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  1. About to start CNA training!

    Tamimac replied to Baubo516's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm a former elementary teacher- things went sour for me so I sought a "new field". My advice is to take it with the right attitude and stay motivated. What I mean is the job duties are not easy- they...

  2. Do CNA's get paid the same rate as HHA's?

    Tamimac posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi! Do CNA's get paid more than HHA's? I am just starting out as a new CNA, and wonder why many agencies say we start @ __$? And never tell you what the going CNA pay rate really is? How do you get...

  3. Am I going to be in trouble, I accpted a gift

    Tamimac replied to e71x's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    SHOCKER!!! Not at all. BUT this might be... I accepted a "gas" gift card from the DON who is also the "Agency Director" and the following week- she gave me $10. for "gas" in a thankyou card (with...

  4. Home health care- CNA.. what do you bring to peoples homes?

    Tamimac replied to Tara:)'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    WELL... Let me say it depends on the case/client (Ok) I will share my stuff and my duties and hope it helps you out... 1- Gloves, 2- Hand Sanitizer (*Not better than Antibacterial soap), 3- Watch, 4-...

  5. I gather 46 is too old to be a CNA

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

    NO WAY!!!!! I am 47 and a NEW CNA- I work for an agency, which I prefer due to my age and well-being. I am pretty fit and strong for my age BUT after reading the bun-burning, sweat dripping, marathon...

  6. What was your 1st day of (non-orientation) CNA work like?

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

    My First Day: I work at an Agency and got a client 32 hours per week. I started on a Saturday 10-6 and wanted to do my best to impress! The lady I work for lives alone. I followed the Care Plan which...

  7. Anyone done a Hybrid CNA class?

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

    YES! I took a one-day crash course titled CNA_NOW! The website is www.cnanow.org The one thing you should know is you get no certificate of completion. They do provide the study guide for skills, a...

  8. lost in charlotte,,help,,lol

    Tamimac replied to glitterygirl's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Not sure what you asking? Try these jobsites: www.healthcarejobsite.com www.GetCNAJobs.com I'm near Raleigh and the CNA pay averages $10.00 where you are it was posted at $13.00+ $ Good

  9. CNA/PCA/NURSE Job-sites- that really work!!!

    Tamimac posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    :nurse:JOB SEEKERS- YOU SHALL FIND: *Use these sites often- they will post jobs available directly to your "inbox"!!! www.healthcarejobsite.com

  10. New Grad RN no job thinking of being a CNA

    Tamimac replied to Gem0607's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    SOLUTION- "NEW RN"!!! This site has been extremely helpful in my job search as a new cna- GOOD NEWS- it's for NURSES too. PLEASE try it out- it will post you jobs available direct to your inbox!...

  11. Whats with the beyond horrible pay? :(

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

    hmmm? good question... I am NOT saying you should negotiate unless you do have 2 years experience in the "caregiver" field. a) Just ask- I heard other agencies start CNA's at $9.00- is that possible...

  12. CNA in GA..got a question?

    Tamimac replied to roxygirl326's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Let me know if you will take the exam- I know a terrific Youtube video on skills AND it is true- when you take the skills test- go by the book (procedures) And www.pearsonvue.org posts written tests....

  13. New CNA no experience staffing agency?

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

    Forgot to mention- ASK if they hire NEW CNA's first- before applying at an agency. Thats' what I

  14. New CNA no experience staffing agency?

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

    YES! YES! YES! I'm a "new cna" and I just got hired at one. Except I did have prior experience as HHA and Respite Care worker. Note, seriously- emphasize any experience or skills that you do have in...

  15. FINALLY! The Light at the End of the Tunnel!

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

    WOW! Bless you for your perserverance! IT PAID OFF! I was in a similar boat- applying for a HHA/PCA/RESPITE care all summer with no luck. So I took a CNA challenge course and passed exams and became a...

  16. LTCF or Home Health? I'm in a quandary...

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

    PLEASE take time to READ what others say about LTC facilities! I just got hired at an Agency and am so relieved AFTER reading their posts- working no-stop, sweating, striving to stick to...

  17. Whats with the beyond horrible pay? :(

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

    I am a new CNA in central NC- I go to Orientation Thursday at an Agency. I just negotiated my starting pay at the Home Health Agency. $9.00 to start, I said other agencies start at $10.00. So they...

  18. I am now a CNA! Anyone here work with MRDD residents/patients?

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

    Hello! I have worked with MR/DD clients for 5+ years in-home care as a Respite Caregiver- the pay was better than work as an HHA. My experience was/is a positive one, as I still work "on-call" for an...

  19. CNA Assist with Meds but not to give/administer meds?

    Tamimac posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I read CNA Giving Meds entirely and am a bit puzzled. Let me explain, I am a PT Respite Care worker who IS allowed to "assist with medications"; I am aslo a new CNA and thought it was the SAME...

  20. Good site for skill videos?

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

    THIS one for NC CNA Skills is ONE of the BEST! It helped me pass the first time. *But, know that you must follow your "procedures" or steps for your state. Good

  21. Too scared to apply for a job [What would you do?]

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

    Too Scared- I REALLY strongly suggest that you apply at a Home Health Agency. REASONS: 1- The work shifts/hours are usually PT/flexible hours. Yes, most cases the hours may be 2-4 hours 4 to 5 days a...

  22. Do the STEPS is skills testing have to be EXACT?

    Tamimac posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi, all! I am taking the CNA EXAM this Saturday. I am a bit flustered because I have actually watched "Nurses" on video perform the CNA skills for my state do a couple steps out-of-order. For example,...

  23. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    Tamimac replied to jb2u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I PASSED MY NC-CNA EXAM ON 10/16/10! PRAISE THE LORD!!! Here were the Skills I had to Perform: 1) Hand Washing, 2) Blood Pressure, 3) Fingernail care, 4) PROM- One knee/ankle, and 5) Ambulate using...

  24. Do the STEPS is skills testing have to be EXACT?

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

    HELLO ALL! *I PASSED THE CNA EXAM!!! YEA!!! And, I was not able to get the blood pressure reading, and the evaluator let me do it twice, and even on the other arm. Faulty equipment because the ONLY...

  25. Do the STEPS is skills testing have to be EXACT?

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

    Hi! Thank you both for the advice and encouragment! Now back to some serious studying. Ha! And, I do appreicate any more tips or