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    I fail skills part of my CNA test. Has this happened to anyone else?

    Paws2people replied to Lizzly's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What were the errors you made specifically on
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    Anyone here from NY, jow long it took to get job after certified?

    Paws2people replied to Lele0308's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The test was easy if you study. I aced both the written and skills. Just practice, practice, practice! Go online to NY Prometric (they administer the test). You can print out each skill and the steps...
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    Anyone here from NY, jow long it took to get job after certified?

    Paws2people replied to Lele0308's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I got one immediately at a hospital :) It really just depends on luck... Some people say they have trouble, others with no experience get hired right away. Once you get certified, apply EVERYWHERE....
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    CNA job in a hospital

    Paws2people replied to mdm1495's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    After class my group of 5 friends all went our separate ways (and totally different locations). 2 went to hospitals, 2 to home health, and one never did anything. I applied EVERYWHERE and I was...
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    CNA vs MA

    Paws2people replied to DomJo8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It is a misconception most CNA's work in nursing homes. I got a job right out of CNA class in a hospital with no prior experience. If you are going for nursing, it is a better fit than MA since you...
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    Free time for night shifts for CNA and Nurse

    Paws2people replied to flod's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have zero downtime on my 8 hour shift at a hospital. Not with 15-30 patients. Nope, not a single second to spare! If you want downtime, don't work in healthcare!
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    Shocked with my CNA clinicals.

    Paws2people replied to Dhalia27's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work in a huge hospital. All we have is tiny bottles of liquid soap. We use it as body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. Lol. Sometimes we don't even have that, and we use the soap dispenser by the...
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    CNA skills exam - This is driving me crazy!!!

    Paws2people replied to yugot2h8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You are allowed a certain number of mistakes. If that was the only one, you probably passed. Plus you still put gloves on... Let us know how it works
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    Can you use on Resume "nursing assistant"??

    Paws2people replied to WhatIsLife?'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No, I wouldnt. You'll need to produce a copy of your state certificate to your employer anyway. If you are on the interview and they ask if you passed the state board, there will be that awkward...
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    I still don't understand why a hospital would hire cna's, or techs but not lpn's

    Paws2people replied to Destiny'skid's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    At my facility CNA's do all vitals, fingersticks, EKG's, phlebotomy, condom caths, suction trach pts, place/disconnect/troubleshoot telemetry, prep for surgery, and more. Plus all the regular stuff...
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    Experience preferred?

    Paws2people replied to helloporcelain's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just apply anyway! I got a great hospital job with only a veterinary background. I applied everywhere and was surprised by the amount of places that were interested in me. In the end, I had my pick of...
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    Looking for CNA Training in NY, need help deciding!

    Paws2people replied to pratham's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Cross Manhattan Institute off your list. If your read some of my past posts you'll see why. Good luck
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    CNA Looking to Challenge the CNA Exam in Florida

    Paws2people replied to Heaven70's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Contact Prometric in Florida. They administer the CNA test. They should be able to direct you on how and if you can challenge the exam, or apply for reciprocity. Good
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    work hours for cna????

    Paws2people replied to Dcmom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    At my hospital CNA's work 8 hours. 7-3:30pm, 3-11:30pm, and 11-7:30
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    Former CNA starting BSN program - how do I get NYS certified to work as a CNA again?

    Paws2people replied to ebinbrooklyn's topic in New York Nursing

    Contact Prometric to see if you can get a reciprocity. They administer the test in New York. Good
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    Stony Brook's Hiring Process

    Paws2people replied to tigralvovna's topic in New York Nursing

    Their hiring process takes a month or so. Because it is a state job, there is more "red tape" to go through. I heard back from HR after the interview immediately, but I knew from their attitudes that...
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    Assisting my Grandfather to keep my license.

    Paws2people replied to EduardoLugo's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my state you need to work in a facility (on the books) for a minimum of 8 hours in 2 years to keep your certificate valid. Pretty sure this is similar/standard in all
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    Department Wars

    Paws2people replied to mstearns09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am not understanding why housekeeping has the authority to tell you to do anything. Your job and their's are apples and oranges. They need to worry about their own duties. Just as you would never...
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    How to Survive the Night Shift??

    Paws2people replied to sixela21's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It just takes time to get use to. You will adjust eventually. Everyone is different, but usually people either LOVE working nights, or HATE working nights! I love my night shift position (CNA at a...
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    CNA hospital job

    Paws2people replied to Amylovesnursing's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I love my hospital job :) I never worked in a nursing home, but my co-workers tell me it is apples and oranges. There are more opportunities in a hospital. If you don't like your floor, you can choose...
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    Looking for a good stethoscope

    Paws2people replied to kikkidee6's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Littman Master Classic 2 Any Littman will do
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    What type of drug tests do CNAs get?

    Paws2people replied to esand's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It varies by each employer what they test for. Most do a 5 or 10 panel urine test (10 being more common in healthcare). Both tests include pot. As far as if you are sent to a lab, some places send you...
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    Question for 2nd shift

    Paws2people replied to havehope's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Love your pic! As for the showers, it all depends on the
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    I feel SO stupid (CNA)

    Paws2people replied to TurtleCat's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Look at it this way, you'll never forget to lock the wheelchair (or bed for that matter) again. Now you'll be more careful about infection control. It's all a learning experience. That's what...
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    Horrified at what I have seen go on in this nursing home

    Paws2people replied to butterflykisses23's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am in NY, and you are right... Sandy is