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    What was the REAL reason you called off

    Paws2people replied to Orion81RN's topic in General Nursing

    "What was the REAL reason you called off?" Wait... People call out for fake reasons? Huh. Here I thought everyone just happened to get sick on nights of 3 feet of
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    "Can I give you report?"

    Paws2people replied to future_RN, CNA's topic in General Nursing

    I always get report from the nurses after the CNA's give me report. 9/10x, the CNA report is wrong. Always ask your nurses for report and anything important/different/special you'll need to know....
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    Which job do I take?

    Paws2people replied to sweettooth219's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I took the job further from home, however some days I wish I hadn't. Particularly when the weather is bad and there is snow. Make a list of pros and cons, and let that help you make a decision. Look...
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    Stethoscope cover for men?

    Paws2people replied to Philly85's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    They sell stethoscope holders, which clip onto your pants. Otherwise look on Etsy for a masculine cover. One time I saw one in there that looked like a man's
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    CNA exam

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

    It depends on the state. Where are you located? Look on your state's certification site. Usually there is an outline. My own state listed each skill step by step, and what the examiner was grading you...
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    PCT - was told I'm fired

    Paws2people replied to Loveeea's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Ok. This "rude young lady" who was training you, she still works there. While I'm sure there have been complaints about her too, there are also issues with your work. We do not know what they are. You...
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    I need help supervising!

    Paws2people replied to bwilsonrn's topic in General Nursing

    What I want/need from management is for them to jump in and get their hands' dirty when we need help. When the unit is short they could pitch in by taking a group, or advocate for more staff. I'd love...
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    New cna cert being threatened

    Paws2people replied to dmom85's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It sounds like you have already made up your mind. Give your notice and quit. In the future, try to be more reliable. Set 2 clocks to wake you if you are sleeping and sick. I hope your kids were ok...
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    New CNA - how to prevent resident call-light overuse?

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

    Do you round on them hourly? Ask if there is anything you can do for them before you leave the room? Sometimes it helps to give them a time frame. You can say, "I'll be back to check on you in an...
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    Med/surg CNA (days)

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

    That's too
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    Patient to aide ratio?

    Paws2people replied to coneal783's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It depends. I work in a hospital. Some nights I have 15 pts. Most nights I have
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    It's really hard for me to do blood pressure

    Paws2people replied to india.thomas1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Make sure the stethoscope you have is right for you, and you are using it
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    Yacker Tracker in the NICU ???

    Paws2people replied to Bezoars's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yes, the good ole stop light. Darn thing is always red, even when whispering or opening a box of gloves. We also have management walking around with apps that read the decibels of noise. If we...
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    Why are nurses so mean to each other?!

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

    Often I find people at work want to be rewarded for doing "good," which really equals they are just doing their job. That said, when a bad CNA does one good thing, they are rewarded. When a CNA who...
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    Disappointed with Nurses at first job

    Paws2people replied to ChristiHamm8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work in a hospital. I'd love to have only 10 patients each
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    CNA from provider works for two patients in same family and shares information

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

    Report her to the state. The lady who answered the phone, you do not know if her and the aide are friends. Or maybe the lady you left the message for never got it, or decided to ignore it because she...
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    HELP! Threats to call BON!

    Paws2people replied to Nechic01's topic in General Nursing

    If you ever need to get a roommate again, please do a background check BEFORE you let them into your home. Side Note: The house next door was vacant and for sale by the bank (repossessed). Two couples...
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    Coffee marketed to nurses. Would you buy it?

    Paws2people replied to ResumeRN's topic in General Nursing

    You all have free coffee at your facilities?! Free coffee? What's that? Time me to drink coffee? What's
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    Need Advice: applying for CNA position in same unit I got interview rejected from

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

    Go for it! What harm can it do? Tell them you are still interested in the position. It cannot hurt to try. You may need to apply several places before you land a job, so don't get discouraged. Go go...
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    Feeling extremely underappreciated

    Paws2people replied to Medic2RN_'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    On my medicine unit they do exactly that; catch up on the latest shows. Earphones in, blankets on, cell phone/tablet in front of
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    Feeling extremely underappreciated

    Paws2people replied to Medic2RN_'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Again: Are there any CNA's or PCT's working with you? If not, then you fill that
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    Caring for a patient not assigned to you

    Paws2people replied to Springdaisy04's topic in General Nursing

    Is there more to the story? Had you been spoken to in the past for this? If not, then yes, this situation was handled poorly by management. At my job if the nurse answers the bell and the pt needs to...
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    Feeling extremely underappreciated

    Paws2people replied to Medic2RN_'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Are there CNA's working with
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    Preceptor gift

    Paws2people replied to manda18's topic in General Nursing

    A nice badge reel or stethoscope button from Etsy. They can be personalized, and around
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    Initial Employment

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

    Welcome to All Nurses! Use the search option and weed through the CNA section on here. When I was a new CNA, I learned a lot from this. I also always read my state's section. Apply everywhere! Send...