blackandyellow

blackandyellow

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  1. A problem at work.

    blackandyellow replied to y&rfan84's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree with fuzzywuzzy when I worked in LTC the only time I got results with those kind of people was by growing thick skin and not taking no for an

  2. Opinions: better job while in nursing school - PCT or Unit Secretary?

    blackandyellow replied to WorkingClassDog's topic in General Students

    Definitly A PCT. I have learned so much from working in a hospital that has helped me towards clinicals. Once most nurses get to know you and learn that you are in nursing school they will let you...

  3. Need Advise

    blackandyellow replied to studentrnnurse's topic in General Students

    I took regular statistics because my school didn't have a biostatistic class. I am not great at math and had a hard time with college algebra but got an A in statistics. I found it to be easier than...

  4. Feel pressured to do 2 people transfer alone

    blackandyellow replied to CelesteR903's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Dont do transfers by yourself if something happens no one is going to back you up. I am guilty of doing two transfers by myself in the past. What ended up changing my mind? I was doing a hoyer lift...

  5. How long have you been at your job?

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

    CNA in long term care for almost six years this fall and in an hospital for four this

  6. Best way to get a hospital job as CNA?

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

    I worked in LTC care for three years before I joined a hospital. I have my BLS from the AHA. At my hospital a CNA can take ACLS or PALS but where I work it is pointless because we do not read strips...

  7. CNA state test jitters

    blackandyellow replied to It's_Me's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was very nervous when I took mine not to mention I was sick the day of the test with a 102 degree fever probably half of it was due to nerves. It ended up not being as hard as I thought. Take a deep...

  8. Question: Taking CNA State Board with RN clinicals & no CNA class...is it possible?

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

    In my state once you are done nursing 1 you can take the CNA test. I also know some hospitals(it may vary by state) will hire you without your CNA as a PCT after you have completed some nursing...

  9. CNA worth the time?

    blackandyellow replied to amanda081106's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I dont live in Alabama but I have never had a problem finding a job as a CNA. I have found some places have applications online and others want you to go in and fill out an application. When I wanted...

  10. Commuting Question

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

    I have never biked to work but I give you major kudos for doing so. The nursing home I worked at did not have employee showers. I use to do reception during the day and work the floor at night so I...

  11. Thank you to all the hard-working CNA's and PCTs

    blackandyellow replied to edogs334's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thanks for posting this. It's always refreshing to see that we are appreciated and I'm sure you're PCT's/aides enjoy working for

  12. Do your RN's appreciate you as a PCT/CNA?

    blackandyellow replied to mamaxmaria's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    You sound like me when a nurse says a patient is a difficult stick or anything and says I can not do it I am determined to prove them wrong. I feel appreciated by the majority of the nurses I work...

  13. All-Time Toileting Record!

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

    I had a resident that would constantly say she needed to go to the bathroom. It got to the point that it was too much. I couldn't spend any time getting other residents ready for bed because we were...

  14. recording device for class

    blackandyellow replied to meo814's topic in General Students

    I bought one at Staples for around $40 dollars it was extremely helpful for me. As good of notes as I thought I was taking I always caught myself missing some

  15. Sometimes I have a hard time NOT being judgmental..

    blackandyellow replied to Despareux's topic in General Students

    I have had patients parents that if I was anywhere out of work I would be very judgmental and have a few choice words with. I just try to provide the best care to a patient as possible regardless of...

  16. help !

    blackandyellow replied to iSWEET's topic in General Students

    I am in a similar situation. I ended up getting a job full time that is 24 hours a week and more money so I could make up for working less hours yet still carry benefits. I generally work more than 24...

  17. Repost: Overcoming Pediatric Fears

    blackandyellow replied to greenapplern's topic in General Students

    I have seen some pediatric deaths. I think the worst for me is when a parent is responsible for why a child is in the hospital. I have a policy with myself to never bring anything home with me and I...

  18. Need help...I want to start my pre req's for Rn program.

    blackandyellow replied to kphlebo's topic in General Students

    I took all of my nursing pre-req's except for A+P1, A+P2, and micro online. Due to my busy work schedule I took my science classes on Saturday morning's so it was once a week. This allowed me to save...

  19. 3rd shift & sleep

    blackandyellow replied to SC APRN's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    It doesn't mess me up because I make myself get up early if I have the day off. I also limit myself to one caffeinated beverage that

  20. 3rd shift & sleep

    blackandyellow replied to SC APRN's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    What helps me with my sleep schedule is waking up early on the day I have to work and getting 2-4 hours of sleep in the afternoon. When I get home in the morning and I am off that day I let myself...

  21. PRN list is laughable

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

    I am PRN at a nursing home I use to work full time at. I remember how frustrating it is to go through the whole call list and not be able to find anyone to work. But on the other end of thing's PRN is...

  22. BSN vs CNA in long term care

    blackandyellow replied to Kep23's topic in General Students

    There are many thing's you can do with a BSN besides passing out meds and seeing a patient a few times. You just need to find the right field for you. I have been a CNA for six years and it has been a...

  23. Will I be shunned?

    blackandyellow replied to studentgolfer's topic in General Students

    I am an outgoing person and enjoy being social however that is not what I am in nursing school for I am there to learn and become an RN. I am an extremely focused person because I want the best for...

  24. So tired after work.

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

    This is why I do not work 7-3! I honestly don't know how people do it. Whenever I pick up a shift in the morning it reminds me why I don't work the shift. I am exhausted! All I want to do when I get...

  25. Studying Issues

    blackandyellow replied to EarthhAngel2013's topic in General Students

    I am the same way. I tape record all of my lectures and always seem to fall asleep while listening to them. I now bring my recorder with me to the gym and listen to it while I go on the bike. I...