chadash

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    Nonlinear thinking

    chadash replied to Cobweb's topic in General Nursing

    I am sure she is, and I just loved it
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    Alzheimer's eye test

    chadash replied to Christie RN2006's topic in Nursing Humor

    Oh great, now I am officially dumber than a bag of
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    Being Sexually Harrassed

    chadash replied to markymark's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, I wonder if it is because you are a guy that it is not being dealt with....but this is just incredible. I am sorry you suffering this indignity. Also, the Media thing, that is real solid, not...
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    Being Sexually Harrassed

    chadash replied to markymark's topic in General Nursing

    Of course she should be fired! This is unbelievable. Please don't give up on nursing, sounds like a screwy place to work though if they allow
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    Ack! My Mother is "That patient"

    chadash replied to Cattitude's topic in General Nursing

    If I have learned anything at all, and that the hard way, it is this. I am not my family, I am an independent separate adult. I am responsible for my behavior, and they are all responsible for...
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    Guilt

    chadash replied to firstyearstudent's topic in General Nursing

    Why yes, yes I
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    Dishonest Nurses

    chadash replied to Pam I Am RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    complacent (when used as an adjective) 1. Contented to a fault; self-satisfied and unconcerned 2. Eager to please (never heard it used this way...) complaisant Love words, don't you? I don't think any...
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    I HATE this!!!!

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

    After reading the other post, I retract my enthusiastic "don't give up, you'll get used to it" comment. It is important for you to examine whether this is what you want to do. I do believe if you...
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    I HATE this!!!!

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

    You get to the point where you smell urine like a fine wine: fruity with a hint of pecan, heady
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    I HATE this!!!!

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

    Don't give up! Nursing assistant classes are notoriously boring, but the information is just essential, so you bear up under it! I love being a NA, but there is nothing enjoyable about fecal...
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    general question: WHAT IS A GOOD cna TO PT RATIO?

    chadash posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Was wondering what would make a good ratio for NA to patient in certain settings: LTC Hospitals: Med surg telemetry orthopedics ICU
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    general question: WHAT IS A GOOD cna TO PT RATIO?

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

    This is an ortho department, (with over flow from med surg, most of them on precautions, a number of them incontinent.) This is first shift (0645 to 1515), and I have often been alone with 14-17. The...
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    general question: WHAT IS A GOOD cna TO PT RATIO?

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

    Well, the nurses are wonderful but way to busy to help with anything. So if I can not do it on a heavy day, it is not
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    general question: WHAT IS A GOOD cna TO PT RATIO?

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

    Thanks for your
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    Console me or Slap me back into reality!!!

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

    Good for you! Your charge nurse sounds like a real
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    behaviors vs. reality?

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

    This is a real real tough one. One thing that works is to preempt their demands. If you have predictable needs/wants, beat them to the punch. Schedule it into the day. I have found that "beat the...
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    Well gosh-darned it! That dang BP!

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

    BPs are very intimidating. But, with lots of practice, you will be surprised: they WILL become second nature. Honest. Make sure the ear pieces are forward in the ear canal. Towards your
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    Console me or Slap me back into reality!!!

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

    It is up to you to take care of yourself, and control your own schedule. I am all for going the second mile to help out, but you really have to know your personal limitations, no apologies....
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    wimpy NA

    chadash posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    hmmmmm
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    wimpy NA

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

    Done LTC and home health. Really liked LTC better. I just think patient ratios need to improve if the care is going to be what it should. I think it is a nation-wide issue, and must be dealt with.......
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    wimpy NA

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

    Yep!
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    wimpy NA

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

    Thanks for the
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    How long did it take you to adjust?

    chadash replied to Ready2BRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It does take time to adjust. you sound like a great CNA, caring is so so important. Ask for help when you need
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    I passed.

    chadash replied to shopaholicbaby07's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    and congrats to you too~:balloons: :balloons:
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    Do nurses only "eat their young" in certain departments?

    chadash replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    I think the tough skin advice is right on the mark. You can have tough skin and a warm heart at the same time. Really, I don't see how you could work in healthcare for long without coming to terms...