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  1. A backup plan

    SlaveHeart replied to Madison1379's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would have a more career oriented back up plan. Perhaps become a CNA or EMT and work part time while re doing pre reqs. Also work on building applicable but not academic skills like learning...

  2. Pre Nursing Student seeking clarification on the right School.

    SlaveHeart replied to CJanise's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You could try looking up pass rates from the state board of nursing. Also as the pp mentioned check out your regional board and go in person to the campuses and try to meet staff and professors while...

  3. Searching for GLBT-friendly accelerated BSN programs in progressive cities

    SlaveHeart replied to growingseeking's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm not sure if I understand your question. Are you looking for universities with LGBT organizations on campus? Or just cities that have a scene? To a certain degree the two go together but sometimes...

  4. Any advice on statistics

    SlaveHeart replied to Simplytasha's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I struggle with math, it is my weakest subject. I manged to ace stats by doing lots of practice problems then checking my work and seeing where I went wrong. I would also recommed if you do not all...

  5. Should I become a nurse for the money??

    SlaveHeart replied to Wot chick's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not to be mean since being kind is definatly one of my characteristics. I hope that everyone who is pursuing nursing just for the money falls into the category of new grads that can't find a job since...

  6. Everyone wants to be a nurse...

    SlaveHeart replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    Wait, I thought the nursing shortage was a myth. Is the myth over and the shortage

  7. Failed CNA skills Exam: Appeal results?

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

    Skills party! Get together with three or four other people from class, write all the skills down and draw them from a hat. Make sure to time each other so you can feel some pressure. Make sure there...

  8. What to expect on PM shift?

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

    I totally understand that lung sounds and heart sounds are outside of the scope of a CNA, I was just wondering if it is possible to observe the sounds or if that takes up too much time. Of course I...

  9. How long does it take to become a CNA after nursing foundations course...

    SlaveHeart replied to Tinkx RN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am not positive but I think that once you complete the first term of nursing school you are eligible to become a nurse tech with a site approved by your school. I am not sure if that applies to LPN...

  10. What to expect on PM shift?

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

    I really appreciate the replies! Hearing about the subtle differences in the shift and how experienced CNAs approach them is giving me a bit to brainstorm and anticipate on a 2nd shift. So far what...

  11. What to expect on PM shift?

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

    future: that is the exact detailed response I was looking for! Thank you. By giving showers do you take the residents to the shower room and clean them yourself. Or is there typically a shower CNA...

  12. Tips for Securing First CNA Position?

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

    Keep applying to LTCs don't just do online applications go to the facilities and be super nice and polite and have a professional looking resume. If you just want a job to get some work history apply...

  13. New CNA!! Need JOB!!

    SlaveHeart replied to lizol25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Have you just applied online or have you walked into each and every LTC in your town and handed them a nice resume on professional resume paper and told them thank you for reviewing your online...

  14. LTC wont' hire me!

    SlaveHeart posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Ugh I am getting so jaded and I haven't even found a job yet, lol. I have my CNA in a different state and have applied for reciprocity here. I was told over the phone that I could apply for positions...

  15. LTC wont' hire me!

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

    Oh I wish I could work weekends but I am a single mom with two kids in daycare that is only open during weekdays and I have no relatives close enough to watch

  16. LTC wont' hire me!

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

    So the home health agency called me in today to assign me shifts. When I got there the lady told me they had weekends open and that was it! I specifically said I was only able to work on weekdays or a...

  17. Should I keep looking for a CNA job or go to LVN school?

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

    It's soo not working out! I found a group of university students that want to rent a house for only 9 months so when I called my landlord to ask about how to sublet to them they said 'we don't approve...

  18. Should I keep looking for a CNA job or go to LVN school?

    SlaveHeart posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I just got accepted to a LVN progra at a school that told me I would not be accepted because twenty studnts would have to turn down their spots since it is a first come first serve waitlist. Each year...

  19. Just accepted into LVN program that starts next Monday!

    SlaveHeart posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I can't believe I was accepted as it is a waitlist first come program and I was specifically told a month ago that I would not be accpeted as twenty people would have to turn down their spots and that...

  20. Just accepted into LVN program that starts next Monday!

    SlaveHeart replied to SlaveHeart's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have a plan but it doesn't seem to be working out! My mom had promised me that she would let me use her Prius to commute to nursing school so I told her how my car was not running well and I needed...

  21. I'm currently a caretaker, with no college or nursing experience.

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

    Check out financial aid at your nearest community college. You might be able to take a couple pre requisite classes online but most sciences have to be done in person. You could always take classes...

  22. Anyone NOT feel like they got hit by a truck?

    SlaveHeart replied to Glycerine82's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    So I haven't worked a 12 as a CNA but I used to as a waitress when I would have to cover for other girls. My key to not feeling like crap was to stop and stretch. Like take an extra minuet each time I...

  23. Just accepted into LVN program that starts next Monday!

    SlaveHeart replied to SlaveHeart's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Ugh my landlord says they don't approve sub leases so I would be responsible for the remainder of my lease! I called after finding two girls that are moving here this weekend for the private U and...

  24. Just accepted into LVN program that starts next Monday!

    SlaveHeart replied to SlaveHeart's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks I'll check out that link. I'm trying to find a subletter for my place since there are a lot of people moving here for school in the next couple of weeks. There are two private universites that...

  25. Should I keep looking for a CNA job or go to LVN school?

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

    Thanks rivershark! Everyone on this board is so motivational. Over on the LPN/LVN board the gals are being super snarky to me! I know I can move if I just motivate myself to get 'er