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  1. Has anyone ever been a self-employed CNA?

    tomc5555 replied to Starletta's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    i just purchased liability insurance through NSO. After reading on Allnurses that employers look out for their interests first, I figured I would purchase the insurance for piece of mind. It was less...

  2. Should a CNA be told of patients condition

    tomc5555 replied to jdchisolm68's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Maybe its different here in California. My experience in LTC w/ MRSA has been bladder, nose and throat. The facility puts the PPE cart outside the door w/ a notice to see nursing before entering the...

  3. Should a CNA be told of patients condition

    tomc5555 replied to jdchisolm68's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If he has MRSA then you should wear a gown and maybe a mask, along with the gloves. Personal protective equipment should be provided outside the room and contact precautions posted. Sure, MRSA may be...

  4. Just hired at an assisted living facility.......

    tomc5555 replied to dkjh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Usually laundry is split between shifts, or days. You may do several residents laundry per shift. The same goes for showers. You should get a schedule for cares. I agree with the other poster, some...

  5. Has anyone ever been a self-employed CNA?

    tomc5555 replied to Starletta's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Very good point. I am not working as a CNA in the home. My CNA training helps me get better jobs, than if I were a caregiver with no

  6. Cna working as an Hha

    tomc5555 replied to CNA/glorified maid's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This is why I work with an agency. Most of my clients are hospice or Parkinson's. I also get assigned to facilities. The hospice clients usually need the most cares and I use more of my skills. My...

  7. Total Career Shift: CNA Training and Advice

    tomc5555 replied to clockworkpixel's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would add that what you did for your grandmother is what you would expect in home care. Home care may offer the most flexibility for other pursuits. Enjoy your training with

  8. Slower pace environment for CNA's?

    tomc5555 replied to Baubo516's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    :eek:I'm shocked you can be failed for being too slow during clinicals. I would raise hell with the school you attend. I can see failing for other reasons but not being slow. Speed is attained through...

  9. Called for an interview at ALF-need advice please!

    tomc5555 replied to daniellevw's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you are leaving a job in 4 months or so I would reconsider short term employment. Medication aides require a lot of training and IMO it isn't fair to the employer or the residents to take this type...

  10. CNA Skill Question

    tomc5555 replied to jjic3982's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    When I took the skills test the tester already had the 'resident' sitting on the side of the bed. The rail was not an issue or addressed during the skills test. Don't worry about the rail and good...

  11. Has anyone ever been a self-employed CNA?

    tomc5555 replied to Starletta's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would think being a CNA would be a plus as most clients have some limitations to activities of daily living and as a CNA you are trained to assist. I would think you could get $20.00 or more per...

  12. Has anyone ever been a self-employed CNA?

    tomc5555 replied to Starletta's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I hired independent contractor caregivers for my mother two years ago. They were all bonded and insured. The concern I would have now is in not paying payroll taxes or workers comp for the caregivers....

  13. "New fish" -- Getting started?

    tomc5555 replied to blackriver753's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You do have relatable experience, taking care of your sister. List the skills you used in taking care of her. Good

  14. Last day of class friday

    tomc5555 replied to jose2010's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Keep taking the chapter tests in your text. Anything you get wrong, study up on. Ask your instructor is they have other study materials. Our instructor gave us copies of all our tests which helped....

  15. Peri care steps for ambulatory female using toilet

    tomc5555 replied to tomc5555's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you for your help and

  16. Peri care steps for ambulatory female using toilet

    tomc5555 replied to tomc5555's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I recently started shift work at an assisted living facility. My trainer wiped all the residents, reaching between their legs from behind and wiping front to back. Is this the best way if the resident...

  17. CNA vs. CNA/HHA/PCA Combined Program?

    tomc5555 replied to Uika's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would do the combined training, you have more work opportunities with the combined certificate. Good

  18. How do I become a Hospice CNA?

    tomc5555 replied to teysmith's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Where i live you have to have CHHA to do hospice care. You could contact your local hospice to find out the requirements for employment. Good

  19. Demonstrations

    tomc5555 replied to Jlsmithh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, but we worked in pairs and had practiced the skill prior to showing the rest of the class. It becomes easier during and after clinicals because you have worked with a resident. Do as much as you...

  20. New CNA soon

    tomc5555 replied to Jlsmithh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Good luck and

  21. CNA - Question about hospice care

    tomc5555 replied to smilleypretty's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You should get most of these questions answered by your supervisor. Hopefully you will get used to end of life issues, I

  22. New CNA feeling very depressed

    tomc5555 replied to kris90's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would talk to your medical doctor ASAP. This could be a medical problem causing your feelings. Your MD should be able to sort this out with you. Good

  23. The impossible task...

    tomc5555 replied to The-Wren's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    HHA agencies also offer 'sitting' assignments in LTC and hospitals. HHA experience counts as experience. You help w/adl's and need to report changes in condition. The important thing is to highlight...

  24. Any CNA's work a few shifts per month in LTC to keep skills honed?

    tomc5555 replied to tomc5555's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you. More to

  25. Any CNA's work a few shifts per month in LTC to keep skills honed?

    tomc5555 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Anyone working a few shifts per month in LTC? I have been on assignment as a sitter, but have provided most of the care for the resident as the CNA's are very busy. I like this assignment in part...