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  1. Finally finished nursing school

    Nursing24/7 replied to cna_2_nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats!!!! Big accomplishment! I'm torn between LVN & RN but more than likely will do LVN ATM just because of time being a major issue for me right now. I hope to start school in 6 months or...

  2. Pre-Nursing MOMS Unite!

    Nursing24/7 replied to ASN2016's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Glad you are doing well. I just graduated from a CNA program & I am currently working 2 jobs!!! Planning on starting my prereqs in a few months, sooner if

  3. Scrubs addiction

    Nursing24/7 replied to Nursing24/7's topic in General Students

    I like the fun patterns & designs but nothing too crazy though. I do plan on getting solid colors too eventually. I almost prefer scrubs over my regular clothes now a days lol my yoga pants,...

  4. Scrubs addiction

    Nursing24/7 posted a topic in General Students

    Ok since I've started working as a CNA I've become addicted to buying scrubs anyone else? Where does everyone get their scrubs from? I love the colorful ones with flowers, breast cancer ribbons, toons...

  5. Are there any class or certification I can get to increase my chance of getting hired as a

    Nursing24/7 replied to tylervt93's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Restorative Nurse Assistant (RNA), which is basically an add on ceu to the CNA certification & it's basic/entry level physical therapy for the elderly & it gets you $1-2 more than just being a...

  6. I hate my new CNA job

    Nursing24/7 replied to Alexandra_C23's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I say stick it out. Give it a full month because the first few weeks adjusting to a CNA job is not easy. If you feel the same after a month then explore other CNA job avenues. But for now, take it as...

  7. Did being a CNA make you NOT want to be a nurse anymore?

    Nursing24/7 replied to emily_ganshert's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    CNA work is hard work no doubt there are good times & a lot of bad times but it's really made me see that nursing is really where I want to be & was meant to do. I want to do LVN or RN but...

  8. New CNA - Need some advice!

    Nursing24/7 replied to jessiem88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats! I'm a new CNA too! I just started at a SNF about a week ago, its REALLY hard & often challenging mentally & physically but I like being kept on my toes. Just know that the first few...

  9. New CNA still in Highschool! HELP!

    Nursing24/7 replied to StressedSenior's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm a new CNA too & have anxiety issues as well, so I know what you mean but this is what has helped me. Just breath & go in there every night with the thought of I CAN do this. You're only as...

  10. Is CNA a good part time job for RN and a sustain job to live on your own?

    Nursing24/7 replied to guest859317's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would tough it out & stay with your parents until you finish RN school. Don't be in a rush to move out right now. I am a new CNA & have to work THREE part-time CNA jobs to make ends meet...

  11. First Job Orientation help!

    Nursing24/7 replied to peachescna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Tons of paperwork signing, going over the facility policies & procedures & employee handbook. Then depending on where you work, you'll shadow a CNA for a week or two to get you acquainted with...

  12. one of those nights

    Nursing24/7 replied to Red Kryptonite's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    EXACTLY donsterRN

  13. one of those nights

    Nursing24/7 replied to Red Kryptonite's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes Kitsey it's everyday for me & I'm sure most CNAs out there too...but the other night was particularly tough, some days/nights are tougher than others that's all Red Kryptonite was

  14. one of those nights

    Nursing24/7 replied to Red Kryptonite's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I hear you. I would never actually do anything to harm a patient of course but I had a night like this the other night...late stage dementia patient was violent, yelling & would NOT go to sleep....

  15. Failed my CNA Skills Test a second time

    Nursing24/7 replied to dakotasapphire's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    @blondebabe that's the procedure for handwashing though...drying with one then throwing it away, then getting another one to turn off faucet, then throwing that one away, so I don't understand how...

  16. Failed my CNA Skills Test a second time

    Nursing24/7 replied to dakotasapphire's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wow that's weird in Cali they tell us what we did wrong on a skill & what we can improve

  17. Cna hourly wages/nursing home?

    Nursing24/7 replied to BreakRoom011's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wow $11.50 for SNF is good. In Cali, it's $9.50-10 @SNF/LTC, assisted living pays $10-11 & hospitals pay a lil more

  18. Can I become a Nurse at 40?

    Nursing24/7 replied to amoy36's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I thought the same thing for awhile but now I realize it's never too late if it's something you really want to do. I'm 42 & probably won't be starting RN school for another 1-1 1/2 years, so i'll...

  19. My First Job As A CNA

    Nursing24/7 replied to RebaMinenna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats! My advice...Don't get flustered...it takes about a month to get used to the

  20. Back issue

    Nursing24/7 replied to Raven.poe's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    A lot of places you'll find yourself on your own a lot of CNA's are not helpful or team players. It's common. Like someone suggested you should do your job to best of your ability & offer to help...

  21. Failed my CNA Skills Test a second time

    Nursing24/7 replied to dakotasapphire's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yeah it doesn't make sense at all. I too think something is strange with the scoring process. I passed mine & so did the other 8 people in my class BUT 3 people in my class shouldn't have passed....

  22. West Coast University

    Nursing24/7 replied to ElizabethTonoyan's topic in California Nursing

    Do not go to WCU. I almost went there but changed my mind after talking in depth with 2 people who went there. It's way too expensive... it's super redic what they are charging people & the...

  23. Failed the first time in the skills test

    Nursing24/7 replied to MerryMary67's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just took my state exam & passed. I took mine at Red Cross Glendale...out of 14 of us, 12 passed. The examiners were nice, patient & not too hardcore, so you might want to try taking your...

  24. I Wanted to share this!!

    Nursing24/7 replied to PattySorto's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats!!!

  25. Clinicalssssssssss 😎

    Nursing24/7 replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats!!! I just finished 3 wks of clinicals(which I loved)& I just took my state exam on Friday &