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rancelumsden

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  1. changed my name...

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

    I'll never forget clinicals. It was a tough, shared experience for the class and actually brought us together, as a class. It's one thing to sit next to people in the classroom. Quite another when...

  2. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

    rancelumsden replied to Ling07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Strictly to get a job, quickly, as computer programming in this area went down the tubes after Y2K. I've made no secret that I went into this because it is only one course, only costs about $500 -...

  3. I have a B.A. and thinking about pursuing a CNA

    rancelumsden replied to Ling07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I did not become a CNA until about age 53. I have about 8 years of college credits with multiple degrees and primary professions were case worker and computer programmer. It makes absolutely NO...

  4. Interview Questions

    rancelumsden replied to ChicagoRN2010's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Based on my experience, Kalley gave you the best answer. I've posted before that I've had 3-4 careers, not doing the CNA thing until my 50's and have done over 100 interviews, easily, in different...

  5. Shifts

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

    I won't reiterate duties as others have stated. I have found (others may disagree), that those shifts are a bit slower than day shift. 3-11 will be hectic starting after dinner as you'll be putting...

  6. Do you need a GED to take state test?

    rancelumsden replied to MONI959702's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Pretty much joining the chorus. In Illinois, do not need GED but as most everyone has stated, many institutions will insist on it before hiring

  7. Where to find CNA programs?

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

    Calliotter3 gave you good answer --- just seconding it in the same

  8. Ca-CHING! Empty wallet for CNA class!!

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

    You too? I was a computer programmer for 30+ years. Didn't get a CNA until about age 53 (the industry dried up after Y2K). Anyway, class at our community college, in district, is also about $550, plus...

  9. Supplies for CNA Class?

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

    You're correct and I apologize. :bowingpur I tend to multi-task (have multiple windows open while looking at other sites online) and failed to correctly read the original posting. You always give...

  10. Books you recommend for CNA.

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

    It's Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants by Sheila Sorrentino and that is one of the standard books. Keep in mind, new editions come out all the time so you might purchase the 6th edition and will...

  11. 6 months of assisted living to hospital?

    rancelumsden replied to naide88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Fully 2nd

  12. Supplies for CNA Class?

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

    Sorry, I'm the cautious one here and your not getting good advice. #1, our class did not require scrubs for clinicals. Rather, we had to wear white pants and white shirt and white shoes. Why?...

  13. Curious About a Couple of Things...

    rancelumsden replied to Speed Freak's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Impossible to generalize about classes. It's like asking people all over the U.S. how difficult an algebra class will be. I had an instructor that was considered more difficult in that we had to...

  14. Books you recommend for CNA.

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

    Not worth the money to purchase books for CNA class. There are several books, used in classes across the country, of which I'm aware. But, as most textbooks, they are updated regularly and if you...

  15. Finding that first job!

    rancelumsden replied to church320069's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes. I'm 58 years old and became a CNA at about age 53. I grew up without the internet and did a lot of 'hit the pavement' which I find amusing to hear in someone your age. And yes, I went around in...

  16. Advice on jobs please!

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

    It's really difficult to answer as you're the only one who can answer it. As far as 'career-wise', yes, hospital is 100 times the experience than LTC and especially AL. If you're looking to go into...

  17. What is the CNA class like?

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

    The classroom part of the CNA class should be a 'no brainer' for you. The textbooks that I have used, or seen, are written only at a high school level (at best) and if you already have some background...

  18. CNA'S [Your] First Day [ All welcomed! ]

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

    Yousoldtheworld said: "...One thing that is really helpful, not just for your first days as a CNA but your first days at ANY new CNA job/hall/floor/unit is to TAKE NOTES....". Exactly right. It helps...

  19. potential newbie

    rancelumsden replied to sophiesmom80's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You're asking for 'general' answers that don't exist. Only the employer can tell you what is expected, how flexible they will be, if they expect you to be on call, etc. The one general truth about...

  20. CNAs and Non-Medical Care/Caregiving

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

    We have some individual ads around here, but a great many small business agencies have sprung up for home non-medical care as well as health care. Essentially, it's assisted living in the persons'...

  21. Job Search

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

    '....The one agency that did take me the pay is so disturbing but it's a start to get experience.....'. That is the good attitude to have! Some people are not getting jobs because they are limiting...

  22. silly question

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

    The watch may or may not be needed depending on your job duties. I worked in a clinic where I took BP and pulse on everyone coming in to see the doc. Had to wear a watch --- no clocks in the little...

  23. Lots of CNA Queshtions

    rancelumsden replied to Hopeful76's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The CNA course does not cover BLS. My understanding (and experience) is that almost every institution will require you to have BLS. However, many institutions will give you the in-house training...

  24. bed making need help

    rancelumsden replied to greysa32's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    See, you post a concern and you find that others all had similar issues. I didn't get good at occupied beds until a couple of months working in a hospital. Practice, practice, practice. Very few...

  25. Help I hate the people that I work with

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

    Yousoldtheworld gave you a good answer. Yeah, it's crappola to have to go to work and know your coworkers are not happy with you. If you're not doing things incorrectly then yes, definitely ask for...