Chamorrita671

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1. NC CNA doing Med Aide in VA - waste of time?

   Chamorrita671 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   Maybe someone could help me with a concern I have. I currently hold my CNA license in the state of North Carolina & am taking a course in Virginia for training as a Medication Aide. The question I have is will the VA BON allow me to take my state...

2. RN-itis?

   Chamorrita671 replied to dreamer827's topic in CNA/MA

   My honest opinion is that all those who which to become a RN - SHOULD be required to work as a CNA and see just how much hard work it is. I have seen many nurses that don't know anything about the basics of providing direct patient care. It is ridicu...

3. Have my test date and I am very nervous

   Chamorrita671 replied to Callie Martinez's topic in CNA/MA

   As long as you have studied and worked hard throughout the whole CNA course, then you should do fine. It's healthy to be nervous about it, but do not go and stress your self out. Taking your State Boards is a chance for you to apply the skills that y...

4. Taking the CNA training was

   Chamorrita671 replied to Getreal2011's topic in CNA/MA

   I am elated that your clinical experience has been a positive one. With that attitude and a heart as yours, you will, without a doubt, be successful in this field. :) I've earned my credentials as a CNA back in May 2010... and it is one thing that I ...

5. North Carolina CNAs?

   Chamorrita671 replied to weluv3's topic in CNA/MA

   NC offers CNA1 and CNA2. CNA2 can perform all the skills a CNA1 can do while having additional skills such as: oxygen therapy, trach care, fecal impaction, wound care, and etc. :)

6. Can't decide..help?Cna wasn't for me will Rn be?

   Chamorrita671 replied to cantdecide33's topic in General Nursing

   If you could not handle being a CNA, what makes you think nursing will be right for you? That means more responsibility, and I don't think you are ready for it. CNA and RN both deal with direct patient care. CNA is hard work, and so is RN. You have g...

7. CNA clinical advice encouragment

   Chamorrita671 replied to Callie Martinez's topic in CNA/MA

   You are not there to critique the work of the CNAs. You are there to apply the knowledge that you learned while in your NA course. Remember that, this is all a learning experience!!! :) Have fun. You will always see things that are not being done the...

8. Surprised during my clinicals

   Chamorrita671 replied to imapsychrn's topic in CNA/MA

   If CNAs did everything by the book, there would simply not be enough time to care for all of their residents. Honestly, you need to worry about yourself and those you give care to. As an instructor of mine told my group several times, "Do as you are ...

9. Nervous about Clinicals

   Chamorrita671 replied to vtmainer's topic in CNA/MA

   Everyone's clinical experience is different! I personally loved clinicals. It was the best 40 hours/week of my life. :) It was a wonderful learning experience - one that I am thankful for and the memories will stay with me always. Since you have comp...

10. Spending time with Residents?

    Chamorrita671 replied to Queen Tiye, CNA's topic in CNA/MA

    I'm certified as a nursing assistant, but I have yet to get a job as one... due to the fact that I am in school still. Anyway, I'll answer your question based on my clinical experience and my constant volunteer work at the nursing home. :) Yes, I spe...

11. I Hate A&P1! Had so much trouble...Need Study tips! HELP!!!

    Chamorrita671 replied to TrinaCNA's topic in Student Assist

    I think many of you are unaware of this.. They key is to not remember or memorize... The goal is to LEARN!

12. How do you deal with an insensitive CNA?

    Chamorrita671 replied to arelle68's topic in Geriatric

    As a current CNA myself, that lady should not be employeed! She is verbally abusive to the residents... and that is serious. She has completed the program and has had much training, so she should know better. She needs to be reported, and as her supe...

13. Trying to avoid undesirable CNA duties

    Chamorrita671 replied to girtenbt's topic in CNA/MA

    Sorry, but if you think you can pick and choose the tasks you want to perform, then CNA is NOT for you. If it is in your job description, then you need to carry out the task to the best of your ability. No one said "CNAing" was an easy job. There are...

14. Job Corps CNA Program

    Chamorrita671 replied to jcarpio26's topic in CNA/MA

    I am currently a student at the BEST Job Corps Center in the nation. BRJJC ranked #1! =] I achieved my certification as a Nurse's Aide in NC through the program and I am extremely thankful for it. The center that I attend, in Marion VA, is all medica...

15. CNA before RN

    Chamorrita671 replied to lpnstudentin2010's topic in General Students

    I would advise that anyone wishing to become an RN take a program for CNA. It won't hurt... only benefit you and make you have an advantage over the other students. I, myself, am certified as a Nurse's Aide and I love it. I am in the process of becom...