Ally082

Ally082

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  1. NEW CNA: Running behind on workload! Feel awful!

    Ally082 replied to panjia's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just finished a 4 week CNA class, we did a 5 day clinical rotation in a "well respected" facility in my area. I was completely shocked by everything I witnessed. Most on day shift had 9 residents...

  2. Tips for CNA's Caring for Schizophrenic Resident

    Ally082 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I need to give a quick, non-formal presentation to a class of CNA's on Schizophrenia/paranoia in the elderly. The last topic is what I need help with, which is tips on CARE-(How can a CNA help?). Also...

  3. NEW CNA: Running behind on workload! Feel awful!

    Ally082 replied to panjia's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You should create a new topic or submit an article to raise awareness for this. It's a very important issue, thank you for

  4. Job Searching

    Ally082 replied to valliloves's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats on Passing! I would like to know about that too. I'm going to look into it as well and if I find anything out, I will reply

  5. Apparently, everyone is a nurse! (rant)

    Ally082 replied to RivkaLPN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My younger sister is an MA and would never refer to herself as a nurse. Actually she would correct patients if they thought she was a nurse because she never wants to be accused of misleading people....

  6. Anti-Intellectualism in Nursing

    Ally082 replied to fakenurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    . I watched my boyfriend and his team of IT guys who were only hired with AS or AA degrees + certifications lose every opportunity to advance their careers to their Penn State BS interns. It's...

  7. Anti-Intellectualism in Nursing

    Ally082 replied to fakenurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I wholeheartedly agree that people should gain experience, start at the bottom and work their way up the career ladder. I agree that shortcuts to management will lead to nothing good but I don't...

  8. Anti-Intellectualism in Nursing

    Ally082 replied to fakenurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's terrible that experienced nurses are being treated this way but I think the OP's observation is that some of the new grads and students are being treated unfairly, no... hated for this and...

  9. Considering nursing but hearing Philly market is lacking jobs.True or False? Help!

    Ally082 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi All, I am currently a certified pharmacy technician in the Philadelphia Area. I have been working on a AS degree in Science less than half time while working full time. I have been torn between...

  10. Considering nursing but hearing Philly market is lacking jobs.True or False? Help!

    Ally082 replied to Ally082's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just looked back on this post and realized you would have completed your program by now. Hoping everything worked out well for you! Good luck with job

  11. Any Tips on Getting Through Finals?

    Ally082 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have an A&P I final and a Chemistry 102 final that I am preparing for. I am getting very stressed and I am looking into different things to keep me calm, well rested and relieve all this stress....

  12. Any Tips on Getting Through Finals?

    Ally082 replied to Ally082's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I ended up with a B in A&PI and Chem 102! Although, my plan above didn't work out the way I wanted. I had trouble sleeping because I was so stressed out about finals but I managed to pull it...

  13. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I seemed like the fat jokes were starting, which was upsetting. I already replied to Brandon that I understand he pointed out a "fat pun" from your post and then continued on with other fat puns to be...

  14. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Brandon Thank you for explaining when you didn't have to. You have been very civil and I did notice your "serious" post and liked it. You say it was harmless and I believe you, you noticed something...

  15. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Another one who condones making fun of overweight nurses, patients and student bashing. Have you not seen the many posts before this filled with upset comments by those who think it's malicious to...

  16. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I have to tell you, there are many students on here and the general public that stumble upon this site who are shocked by the insensitivity of people who claim to be nursing professionals. Where I...

  17. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I agree on both counts. I'm in a researching mood tonight, can't sleep I have and A&P I final coming up, oy vey. So anyway, I found these two articles that basically say BMI is a tool that can be...

  18. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I found an article that says more employers are looking for people that will fit into their workplace culture, a person that is similar to them and has the same interests. Not everyone agrees that...

  19. Any Tips on Getting Through Finals?

    Ally082 replied to Ally082's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I will definitely update you guys!

  20. Any Tips on Getting Through Finals?

    Ally082 replied to Ally082's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Update: having my boyfriend cook me delicious healthy dinners, like fish and veggies is being added to my list!

  21. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    BMI is used as a guide, it can indicate increased risk of health problems but certainly doesn't guarantee that all people with a high BMI end up with these issues. There are many risk factors that...

  22. Any Tips on Getting Through Finals?

    Ally082 replied to Ally082's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A mani-pedi is a great idea! Congrats on your grades and all your hard work! After the 20th I will be able to finally relax

  23. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Ally082 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Just like it's silly to blindly compare a thin person to a fat person without taking any other health factors into account. By the way, my supermodel friend has always had a heart condition. My heart...

  24. Where is the Passion?

    Ally082 replied to ladyk84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with you. Stay true to yourself no mater what! Yes, there are negative people in every job as others posters have said but there is a big difference between a job that has some tough...

  25. Where is the Passion?

    Ally082 replied to ladyk84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Having high professional standards and a good attitude shows you have great character as a healthcare professional. You will go far in your career and in life because you exude the true qualities a...