IEDave ASN, CNA, LVN

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    Sexual Harrashment towards Men in the nursing profession!

    IEDave replied to Ev1987's topic in Men in Nursing

    Far as sexual harassment in the nursing profession - I've seen some pretty questionable behavior when I was acting as my mother's caregiver, but personally/professionally not so much. Closest thing I...
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    Family pushing antidepressants...why won't I agree??

    IEDave replied to Lucky724's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Hmm...well, to answer your question, a few reasons why you might be hesitant to take the medication: 1) That you're intellectually aware of a problem, but that you're not emotionally aware of it - in...
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    what items could you not go a nursing shift without?

    IEDave replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Whip and a chair - but I'm more of a traditionalist than Guttercat. -----
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    volunteer wondering how to make best of last days/weeks

    IEDave replied to missingmydad's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hmm...the only thing that popped out at me after reading your post is - music. Try bringing in some CD's & play some music for him. Beyond that - books on tape, or read the paper/a book with him,...
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    Getting accepted into nursing school

    IEDave replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    Right about the time I get my BSN! :w00t: -----
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    Passed the CNA test today

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

    :hug::cheers::w00t::yelclap: And of course, congratulations! Had pretty much the same experience at the end of January - completely convinced I was about to do a professional face plant on the skills...
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    Tips on taking the CNA Exam.

    IEDave replied to Tasha1635's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    And that's probably the toughest part of the process - relaxing. I'll beg to differ with nguyency77 on one point - while the written is multiple guess, it's got some tricky points. Most likely you'll...
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    CNA Life

    IEDave replied to 1010MASH's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Presumably, as a CNA you are a mandated reporter, no? You've got repeated instances of patient safety issues, infection control issues & outright neglect plus an unwillingness on management's part...
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    What I didnt Know......

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

    Welcome back, Racegirl - wondered what happened to you! Very sorry to hear you got the "primrose path" treatment, a CNA isn't necessarily the path to untold riches & romance (and, far as I know...
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    What is with all the crying?

    IEDave replied to Rick68fl's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm crying because my tears won't cure cancer on baby elephants. WAAHHHH!!!! -----
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    Where did you find your first job after becoming a CNA??

    IEDave replied to missie1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You're most welcome, ma'am! Incidentally - if it seems like I'm going over the top on the explanations (figure at least 80% of my previous post was likely old news for you) what I try to do on...
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    Where did you find your first job after becoming a CNA??

    IEDave replied to missie1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my case - still looking. During class we (briefly) discussed this matter, and it tends to be borne out by prior experience during my IT days; a lot of positions simply aren't advertised. While the...
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    ? Regarding Facility's Decision Not To Hire Male CNA/RNs

    IEDave replied to balatro's topic in Men in Nursing

    Yep - ran into this where I did my CNA clinicals. Every frimpin' CNA/LVN/RN sung my praises - but, they only hire males as RNA's (which, coincidentally only work 8-5 M-F; presumably so they won't try...
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    for those in LTC..what songs do your residents like?

    IEDave replied to AshleyinSTL's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    How very thoughtful of you! :hug: Really can't disagree with anything here (although Metallica may be a bit much for this generation - me, I'm holding out for Iron Butterfly/Deep Purple/Jimi Hendrix)...
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    what do i do about a clinical instructor who embarrassed me in front of others?

    IEDave replied to leogirl8's topic in General Students

    Um - no...and here's another reason why. An email can be used as evidence in a court of law. As can text messages. As can posts on online forums (HINT!). As can anything in writing. If you're in...
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    second week in cna school need help

    IEDave replied to shyred2581's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Skills test - you'll be freaking out from the stress. Bed making - you sleep on one at home, I expect (although there are people that don't - I apologize if you're one of them) so practice the...
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    Do they check to see if you have your BSN/Masters degree ?

    IEDave replied to lumbarpain's topic in General Nursing

    And, most of this was directed at anyone that actually thinks any of this is serious. Beats doing psych homework - which is what I'm supposed to be doing right now. G'night! -----
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    Do they check to see if you have your BSN/Masters degree ?

    IEDave replied to lumbarpain's topic in General Nursing

    Wooh: My late brother tried that with my late dad's DMV record - and did time for it. The point of the whole screed is that at some point - someone's going to do some checking. When they do - they...
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    Do they check to see if you have your BSN/Masters degree ?

    IEDave replied to lumbarpain's topic in General Nursing

    I'll bite... Ahem - as far as trying to actually falsify a set of educational records; yes, it can be done - no, it ain't easy. First, most educational resource planning applications have the ability...
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    I exploded at work. Haha miserable. Here's what happened? Should I feel bad, I kinda

    IEDave replied to willowRN's topic in General Nursing

    If it's any consolation, keep in mind that by being the kind of person you are you're probably driving your co-workers nuts. People like that just can't stand the idea that there are people that are...
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    Mouth care for dying patient

    IEDave replied to nettie01's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Yep - an oldie but a goodie! In my case, not only am I a brand-new CNA, but also a family member of a terminally ill patient (now, a deceased patient - mom passed away on 11/26/2008) so I felt...
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    Unemployed for 2 years, No one wants me anymore.

    IEDave replied to lumbarpain's topic in Retired Nurses

    Oh, could I give a spiel on this subject! In my case; last date I was gainfully employed was 6/30/2009. IMO, it's not the resume - it's the experience. Really, for folks that have the time in service...
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    Just had to share...

    IEDave replied to 6spdftwtm's topic in General Nursing

    Y'Know, I've always have very positive interactions with Navajo folks - very friendly & courteous. Figured they just thought I was one of 'em (I am, in a sense - fair amount of Native American...
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    The Mockery of Nursing

    IEDave replied to Old.Timer's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Poop...keeps out the riffraff! -----
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    Have you taken a BLS class?? or CPR??

    IEDave replied to missie1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Evening, Missie1: Around here (here being Kalifornia), you've got 2 different levels - Level 1 is the "civilian" version (typically,CPR & choking) and level 2 is the "Professional" level (CPR...