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  1. Don't Know What to Do

    CapeCodDreamer posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Please forgive me if this post for advice also turns into a mini-rant, but I don't know where else to turn! I was on the employment roster at a place from late August to mid-November, but was out with...

  2. Don't Know What to Do

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

    Thank you for the validation---coming from someone who knows the MA market, it helps tremendously. Unfortunately, one of the two hospitals in the area just bought out the other one, and they just...

  3. Don't Know What to Do

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

    What do you guys think? Where can I chip away/add in/reformat? Name Street Address | Town, State, Zip | Phone | Email OBJECTIVE I intend to use my training and experience as a nursing...

  4. Middlesex Community College-Lowell, MA

    CapeCodDreamer posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Are there any other students on the waiting list/already in the Middlesex ADN program? What do you think of it? What are its strengths and

  5. What are you most worried about in regards to starting nursing school??

    CapeCodDreamer replied to BlueChocolateCat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1. All of the programs around here either have waiting lists, or don't accept students who are transferring into the program with already completed college credits (because they fill up with...

  6. 11-7 cnas..How are you doing with night shift??Do you love it?

    CapeCodDreamer replied to MzLopez4real's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Love, love, love night shift! I don't think I could deal with the, albeit controlled, chaos that is 7-3 or 3-11 where I work!

  7. CNA to RN Help Im Dying over here :(

    CapeCodDreamer replied to Nvr2L8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The competition and sometimes downright absurd requirements (that are, seemingly, ever-changing) just to get into the nursing program can be very frustrating. I can totally relate with you there. I...

  8. Can someone please help me:/

    CapeCodDreamer replied to braxtonsmommy112311's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely look at the prerequisites your school is requiring and get working on them! Nursing school is hard enough without having to worry about random Humanities (or other G.E.) courses at the same...

  9. Would you become an RN again if you had the choice?

    CapeCodDreamer replied to eminthesr's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Just curious for all those who answered "no"...What would you rather be doing for work? I ask this in all sincerity, because I'm on the fence, myself, and trying to get an idea of all the options out...

  10. Can CNAs work outside the Nursing home?

    CapeCodDreamer replied to Pattycakes85's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just check around this site, and I'm sure you'll find lots of different places: adult day care, hospital settings (and all the units contained therein), pediatric LTC, recovery programs, home health,...

  11. Clinical Experiences?

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

    I graduated my CNA program this past summer, for reference. I loved clinicals, aside from a couple of issues that ended up leading to my instructor's resignation at the end of our program. But the...

  12. If I hate being a Cna, should I stop pursuing Nursing?

    CapeCodDreamer replied to Pattycakes85's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you absolutely hate it (the very thought of doing any CNA-related work causes anxiety, the thought of doing it day-after-day causes you to sink into a depression), don't be a CNA. If you're going...

  13. can someone help me how to make a CNA resume

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

    This is the basic structure of my resume that got me hired on the spot, with no paid work experience in the field: First and Last Name Address Line 1 Address Line 2 Phone Number E-mail Address...

  14. Need help, lacking confidence full of doubt!

    CapeCodDreamer replied to amber4452's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are you at a major university or smaller community college? Even if you plan on doing your nursing program at uni-level, I highly recommend getting the math basics done at a community college for two...

  15. Pediatric Nurse Assistant.

    CapeCodDreamer replied to s.pizzino's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my area, there is only one type of CNA program. The program, itself, was geared toward the care of the elderly. Our clinicals were in a geriatric nursing home. Right out of graduation, I was hired...

  16. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    CapeCodDreamer replied to jb2u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I got my CNA card in the mail this past Tuesday! I

  17. New aide in distress..seeking advice?

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

    From one newbie to another, "Hang in there!" Depending on the facility, the overall feeling of being rushed and having to leave things half (or un-)done might never go away, but your ability to cope...

  18. What is nursing about?

    CapeCodDreamer replied to amber4452's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you really want to learn about the profession, you could try shadowing an RN or working as a CNA

  19. Should I get An Associates in History?

    CapeCodDreamer replied to stratus93's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you feel you can swing it (and you can afford it!), I've learned through experience that have more pieces of paper behind your name (in most cases) can only help. I know that my current employer...

  20. New CNA Injury Quandary

    CapeCodDreamer posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm still on orientation as a new CNA and don't know what to do. Our residents are 100% dependent, incontinent, and receive CNA-performed chest PT with hand percussors. All of a sudden my hand and...

  21. New CNA Injury Quandary

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

    Really scared I might lose my job. I'm still on orientation and already I'm MLOA. The thing is, I can see it from my side (didn't count on being injured and don't want to be fired over something I...

  22. Feel Good Moments

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

    The population I work with is especially taxing on the body and mind, BUT...my fellow employees from management to OP/PT to NSG to security to the front desk staff are

  23. What skills did YOU get at the CNA state exam?

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

    Massachusetts-I got bed pan and side lying, plus the 6 principles of care as I was going through the other

  24. New CNA Injury Quandary

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

    Ended up getting sent home last night, since I was a liability to the facility even if I was just doing our nightly chores, which I understand. Right now I'm on temporary leave until I can get it...

  25. TEAS V~ Overwhelming

    CapeCodDreamer replied to Jmoore1975's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    What areas did you do your best on? Which were your most difficult areas? Aside from focusing on the areas that you need to improve on, the best advice I can give is to not stress out. It's easier...