Tamimac

Tamimac

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  1. About to start CNA training!

    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 may seem easy until you actually have to do them ...
  2. 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 them to differentiate pay rates discreetly? Very few...
  3. Am I going to be in trouble, I accpted a gift

    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 scripture quotes in it) for filling-in on an OFF day! ...
  4. 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- Cell Phone, 5- CPR/First Aid Cards, 6- A zip-up s...
  5. I gather 46 is too old to be a CNA

    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 races younger cna's put up with at LTC's- I realiz...
  6. What was your 1st day of (non-orientation) CNA work like?

    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 included swiffer/mop/dust hardwood floors- dining...
  7. Anyone done a Hybrid CNA class?

    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 dvd, and a copy of a written test. Check out www.pe...
  8. lost in charlotte,,help,,lol

    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 Luck!
  9. :nurse:JOB SEEKERS- YOU SHALL FIND: *Use these sites often- they will post jobs available directly to your "inbox"!!! www.healthcarejobsite.com www.GetCNAJobs.com
  10. New Grad RN no job thinking of being a CNA

    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! www.healthcare.jobsite.com For CNA's Solution: www.Ge...
  11. Whats with the beyond horrible pay? :(

    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 for me? b) IF you don't feel comfortable asking- do...
  12. CNA in GA..got a question?

    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. And an affordable cna test coach is found at www.c...
  13. New CNA no experience staffing agency?

    Forgot to mention- ASK if they hire NEW CNA's first- before applying at an agency. Thats' what I did.
  14. New CNA no experience staffing agency?

    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 the field- and use CNA terminology; assist with DLS...
  15. FINALLY! The Light at the End of the Tunnel!

    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 CNA- within 10 days I got hired at an Agency! It'...
  16. LTCF or Home Health? I'm in a quandary...

    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 routines/schedules, tend to assigned residents personal care, a...
  17. Whats with the beyond horrible pay? :(

    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 called me back and we settled at $9.50. So I guess I'...
  18. 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 organization. I have had mild/moderate MR cases in...
  19. 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 practice (Assist with Meds- OK)? Assist meaning- hand med...
  20. Good site for skill videos?

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

    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 week... BUT- you will still would have time to wr...
  22. 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, disposing of the linens before the basins- when i...
  23. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    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 Transfer belt. And, I could not get/hear the blood p...
  24. Do the STEPS is skills testing have to be EXACT?

    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 sound I heard was my heart POUNDING! Ha! Thank you a...
  25. Do the STEPS is skills testing have to be EXACT?

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