scott.andrew

Hello I am very interested in becoming a Medical Assistant. I am a hard worker, i am reasonably sharp, and have a good attitude. I have always been a people person, and I would like to get my foot in the door as far as a healthcare career. But I need work sooner than later. (I have a small family). So training to be a Medical Assistant seems attractive. There are numerous ways to get training to become a Medical Assistant (campus or online), as I am sure all of you have seen. Does anyone have any advice as far as training or type of schooling? Also where would one look for a job for a Medical Assistant. Also what is the difference between a M.A. and a C.N.A. as far as the work that they do? Also does anyone have any idea a general idea of what is the difference is in pay? Any advice, wisdom or suggestions would be sincerely appreciated. Scott.Andrew

Thank you for the information. sincerely scott:D

Thank you all for replying. I know there are quite a few factors involved, but the comments have helped me have a broad idea. sincerely scott

I will soon be going to school, and I was wondering generally what does a LPN & RN make their first year? Any response will be helpful as I am trying to get a rought idea. thank you so much -scott

Made me laugh out loud. good stuff

Thank you everyone for your very informative responses. I have read everyone one of them and I am taking them to heart. sincerely scott

Thanks for the reply, that sounds very scary. sincerely scott

Dear azhiker95, I can already tell you that lazy coworkers will bother me. I love a team environment that works hard together. The job I have now, most of us bust our butts all day, but there are a few that just drift along and make others pick up the slack. Drives me crazy. Also thank you so much for the volunteer idea and the reply. sincerely -scott

Hello I will be soon going to school to study to be a RN. I was wondering what was (in your opinion) the most difficult aspect about being an RN? Also is there anything that you can't stand? Any reply will be helpful , as I am trying to get a realistic look at the life of an RN. sincerely -scott

I am so new to all of this, and to this web site. but it seems great, and thank you so much for your information and encouragement. sincerely -scott

Thank you for your reply, it has given me a much needed encouragement. All the red tape has gotten me a littel discouraged. But I think in the long run, it will be a nice fit. thanks again. sincerely -scott

Thank you so much for the information, reading it is actually quite comforting. As far as my work question, the local schools/colleges only offer day classes on RN study courses, and there are no evening or night shifts at my current job. So I am going to look into becoming a CNA or a PCA. Thanks again for the info, and I am going to look into the Male Forum list sincerely -scott

Dear 2ndwind, thank you so much for your thoughts and information, I am so appreciative. I think you have spelled out probably one of the biggest obstacles in my journey, and that is working while i am going to school. The classes that are offered where i am currently living are only during the day. We might possibly be moving near my wife's Father, and there are school's with tuition reimbursement. But the work question still looms. You have given me some food for thought. Thank you again very much. sincerely -scott

Thank you so much for replying, the information was helpful. There are a lot of points that I need to consider. I am going to get some information about becoming a CNA. -scott

Hello I am starting the journey of becoming an RN. It is something I have wanted to do for a long time. I have a few questions for anyone who would help. Just a little background info, I have a little baby girl, and a wonderful wife who is very supportive. I have a degree in graphic design and business, so I am used to school and studying, and I am fairly good at it. I made a 4.0 with my business degree. Well to start things off, I have always been an introvert. Public speaking and social interaction can be very painful for me, before I have had a chance to warm up. I have worked furiously to overcome this, and I have greatly improved in this area. People have told me before they got to know me, they thought I was insecure,arrogant or stuck-up. But after meeting and getting to know me, they told me that I was a really great and loving kind of guy. I do have a passion for caring for people. Well my question is, do you think this issue of mine will hinder me as an RN? Also, do schools offer employment for students that are working towards an RN degree, because I will have to quit my job to fit to got to schoo, and I will need to provide for my familyl? Also math was never a strong point for me, will this be a big problem? And one last question, what are some pro's and con's of being a male nurse? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, I would love to hear from anyone who would kindly offer me some wisdom. sincerely scott