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  1. Help! Nursing care plan

    Are you asking for help with your homework? WOW. Do you have access to textbooks? Time to put on your big girl
  2. Med Error

    Med Techs are CNAs with additional certification. Med Techs actually have lower rates of med errors because passing medicine is the primary focus during the shift; they are less likely to be...
  3. CNA Tuition Reimbursement

    I agree that a school's reputation is important! Good
  4. CNA Tuition Reimbursement

    OP-So sorry you are in such a tight bind! Good luck!
  5. use of gloves

    WOW!!!!!! :-( C Diff, anyone? I am about to start my first job tomorrow 7PM-7AM, and if I see anyone changing briefs w/ no gloves, I may vomit in my own mouth. As care providers, we wear gloves not...
  6. CNA Tuition Reimbursement

    $2000? Are you serious? My class tuition was $400, with the uniform, shoes, books, and TB test totaling another $200. I think you are being
  7. If I can't sleep NOBODY CAN!

    OP- I am about to start my first job in the healthcare field as a CNA, 3 12's a week. I am naturally a nightowl, so I know I'll be okay, but just wanted to tell you, I know how you feel. I understand...
  8. med passer a good job for student nurse?

    In my state (Ohio) a CNA can work as a Certified Medication Aide. It requires 120 hours and is a 6 week, Monday-Friday, 8AM-12:30PM, last week is clinicals. Good
  9. Missionary work after graduation?

    Just looking forward to responses...I have always had a heart for missions
  10. Hello! I am a recently certified Nurse Assistant and I have a job interview on Monday at a LTCF. I always strive for excellence in all areas of my life, whether I am a student, volunteering, or at...
  11. Nurses-How to be a blessing as a CNA?

    Thanks so much! I appreciate everyone's time and the advice given!
  12. Nurses-How to be a blessing as a CNA?

    Wow, thank you everyone for your replies so far! I feel that I am better prepared after reading them! I will definitely take everyone's advice to heart and implement it into my
  13. Nurses-How to be a blessing as a CNA?

    Also, I would like to get certification in phlebotomy, EKG, and as a Medication Aide. Which would be more helpful in LTC? Should I just express my interest in both and ask my interviewer which...
  14. Nurses-How to be a blessing as a CNA?

    Thank you so much MurrR! I appreciate your
  15. What do you think constitutes insubordination?

    I really hope to bless both my patients and my nurses! I want to start nursing school next year, but I want to work as a CNA first. I want to get experience with patients and when I am (hopefully!) a...
  16. What do you think constitutes insubordination?

    I am a brand new CNA, looking for my first job. I would NEVER be rude to my supervising nurse! My scope of practice is, first and foremost, to take directions and instructions from my supervisors in...
  17. First: have some caffeine (coffee, tea, etc), before your exam. Second, wear your scrubs during your exam, you look the part and much more proffesional during your exam w/ scrubs on. During my exam, 4...
  18. I aced the test! Now how do I get home?

    HAAAHAAAHAAA I have given birth to 4 sons. Your brain power will return when you get some sleep and are not on the "sippy cup brigade" 24/7. I feel for you, I was so nervous when I started one of my...
  19. Hello, I am a newly certified NA and am looking for my first job. I had planned on working in a LTCF but I have noticed that there are many more job openings in HH. Why? Is the pay scale different?...
  20. LTCF vs Home Health?

    Alright, I think LTC is more for me! Thank you
  21. LTCF vs Home Health?

    Thank you for all the advice so far! My feeling was that HH would be easier after working in a facility also, as I would have more support in that environment. Thank
  22. LTCF vs Home Health?

    That is a good example of things I need to know, I assumed that all agencies reimbursed for mileage. Thank
  23. Got the Job!!! (Health Dept.)

    No advice, I am a student, but congratulations and good
  24. Hello everyone! I just finished my CNA class and took my state test, I passed :-) Just wondering what I should wear to an interview? Scrubs, so that I "look the part", or dressier, nicer clothes?...