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  1. How to handle/mask feces smell...any tips of the trade?

    lilpeapods replied to nursingstudent3109's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    at the hospital where i work, RNs and CNAs wear surgical masks if the odor is really unbearable. it helps a little but doesn't completely shield you from the

  2. The most comfortable Nursing Shoes

    lilpeapods replied to Tziganka's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    i started off with asics gel enduro which were super kind to my feet even after 12 hours. i've been curious about clogs but didn't want to spend a lot on danskos in case they weren't for me. i wound...

  3. Do you like being a CNA?

    lilpeapods replied to tammy_zeidan09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I take great offense when people view us as professional butt-wipers! Wiping butt is 10% of the job. The other 90% is making patients feel safe and advocating on their behalf. Half the time I feel...

  4. CNA School

    lilpeapods replied to brittneyt8855's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello! It depends on the CNA program that you're in. I did an intensive 4-week course with the American Red Cross. We were in class from 8am-4pm. Clinicals started the second week. We did...

  5. What is a CNA's Role in a Hospital???

    lilpeapods replied to 12leakec's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    hello! i'm currently a CNA on the med-surg floor of a hospital. on average, i have 7 patients. duties include: - bed baths - incontinent care (i.e. changing diapers) - making beds - taking vitals -...

  6. CSULA ELMN 2011

    lilpeapods replied to ADEcstatic's topic in Post Graduate Students

    awesome! thank you, everyone, for your

  7. CSULA ELMN 2011

    lilpeapods replied to ADEcstatic's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Thanks, bbdog322!! I didn't think to look up SMC. I just checked Glendale Community College and all the LACC's. I'll look into SMC for

  8. CSULA ELMN 2011

    lilpeapods replied to ADEcstatic's topic in Post Graduate Students

    thank you 5unshine! i just checked out assist.org. it appears there are no equivalent courses listed for Nutrition 250. hmmm.... maybe i have no choice but to take it at CSULA. i was hoping to...

  9. CSULA ELMN 2011

    lilpeapods replied to ADEcstatic's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Congrats to those who got in! I am a 2012 hopeful, so I've been following this thread. I have a quick question regarding prerequisites for those of you who live in the LA area. Did you complete the...

  10. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    @RRTforKids - it's hard to say why well-qualified people are passed over by various programs. someone made a good point earlier in this thread. sometimes schools aim for a diverse group of people in...

  11. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    A question for those who have been accepted: Do you have a math/science background (i.e. BS degree) and healthcare experience such as being a CNA or volunteering at a hospital? I'm trying to figure...

  12. Has anyone done CNA training through the Red Cross?

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

    i believe the only requirements is that you need to get a physical and be tested for TB prior to doing the clinical portion of the course. eventually, i'd like to be an RN, too. i'm trying to get...

  13. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    congratulations to those who have been admitted thus far!! goguemah -- wow, you have so much healthcare experience! i feel my lack of experience most likely worked against me. i appreciate you...

  14. Has anyone done CNA training through the Red Cross?

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

    fantastic! i will go with the Red Cross. thank you 2ndyearstudent and sally lou for your

  15. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    not to beat a dead horse, but it's the morning after and i still feel like crap! it feels like i've spent a whole year pining away for some guy and told myself, "yeah, this could happen" and created...

  16. CNA first then RN after????

    lilpeapods replied to Applelovesyou17's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    i'm so glad to hear you say that! i'm taking my last two prerequisites so i was only able to apply to one nursing program. i got my rejection letter today, so my plan B is to become a CNA while i...

  17. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    she was fairly quick about

  18. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    you can email the assistant dean, dr. cardin. at the info meeting i attended last summer, she said that if you're rejected, she's happy to talk to you about your application. we shouldn't beat...

  19. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    same here! i was told by dr. cardin that my prereqs weren't completed (am taking microbio and stats right now) and that my statement of purpose was moving but they wanted to know more about my...

  20. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    very, true, mikomay! though, i just checked out their site. tuition is approximately $53,947 per year i would also have to complete two philosophy courses and a religion course prior to applying....

  21. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    maybe you guys are right... i should hold out for a BSN or MSN. now that i'm finishing up my last two prerequisites, i'm eligible to apply to CSUN and CSLA for 2012 enrollment. thanks for the heads...

  22. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    i feel your pain... i'm soooo bummed out by this. my plan B is to go the ADN route. there's one school near me whose deadline for fall enrollment is april so i still have time. gotta remind myself...

  23. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    i called jessica at student affairs. she said that if you've been waitlisted, it would be mentioned in the letter online. darn

  24. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    i was hoping to be waitlisted at least, but no such luck. i'm assuming there would've been a mention in the letter if that were the case. sigh... good luck to those who are still

  25. UCLA MECN Fall 2011

    lilpeapods replied to Sam198's topic in Post Graduate Students

    my last name starts with the letter "s" so i'm pretty sure it's not