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  1. Pro-active steps to landing a hospital job

    Tell them you are going to be a RN, hospitals love this. Also, just keep trying. I applied at a half dozen hospitals before I got my job.
  2. How Can I get Experience If...nobody gives me a chance?

    Don't give up. I recently got my CNA cert. too. I must have applied at every hospital within a 30 mile radius from my house. I kept trying and trying... got my cert. in July and start my new job at a LTAC hospital on Monday the 3rd! I couldn't be mor...
  3. I got a job!!!!!!!

    How do you like the job?
  4. Taking the Florida CNA exam on Thursday

    Doesn't matter for the exam. I wore black.
  5. Taking the Florida CNA exam on Thursday

    I am in Florida passed in June. I didn't even think about the watch and had it on. So it's fine to leave on. I got: Ambulation Pressure Foot care Good luck you will be fine just think or your steps as you do them and say them out loud so that you ar...
  6. The life cycle of a CNA forum member

    WOW :/
  7. Job hunting and Cna resume ...need some help !

    Hey there I'm in your shoes! Just got my first CNA job filling out the paperwork and taking the drug test tomorrow. Well when I applied since I had no experience I would write "Negotiable" or "starting" under salary. I would say money is better with ...
  8. Normal to wait this long for pre employment follow up

    I don't know why the hiring process can be so crazy! I interviewed 3 weeks ago (great interview) the person interviewing me asked what hrs I was available (the position was part time) I told them I was open and could work as many hrs as needed.. they...
  9. A means to live?

    Okay, so I just got my CNA license not too long ago. I have dreams of being a nurse, (currently in school) meeting my patients,... and wearing my scrubs. I currently work in the corporate world. I'm very good at it..... it makes me great money,....it...
  10. A means to live?

    Thank you all! I'm ver excited :yelclap:
  11. Taking the plunge...

    YAY! It always makes me happy to hear someone make this decision! I am a CNA just got my license interviewed last week... Nursing school will be hard I have two kids, 9mos and 3 yrs old but I couldn't be more exciteddddd! I dream of wearing scrubs an...
  12. CNA-Can u become a CNA w/o going to a training program?

    In Florida you can dispute the test so no you don't have to take training classes. You can check out the book in your local library and watch you tube videos on the skills. Take the practice test on prometric to make sure you're okay with the written...
  13. LOL This is me! Great job great pay.. bored to tears! I need to help others I need action, movement. Have gained a lot of weight sitting at my desk. Can't wait to start as CNA in a few weeks!:yeah:
  14. Pre-Req's

    Wait... what? They are not two seperate classes. It's 1 A&P and the lab for A&P right?
  15. Pregnancy: best during nursing school or as a new hire?

    Well I have two children(not in NS school yet), while I was pregnant I worked full time and school partime (prereqs) as hard as everyone says NS is I couldn't imagine being pregnant while in NS. Just being in regular classes I had pregnancy brain, al...
  16. calling ALL newly licensed NURSES.......[3yrs<]

    ladyaschern if those are federal student loans i would suggest you consolidate them. this will give you up to 5 years forberance or you can do deferment if you qualify.
  17. How much homework for CNA class?

    Tmowry I'm sure you can do it. Im a full time student, full time work and two kids. If I can, anyone can!! Good Luck! :heartbeat
  18. How much homework for CNA class?

    Saysfaa.. 75 hrs class requirement? Perhaps it's state by state.. did you know you can check out a CNA book in the library study on your own and dispute the test? Classes are not required, however, they are helpful.
  19. How much homework for CNA class?

    :DI got my CNA class done in one weekend not homework.. Passed with flying colors. Don't over stress it, it's all common sense.. Good luck
  20. Can get license.. but what about job?

    Hi all! :) I have two criminal records, 2006 misdemeanor- DUI and 2006 misdemeanor- false information on a report - This happened when my brother and his girlfriend were staying at my home. They had a huge fight to the point I thought he may hurt h...
  21. Arrest records and background checks for nurses?

    Depends on if you are asked if you were ever CONVICTED of a crime or ARRESTED. Two different things.. but a quick call to you board of nursing will put you at ease!
  22. trouble getting RN license

    This is great! I am very happy for you even though this was a looong time ago :) ... were you able to get hired?
  23. Passed NCLEX, still no license:(

    Let us know what happens!!
  24. I have an old(8 yr) felony

    In floriday any type of welfare fraud or medicaid fraud you have to wait 13 years from the offense to get licensed per the BON. Check your states Board Of Nursing.
  25. I think it's perfect jus the way it is! It shows your appreciation no one could hold your decision against you with that letter. Very caring and clear that you plan to acheive your pre-set goals. Good Luck with school :heartbeat