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  1. I'm a CNA/GNA with the company. They pay 11.25 for orientation period and you get a shift differential once you're on full-time for the evening (11.50) and night (11.75) respectively. If you have...
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    CNA or RN?? Thinking of leaving university

    I agree. Stay on the RN path. I'm currently doing prerequisites for my BSN and just started a GNA/CNA position and I'm already having the "I-want-more-than-this" thought passing through my mind. Don't...
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    Cover Letter Advice Please

  4. I've been working in a long-term care facility now for 3 or so weeks, which, presently, is pretty soon to make an opinion. I was initially excited to finally work in healthcare while I'm in school and...
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    Where new CNAs can vent

    Thanks for the support. I'm heading in today with the mindset of it being a new day for better opportunities. Should I have the same issue I will handle it accordingly. Thanks
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    What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    Close friend named Sterilina. After two grandparents names fused. Was taunted about being sterile. Her dad and brother are basil and basil jr. Get son is Kiwone. Pronounced "kee-won" My moms friend...
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    CNA 90 Day Letter Confusion

    I had the same issue for my endorsement. I waited at least 3-4 months checking online status. I couldn't afford to fly or drive from out of state. I emailed the head of the nursing assistant team...
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    Working as a CNA before nursing school?

    Divatologist I'm so eager to get in your shoes. I'm a prenursing student in MD with hopes of a CNA/unit clerk position at either UMMC or Hopkins. I'm currently at Genesis with my first job as a GNA...
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    Relocating Considering UMSON

    My mistake that's for spring. Smoup is probably
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    Relocating Considering UMSON

    September 15 for Spring but fall may be February 1 Keep this link on hand.
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    Combative resident, help!!

    I'm also a new CNA and we have a few residents with dementia known to be combative. During the initial HR meeting the RN suggested a read a book called "Bathing Without a Battle." It also came with a...
  12. Thanks for the detailed explanation and suggestion. I'm in the exact position as the original
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    Staying in shape while going to school

    I started doing insanity workouts but now I'm started classes in the a.m and working fulltime 3-11pm as a CNA, bus ride home after midnight. Study. Sleep. I'm may have to modify my workout routine and...
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    4.0 Challenge!

    I'm just now getting back into school after a hiatus since 2010. I am currently working full-time as a Nursing Assistant (3-11p). This leaves me to only take class in the morning however possible....
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    A&P 1 Fall 2013

    I start A&P tomorrow and its not even the lecture. It's the lab and I'm ridiculously excited and ready to ace this. My first taste of the course back in high school. It was called Honors Advanced...
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    Genesis Healthcare CNA/GNA Hiring Process Lengthy???

    How do you like it thus far? I have an interview with the facility's DON
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    new to Maryland help!

    I FINALLY have my registered number. I had to email the administrator and everyone under her to get the boat moving. Had I done this two months ago I probably would have left my airline job by now. I...
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    new to Maryland help!

    Good point! I'm a flight attendant right now so I was fortunate to be able to fly over for free and hand it in personally. Update: so far I see my name on the list online. Finally. It just doesn't...
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    New CNA moving to Baltimore from Minnesota

    Thanks for the response! Update: I'm going to be in the Cherry Hill area close to the light rail system. I decided to take a few courses to at CCBC to bring up my GPA as well as complete prerequisite...
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    Aspiring PICU/NICU RN

    Hi I'm a 22y/o nonexperienced CNA (just got my certification endorsed) moving from out of state to attend nursing school then settle down in the Maryland area. Ultimately I want to get into...
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    Future PICU/NICU RN

    Hi I'm a 22y/o nonexperienced CNA (just got my certification endorsed) moving from out of state to attend nursing school then settle down in the Maryland area. Ultimately I want to get into...
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    new to Maryland help!

    I'm also in the endorsement process (for my CNA from Minnesota). I don't know if its different for the varied levels of nursing but I applied in February. I was sent a letter in the mail to be used as...
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    What kind of nurse do you want to be?

    I'm looking forward to becoming a neonatal nurse practitioner. Initially i wanted to be a pediatrician, after i got a shot and didn't cry for the 1st time lol (7y/o). But i had a a nudge in a...
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    From being a nurse to a flight attendant

    I took a break from my nursing studies (prerequisites for BSN) to be a flight attendant. It was great in the beginning. However,I've been working the job for almost nine months now and I'm already...
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    Job-Hunting as a CNA

    I live in the twin cities of Minnesota. Got my certification December 20th and waiting for my copy in the mail. I have applied to both like you did but I prefer hospital. Still awaiting replies. Home...