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    Background Check

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

    I agree with you. Just because you have bad credit doesn't make you a thief. But I was told that some places check credit because they think you would be "more likely" to steal a pt's info (especially...
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    Background Check

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

    Some CNA jobs do credit checks. They feel you will have access to social security numbers and pt personal info in charts. If you have bad credit, you *may* steal their identity. I do not agree with...
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    Using an iPad on the floor

    Paws2people replied to Magenurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Could you get an iPod Touch, and use that instead? It's a little more discreet. Plus you can transfer all the iPad data onto the iPod
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    "well I think that nursing is easier than working in a factory"

    Paws2people replied to IdianaCNA1993's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Oh, I don't know... I hate spelling errors as much as the next person, but I don't think it reads too much into a person. I see NP's and RN's on here daily with spelling/punctuation errors. It doesn't...
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    CNA class

    Paws2people replied to storm375's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have 2 Littman's (a Select and a Master Classic II). I also have two cheap ones that hurt my ears and are useless. Littmans come in many colors. Try to get one that is different from the normal...
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    job search

    Paws2people replied to IdianaCNA1993's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Do you have a strong résumé and cover letter? It can make a world of a difference. Also, maybe you can meet with your prior boss and make sure there are no hard feelings. Former employers aren't...
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    CNA class

    Paws2people replied to storm375's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Can't really go wrong with a Littman. A Select is around $45. A Master Classic II is around $110. Amazon or AllHeart are two good places online to get deals. Just guard it with your life and get it...
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    CNA class

    Paws2people replied to storm375's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Before you buy anything, verify first if you need it. Usually you'll need a BP cuff and a good stethoscope. A basic Littman Select is around $45 online and adequate for a CNA. I had to pay extra for...
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    Taking the NY state board exam for cna this friday- Need Help!

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

    Excellent :) Best of luck on your
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    Lpn jobs in long island

    Paws2people replied to Sandan8916's topic in New York Nursing

    Try the whole North Shore LIJ
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    Rant: I already hate my job

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

    Apply to a hospital and say, "My heart/interests really lie in acute care." Do not get stay somewhere where you are miserable. You'll end up bitter and upset you cannot provide adequate care to your...
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    "well I think that nursing is easier than working in a factory"

    Paws2people replied to IdianaCNA1993's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    To sum up this up: "The grass is always greener on the other side."
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    If I want to become a Dialysis Technician do I need to get my CNA Cert?

    Paws2people replied to 5ummer's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That's exactly what I am saying: one has nothing to do with the other. If you want to do dialysis, you need to take that
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    If I want to become a Dialysis Technician do I need to get my CNA Cert?

    Paws2people replied to 5ummer's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    One has nothing to do with the other as far as requirements. You can take a dialysis tech course without a prior CNA
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    Taking the NY state board exam for cna this friday- Need Help!

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

    You can go online tonight to see if you passed the skill's portion. I had those same exact skills when I went first! What a
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    Taking the NY state board exam for cna this friday- Need Help!

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

    Go online to NY Prometric and print out the skill's checklist. It tells you EXACTLY what the RN examiner is grading you on for each skill. What part of NY are you in? City, Long Island, Upstate? It...
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    Taking the NY state board exam for cna this friday- Need Help!

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

    The only skill that's definate is Handwashing, and Indirect Care
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    Pt's/visitors reading Fifty Shades of Grey???

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

    Exactly.
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    Taking the NY state board exam for cna this friday- Need Help!

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

    I am in NY :) Best advice is to take your time! They give you plenty of time. I had 27 minutes, and was finished in 10 with one minor error (On the first skill I lowered the bed to what I thought was...
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    Is Bankruptcy a major hindrance to employment?

    Paws2people replied to Jmiami's topic in General Nursing

    You should be fine. Sometimes they aren't even looking at credit in background checks. It can't hurt to apply. What do you have to lose? I know someone who went bankrupt 5yrs ago, their credit score...
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    Pt's/visitors reading Fifty Shades of Grey???

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

    I read the trilogy, and personally I found the series to be overrated. It's not as raunchy as I thought it would be, and there is a story behind it as well. Its just another ole book :) If the...
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    Do you write a thank you?

    Paws2people replied to Vtachy1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Couldn't agree more! :)
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    nightmares

    Paws2people replied to IdianaCNA1993's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I read your previous post explaining why you were terminated. You seem to have a lot of hard feelings about the way it went down. The whole situation is probably upsetting to you and weighing heavily...
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    CNA Application

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

    You can put what you prefer: part time, full time, days, evenings, etc. and then write "flexible." Probably in the past people put "anytime," and then while the were interviewed or when they were...
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    Any reason for me to renew my CNA license after RN license?

    Paws2people replied to ProudNeWRN's topic in General Nursing

    Haha, you are right! The BLS is on a nicer paper. Great decision going with the RN. Congrats, and good luck