Kelly9405

Kelly9405

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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. 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...

  7. 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...

  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

  16. 2nd day of clinicals.. STILL nervous

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

    It's completely normal to feel nervous during clinicals, especially if you have no prior healthcare experience. I remember feeling exactly the same way as you do when I first started. I even felt that...

  17. Calling All CNA's!

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

    Hey everyone! I have worked as an LNA (in NH our title is LNA instead of CNA) for about 3 years now. I work in assisted living/LTC. I will be starting an LPN program August 31st. Can't wait. :) I...

  18. St. Joseph's School of Nursing LPN 2010

    Kelly9405 replied to Sjsmith92's topic in General Nursing

    You'll be fine!! I'm sure there will be a lot of people there so just follow the crowd

  19. St. Joseph's School of Nursing LPN 2010

    Kelly9405 replied to Sjsmith92's topic in General Nursing

    I just ordered my books for 1st semester, I got them on Amazon too. I'm a little nervous, too, because it's coming up so quickly! We don't need to bring anything to orientation, right? I think it...

  20. Greater Lowell Tech

    Kelly9405 replied to sawyer1200's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Ok, I just have to say that I read through this ENTIRE thread and it was so addicting! lol. Congrats to all the future LPN's, and to those that just graduated! I was going to apply to Greater Lowell...

  21. St. Joseph's School of Nursing LPN 2010

    Kelly9405 replied to Sjsmith92's topic in General Nursing

    I'm glad you've had a good experience so far. Good luck going into your senior

  22. Sept 2010 Roll call LPN Programs!!!

    Kelly9405 replied to Mo620's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hey everyone!! I'll be attending St. Joseph School of Nursing LPN program. I start August 31st and will hopefully graduate in 2012. The program is 18 months long, and we have the summer off.

  23. Graduated!!!

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

    Congratulations!!

  24. LPN SCHOOL!

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

    I start on August 31st!! Congrats everyone.

  25. Anxious Anxious Anxious!!!

    Kelly9405 replied to shannag03's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good luck!! I'm anxious, too but I'm so excited to finally start. I start on August 31st. :) Anyone else going to be working during their program? I was going to work full-time, but decided to cut...