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  1. Are there any psych LPN's?

    sakiohma posted a topic in Psychiatric

    I've always been interested in psychology so I'm considering going into nursing to become a psych nurse. I have the opportunity to do a free LPN program. However, can you work in psych as an LPN? How...

  2. I don't want to be an RN

    sakiohma posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    For some odd reason, I have a strong desire tobe an LPN over being an RN. However everyone tells me " just go for your RN" or "LPN is a waste of time". They say that I'm 'smart' and should try for the...

  3. I passed my Georgia CNA certification test!

    sakiohma posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Out of all my 10 classmates, I was the very last to test. My skills were: Handwashing (everyone gets this) Weight (Thank God it wasn't BP!) ROM on shoulder Nail care Ambulate from bed to wheelchair...

  4. What is the least stressful nursing specialty?

    sakiohma posted a topic in General Nursing

    I worked as a CNA in the past and absolutely HATED it. The healthcare field seemed like a cesspool for bullying and the constant teamwork/patient contact burned me out since I am an introvert. I threw...

  5. Bullying on the job?

    sakiohma posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a CNA thinking of going into psychiatric nursing, but I worry of bullying. I got really turned off from working in healthcare due to the "teamwork" aspect so I turned away from it. I put it in...

  6. What was the best thing about CNA school?

    sakiohma replied to Vtachy1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It was easier than working as an actual CNA Also, my classmates were really funny and we bounded really

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

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

    Yes. I've been working as a CNA for about 2 years now and it has made me not want to be a nurse. The healthcare field is like a cess pool for bullying. I got bullied so much by my co-workers when I...

  8. No lunch for lunch break?

    sakiohma posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work the 7-3 shift as a CNA at an assisted living facility. Lunch is served for the residents at 12:30pm and we serve them restaurant style and clean up when they are done eating. After this time,...

  9. No lunch for lunch break?

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

    Actually, Thank all of you for your answers! I completely understand and now I feel a little selfish. At work, I will talk it over with the others. No, we aren't paid for lunch break and there are...

  10. No lunch for lunch break?

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

  11. No lunch for lunch break?

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

    The nurse, CNA supervisor, Med tech, and one other CNA (if we aren't short) are free to answer calls. They usually take their break at 12:30 when we are busy serving the residents in the dining room...

  12. No lunch for lunch break?

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

    It is? This is my first healthcare

  13. No lunch for lunch break?

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

    Oh, ours only serves after

  14. No lunch for lunch break?

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

    In these set lunch times, is there one half that must pack a lunch or eat nothing, while the other half has the privilege to leave to get food or eat from the dining room? If so, it is clear that one...

  15. No lunch for lunch break?

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

    The only time lunch is served is between 12:00pm and 3pm, and we are not allowed to leave. The only people who seem to be allowed to leave or eat at those times is everyone, but the CNA's. There are...

  16. Can you learn nursing in the military?

    sakiohma posted a topic in Government, Military

    Can you learn nursing while serving? Or must you be a nurse before joining the military? So far I'm leaning towards the latter, but having others insight would be

  17. Being a nurse who likes working alone?

    sakiohma posted a topic in General Nursing

    Are there any nursing specialties for people who don't like too much human interaction? Maybe working alone is impossible, but maybe instead work in a small, more relaxed team environment? I thought...

  18. Being a nurse who likes working alone?

    sakiohma replied to sakiohma's topic in General Nursing

    With coworkers, I mean. Not patients. I love my patients. I know this may sound silly; especially considering how I worded it and because obviously nursing is a people person career and you usually...

  19. Can you learn nursing in the military?

    sakiohma replied to sakiohma's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you so

  20. Might be getting fired tomorrow

    sakiohma replied to camci's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wow, if I and 98% of the people I work with worked where you work, we'd all be fired @_____@ You are,a great CNA and they should realize

  21. How long was your CNA school?

    sakiohma replied to HeatherMax's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    About 5 months o____o Of course, I however did do it for free (free meals and housing as well!) through Job Corps though so I had to be put on a waiting list for most

  22. Dekalb Tech College/ Piedmont Tech college

    sakiohma replied to manique's topic in Georgia Nursing

    I'm also thinking about going for the LPN program at GA Piedmont Tech. Either there or North GA Tech or Gwinnett Tech. I would stay away from Bauder College though. Isn't that basically a scam school?...

  23. Starting CNA school in January

    sakiohma replied to shannon96's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My CNA course lasted for about 5 months too. I got mine for free at Job Corps. It's a long time, but it really pays off. You'll never forget,

  24. Finished my cna course just

    sakiohma replied to Lacymom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Good luck to both of you! I'm so excited for the both of you. Just do anything you can to calm your nerves during the test and you should do fine :) Before the test started my team and I joked around...

  25. I passed my Georgia CNA certification test!

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

    Yes! Dress as if you are at your actual job as a CNA. Well, I'm actually not sure if it's a requirement, but everyone in my class did. I even wore my name tag and cut my nails for the exam. And...