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  1. Social Network and Hiring...Employers use your posts

    tomc5555 replied to xtxrn's topic in General Nursing

    What can be found w/ email

  2. how does a newly certified nursing asisstant find a job?

    tomc5555 replied to james112's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Networking can be a huge help. Are you in contact with other students? Will your instructor help you or be a reference? Have you considered home care? Do you have any relatable work experience, such...

  3. Im New & Starting my classes!

    tomc5555 replied to Sarah46's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Get comfortable shoes! Read and take the review tests in your text book and concentrate on studying what you don't know. The text books have a lot of info, so prioritize. Good

  4. Yay, I just got a HH client

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

    Congratulations. Ironically, my main client has been in LTC since June, so I have been working in a LTC full time one on one with him. I sure have developed good skills in the LTC, but I hope for his...

  5. Experience Required??? Ug

    tomc5555 replied to loulou55's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You don't have much experience. She may have told you she wanted 1 yr experience just to get you out of her office. My experience w/ home care is customer service and a positive attitude are what they...

  6. The impossible task...

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

    a deposit? why would a deposit be needed? sounds fishy,

  7. What I should! I have one more chance..

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

    Do,ASAP.

  8. I hate my job as a certified nursing assistant and want to quit after two weeks!

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

    If you're a CNA didn't you have clinicals in LTC? It seems odd to me you would have such a lack of empathy and knowledge about dementia after going through CNA training. I think you should quickly...

  9. Can't get hired as a CNA!!

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

    Sexual orientation usually doesn't come up when hiring. You'll be hired for your value as an

  10. Can't get hired as a CNA!!

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

    My agency has placed me with a female when they had no other option. It's a shame they have these policies, but in our country there is violence towards women, so I can appreciate the

  11. Starting CNA course

    tomc5555 replied to ritsoccer86's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Focus on your class and enjoy the opportunity to learn in this field. Never rely on what one person says about salary or jobs, some people are bitter and don't tell the truth. Your experience with...

  12. I just passed the Certification state test.

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

    Congratulations! Are you considering home

  13. New tips for new CNA students?

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

    As far as the class, before reading the whole chapter take the quiz at the end and focus on studying what you answered incorrectly. There is a lot of info in the text books. Make sure you keep up with...

  14. does edema hurt?

    tomc5555 replied to blackbird singing's topic in General Nursing

    Anyone I have worked w/ who has edema had increased

  15. CNA in a long term care facility or home health- Difference?

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

    Our agency has a 4 hour minimum and I have seen 2 per day. I got paid mileage between clients, but not to and from. I do get mileage if my car is used for client appt's or errands. Currently I see...

  16. Yet, another classmate fails cna skills exam on small technicality...

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

    Remembering the Six Principles of Care helped me in studying and passing the skills

  17. CNA in a long term care facility or home health- Difference?

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

    I chose to work home health to assist people wishing to remain in the home. I am employed through an agency and they pay the payroll taxes, workers comp etc... I have had had some clients needing a...

  18. My heart is grateful today...

    tomc5555 replied to Poi Dog's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for sharing. You do make a

  19. Unlicensed caregiver?!?!

    tomc5555 replied to caregiver1977's topic in General Nursing

    It will help you in your job search to list this on your app/resume. I am a CNA and chose to work for a non medical home care agency after I became certified. I too had experience in assisting...

  20. I am taking the CNA state exam on July 11th.

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

    I 'spoke' to the 'resident', it helped me include all the steps. Good

  21. Newbie CNA saying hi & a how I did it.

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

    Thank you for sharing your experience and advice. I'm curious, what was your volunteer position in the

  22. New to home health...what's in your bag?

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

    Gloves, hand sanitizer, baby wash, wipes, plastic bags, ibuprofen (4 me), baby shampoo, cell phone charger, ipad and charger, protein bars, food i will eat, instant coffee and cup, change of clothing...

  23. Reporting resident abuse- right or wrong? :(

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

    In the future you can report abuse, confidentially, to the Long Term Care Ombudsman. The telephone number should be posted in your facility. Like others have said we (CNA's) are mandated reporters...

  24. Does this really get reported negatively on your record at the ltc headquarters

    tomc5555 replied to cnamommyto2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Home health in my area welcomes new CNA's. I would list the job (you cant lie on application) and tell them LTC in that facility was not a good fit for you. don't say anything bad about that LTC, it...

  25. New CNA / nursing student trying to find job 2011

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

    Try home health. Less stressful and good pay. Good