Starletta

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  1. Another topic about all 3 shifts. Not just Day vs. Night

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was reading the post about Day vs. Night shifts and have a question, between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift. My Certification expired and I have to re-test and was going to ask the same question. :) I...

  2. Can you take a family member from a LTC to visit a different Physician?

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

    Unfortunately, my sister isn't very hands on when it comes to my mother's care. I did get a resolution though. I called the P.A. who comes to the Nursing Home and she totally understood my...

  3. Can you take a family member from a LTC to visit a different Physician?

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    As the title says: Can you take a family member out of a LTC facility for an appointment with a Physician of your choice? My mom is in a Nursing Home (long term) and I rarely, if at all see the...

  4. Can you take a family member from a LTC to visit a different Physician?

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

    Thank you very much! My sister is her "Power of Attorney", but honestly, never questions anything. My mom made my sister POA in the 1980's. I'm the one who questions when things don't look right....

  5. Night shift or day shift ?

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

    Curious, as it is generally 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift. Not just day vs. night. My Certification expired and I have to re-test and was going to ask the same question. :) I haven't yet...

  6. Scared!!

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

    I assume they didn't require you to have a Drug Screen as

  7. Age Discrimination? What is your opinion?

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm a *young* :) 54 yr old and have been trying to get into some of the local Hospitals for ages... I've applied for Cleaning (Environmental Tech) positions, Transport Tech, everything that doesn't...

  8. Does your facility ask you to sleep over when it snows?

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

    I live in Connecticut, and people called out at the slightest amount of snow, burdening the rest of us with an extra workload. My former boss finally said, "You all live in New England, get used to...

  9. Can I Survive Off Of Certified Nursing Assistant Salary? Opinions & Stories Please!

    Starletta replied to FuturePedsNurse92's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    tiffinij, do you work in the city? That's a very good salary! I live in CT and could never, ever live off the average $11-$13 that most CNA's make around here. Even being married, it would be...

  10. Home Hospice CNA ? Salary Question.

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

    Duskyjewel, Thank you very much for the information. I never heard of Glassdoor.com , but I'll certainly check it out. I see you specialize in Hospice Care, so I'll probably have more questions if...

  11. Home Hospice CNA ? Salary Question.

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm hoping someone can help me decide on a career path. I was Certified, but expired as I choose to work somewhere else in the Health Care Field. Checked with my State and can re-test to become...

  12. How regarded is the American Red Cross CNA Program in CT?

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just wondering if anyone took their CNA training with the American Red Cross and how was your experience? I was taking the CNA course at a local College and the Clinical Instructor was absolutely...

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

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Has anyone ever started their own LLC Company (self-employed) as a CNA/Senior Helper? I'm 51 and graduated from the American Red Cross CNA program this summer. After working at companies for 20...

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

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

    Thank you Tom... I would not employ anyone and would be doing this solo. My husband also has a side business (LLC) and has to pay State Income Tax. He is the sole employee of his entity. He also...

  15. Do hospitals fail to take down filled positions from their website?

    Starletta posted a topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Hi, I was wondering about how hospitals advertise positions on their websites. I normally check Mid-State in Meriden, and Middlesex Hospital in Middletown. Some jobs which look quite "fillable" seem...

  16. Do hospitals fail to take down filled positions from their website?

    Starletta replied to Starletta's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Thank you for the explanations. :) I guess it is time to start sending out resumes.

  17. I take my state boards friday any advice

    Starletta replied to mymy1219's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The Testers didn't tell you if you passed or failed before you left the testing facility??? I'd be on pins and needles if I had to wait.. Good luck. Hope you

  18. Passed State Exam today - Thank you Fuzzy!

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Finally the day had come to take the State Test and I passed.... :) Studied and studied the skills portion all weekend. A thanks to Fuzzy for an easy way to remember dressing from the weak side,...

  19. Problem with taking Blood pressure. grr.

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

    As CarolinaGirl said, follow a line from the pinkie finger. And you do have to press harder than you would with a Radial Pulse. Although, my Instructor said you may not always feel it. So, put your...

  20. Passed State Exam today - Thank you Fuzzy!

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

    That is what I was hoping for. At least get my foot in the door, and/or gain experience. It is only 15 minutes away and a beautiful "5 star Hotel" kind of interior. All residents have their own...

  21. Passed State Exam today - Thank you Fuzzy!

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

    Thank you everyone for all your advice! I know I asked a million questions lately. It really helped! Instead of thinking "Dress strong side first, etc." Your tip popped into my head when I was...

  22. Taking my CNA exam tomorrow 08/04/11

    Starletta replied to Sunshinebelle28's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just took mine yesterday and was so nervous all weekend. We were given a list of the Skills from our Instructor, with a step by step explanation on how to perform them. I do better with short...

  23. Fired from first CNA job

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

    Look at it this way.... If someone was purposely causing problems behind your back in the first month, would you really have wanted to work at this place long term? I don't see any reason to include...

  24. NOC Shift

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

    I worked 3rd shift for a year. After a year, it was enough.. But some people love it and would never change to first shift. It may take a little adjusting to figure out when sleep time is best for...

  25. State Exam tomorrow 8/2 a few more questions. Sorry.

    Starletta posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sorry to drive everyone crazy with more questions, but my State Exam is tomorrow - 8/2. Due to taking care of my elderly mom, who was recently diagnosed with early stages of Dementia, Dr. visits,...