Kelly9405

Kelly9405 specializes in Geriatrics.

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1. what skills do you have to check off on?

   Kelly9405 replied to anonymousstudent's topic in General Students

   I'm in an LPN program. We just finished our lab, and we checked off on vital signs, assessments, foley catheter, and medication administration. We practiced other skills, such as NG tubes, trach care,...

2. CNA's/PCT's how much do you make?

   Kelly9405 replied to Queen33FutureLPN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   $15 an hour on 3rd shift in assisted living/LTC. I live in Southern NH and I have 3 years

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

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

   I work 3rd shift at an ALF, and at my facility each aide is responsible for getting 3 residents washed and dressed. We usually have 3 aides on, but sometimes we only have 2 aides if we're

4. Clinicals in Hospital

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

   When I took my CNA program 3.5 years ago, clinicals were primarily done in nursing

5. how much do you make?

   Kelly9405 replied to sabby09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Assisted Living $14.75 on third shift 3 years

6. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

   Kelly9405 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

   I say go for your LPN. I work as a CNA and while I love what I do, there is no way I could do this job long-term. I can't wait to become a nurse; being a CNA can really take a toll on your body. Not...

7. Need advice! Working 3rd shift

   Kelly9405 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Hey everyone, I could use some advice, especially from anyone who has experience with working 3rd shift. I'm currently going to school full-time for my LPN, and I work as a CNA. I used to work 2nd...

8. A quiz to help you choose your nursing specialty...

   Kelly9405 replied to SoulShine75's topic in General Students

   Thanks for the link! Very interesting. My top 5 were: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Radiation Oncology Neurology Psychiatry Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (The area I'm most interested in is...

9. To Work or Not to Work that is the Question.

   Kelly9405 replied to Vanessa3's topic in General Students

   You cannot claim yourself as independent since you are 19 and are still supported by your parents. I just turned 24 this past September, I've been living my fiance for the past year, and I was finally...

10. What are your study techniques?

    Kelly9405 replied to emptyboxcars's topic in General Students

    I read each chapter BEFORE lecture. I highlight the important things while I'm reading, and during class lecture on the powerpoint/handouts. When I go back to study, I re-read the chapters while...

11. What's up with the math/terminology tests?

    Kelly9405 replied to PunkinMommy's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    We didn't have to take med math or medical terminology tests to get into my LPN program. We did have to take a basic math test, though. With medical terminology, you can find a lot of free flashcards...

12. Age of graduates coming out of Nursing School!?

    Kelly9405 replied to Blessed S.N.23's topic in General Students

    I'll be 25 when I graduate from my LPN program. Most likely going for my RN after..

13. work shifts

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

    I actually prefer 7a-3p. Right now I'm working 3p-11p becuase it works better with my school

14. First Choice Training Institute

    Kelly9405 replied to amy874's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I live in NH and I have heard baaaad things about that school. Have you checked out St. Joe's LPN program

15. Do you get used to the nasty messes?

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

    Trust me, you get used to it VERY