly. I have a resident right now with a bad skin condition that weeps fluid and blood, and it's almost impossible to change her in bed without getting any on me. It'd be easier with 2...

  9. Need advice! Working 3rd shift

    LaterAlligator replied to Kelly9405's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work 3rd shift right now, and I try to sleep "normally" at night when I'm off. My facility has 4 on/4 off rotation, so that gives me enough time to shift back and forth. My biggest tip is don't...

  10. The NOC shift doesn't wake up ANYONE in the morning...is this normal?

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

    I'm about to start a new job working noc for the first time (previously had worked eves) and I don't think I'll be routinely getting anyone up. Keep in mind that noc shifts vary in time - one...

  11. CNAs: When is the last time you were thanked/recognized?

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

    I got the nicest voicemail from the owner of my homecare agency tonight, saying how much they appreciate my hard work and flexibility, and that I'm a great caregiver, and that I'll be getting a...

  12. Med pass class?

    LaterAlligator replied to blgroves82's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Without knowing any more specifics about what you're talking about, I'd say no. If you're a nursing assistant and your facility is interested in having you become a med tech (or whatever they call...

  13. Appropriate to call?

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

    Sure, go for it, unless they have said when you applied "Do not call to follow up". Otherwise, I'd wait about a week and then call the ADON or DON, like topher said. When you get to speak to her or...

  14. Are you happy at your workplace?

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

    For the most part, yes. At the facility I work at, I've already given my notice which of course makes it easier to let the little things roll off my back (passive aggressive notes by management in the...

  15. Pay Rate for CNA/Medication Aide

    LaterAlligator replied to nlw59bba's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work in the Pacific Northwest & here, CNA's start between $8.50-$10 hr in LTC/AL facilities. Med techs start between $9-$12. Hospitals pay more but are very competitive to be hired &...

  16. What to look for in a new facility

    LaterAlligator posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hey Everyone, turns out I was wrong about L&I insisting my current facility pay for the trainng they promised me in orientation, so I've had to give my notice there. My last day is at the end of...

  17. What to look for in a new facility

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

    Oh man. I've been looking on the medicare.gov reports for a while now, and honestly, the highest rated nursing home in my county is only 3 stars . But the one I'm wanting to apply to, that I am in...

  18. So glad that it is over...

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

    Good for you! So glad you don't have that hanging over your head anymore - no job is worth so much stress. Way to go on getting leads for new

  19. Started a new CNA job; could REALLY use some encouragement

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

    Just keep trying, you'll get it! In LTC a big part of it is just learning your regular residents and their habits and routines. When I first started my current job, I made a copy of my run sheet,...

  20. Tips for changing adult briefs?

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

    Oh, yeah, it's much harder in real life. If it's a very large patient, try to get someone to help you turn them/hold them on their side once they're turned. And try not to take what the patients say...

  21. Tips for changing adult briefs?

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

    Side tab fastening ones are easier than the pull-up type if your patient can't get up. Unfasten the tape holding it on, and roll them onto their side. Pull the brief out, and throw it away. Clean...

  22. You know you are a CNA when....

    LaterAlligator replied to ham272's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    When all of your little "revenge fantasies" about management involve watching them try to do you YOUR job for a day. The marketing director very condescendingly corrected me on what to call a resident...

  23. I put in my resignation notice today...

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

    Congratulations! You are dedicated and obviously passionate about your work, and deserve to work somewhere where you'll be appreciated. Anyone reading your posts can see how bright, funny, and...

  24. Do you use walkie talkies at work?

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

    Room numbers, unless the pager goes off letting us know the alarm is in a public area, then we can just say "going to check the 2nd floor men's room" or whatever it was. If anyone wants more details...

  25. Do you use walkie talkies at work?

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

    At mine, front desk is in charge of them and each shift signs them in and out when you clock in and out. That way they stay charged up (they're plugged in when not in use) and don't get lost. It can...