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  1. Working as a CNA/PCA do you feel able to make a living?

    mvm2 replied to WCSU1987's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work as a CNA in home care and I feel that even though I could not make it on my own I do contribute to the houses finances. One thing you need to know is if you get your CNA in one state and then...

  2. I am pregnant and I am about to start my new job.

    mvm2 replied to elenasimona's topic in General Nursing

    You could tell them right away if you feel that there are any parts of the job you cant handle. Or if you think at this time you could go about your job with no concerns then maybe wait a few months...

  3. Threatened by patient

    mvm2 replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If this is eating away at you I'd have a sit down and discuss it. Getting it out in the open and explain your feelings about how this was handled has made you feel. I believe that with a talk maybe...

  4. Certified Nurse Aide

    mvm2 replied to KrystenB's topic in General Nursing

    Next step up would be getting into nursing LPN or RN. There is also medical assistants but they usually work in Dr. Offices if that would appeal to you. Though getting into a new line of work will not...

  5. Vent: Why so many local threads started in General Nursing

    mvm2 replied to dream'n's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes I think people will post here knowing they will get the most replies because it is the busiest forum on

  6. I hate being a CNA

    mvm2 replied to *K($$'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wow jgarza196 you really know how to put CNA work in

  7. dressing code

    mvm2 replied to labanti's topic in General Nursing

    I've always have heard a nice paints suit or paints with a nice blouse. and no

  8. Just got CNA, going for LPN soon, which CNA job for best experience?

    mvm2 replied to sobersurfer's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've worked in home care as an aide/CNA for three years now and personally love it. I am close to your age and even though sometimes there can be hard transfers I believe home care is easier on the...

  9. Breaking the Ice with Patients

    mvm2 replied to Pumpkinn's topic in General Nursing

    I'd probably go in to a room just like the pp said positive upbeat and say hi Mr or Mrs my name is .... is there anything I can do or help you with. Once they reply take notice in how they give you...

  10. I hate being a CNA

    mvm2 replied to *K($$'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Nursing... CNA work it all can be hard work and gross. I know many nurses that have to help with turning patients and transfers. I know many nurses that had to hold a puke Bucket for patients or help...

  11. holiday pay

    mvm2 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    So wondered with the holiday coming up what are your hoilday pay set ups like. I feel our company does quite well when it comes to our holidays. Employees who work less then 6 months get time and a...

  12. holiday pay

    mvm2 replied to mvm2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Nope we are non union. Just a simple home care

  13. COLLEGE & CNA level2 course

    mvm2 replied to bombx's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Would you consider being a CNA somewhere other then a hospital. Home care CNA work is great, and you always set your own schedules and what shifts you are willing to work. It can be a perfect fit for...

  14. COLLEGE & CNA level2 course

    mvm2 replied to bombx's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    First welcome to AN glad you found the site. Your schedule if you really want this does not sound to bad. IF things work out exactly to this schedule. Yes the class days will feel crazy, and my...

  15. How to get a job?

    mvm2 replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I hear you on insurance we are in the same boat. My husband lost full time at work so lost our insurance and my home healths insurance is totally outrages so i did not even want it plus i font work...

  16. HELP!!!!

    mvm2 replied to Melfldrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Can't say if the interview went well or not. All you can say is you did your best and just cross your fingers you get to talk to the nurse manager. Just keep us posted. Good luck.. pulling for

  17. How to get a job?

    mvm2 replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    What are the types of jobs you are applying to. You state you are looking for places so far away from you but are there avenues in nursing that you might not have looked into yet. What about home care...

  18. whats for lunch

    mvm2 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes I have no clue what to pack for cold lunches for work. If I don't have leftovers I never know what to bring. Sandwhichs get so old. So what do you like to bring for lunch. I feel I need some...

  19. Minimum Wage + LVN Wage

    mvm2 replied to g2255lw's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Very true points delen. I was hired for a little over $9.00 being an aide. Got my CNA and my pay went up and I've gotten a few pay increases in my 3 years working there and I may only be at 11.00 when...

  20. whats for lunch

    mvm2 replied to mvm2's topic in General Nursing

    Again thanks everyone for the wonderful ideas. I'm definetly making a list and love it being healthy as

  21. Minimum Wage + LVN Wage

    mvm2 replied to g2255lw's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you are scared about minimum wage getting close to LPN pay and not being worth going to school for think about how CNAs are going to feel when we are left in the dust and flipping burgers will be...

  22. CNA and CPR

    mvm2 replied to CommuterChick22's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It takes you one day and about maybe 3 to 4 hours at the most to take a CPR class. Very well worth

  23. HELP!!!!

    mvm2 replied to Melfldrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Best of luck hope this will be it for

  24. Bad experience as CNA :(

    mvm2 replied to gizm0's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There are so many other avenues you can go in as a CNA if LTC is not your thing. There is home care which I have been for 3 years and love it. There are homes for the disabled or retirement home is...

  25. Sick and I start work tomorrow

    mvm2 replied to DearDylan's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Missing you is right that is why in my post I said to call in if you were still sick. Didn't think you'd go there