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  1. StanleyNickels

    Work Smells

    StanleyNickels replied to mstearns09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    OMG yes. I used to experience this everyday but after working in a LTFC for a year, I got used to it. Some esp. C.diff, gets me every time. I would smell that mess the whole day. As far as advice to...
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    Accepted!!!!!!

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

    Thank you. I applied to RCCC, Stanly and Gaston college in NC. All the best to you. When do you hear back from the
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    Accepted!!!!!!

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

    Congratulations!!!!! I hear back from them by the end of March.It is exciting to know you got in somewhere. May? that's too
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    Accepted!!!!!!

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

    Thanks again. All the best to you
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    Accepted!!!!!!

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

    Thank you!!! I still can't believe it. I almost gave up on nursing I couldn't take anymore
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    Accepted!!!!!!

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

    It is the most exciting thing.I can't stop smiling.:) Thank
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    I almost sent someone to the EMERGENCY ROOM. I'm so terrified!!

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

    The easy way to remember is when you're given a list of your residents, jot down a little something about the people you don't know anything about. Example, "C" for continence e.t.c. Ask the nurse or...
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    Stanly Community College Fall 2013 Nursing Students

    StanleyNickels replied to RN2BE83's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I wanted to know
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    Funny things patients say !

    StanleyNickels replied to TAM's topic in Nursing Humor

    Two days ago one of my residents offered me a hair brush and said, " brush your hair honey, you look more pretty with brushed hair." He made me laugh at my twist out. I had to change my hairdo. Today...
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    2014 Wage Survey For CNAs, Medical Assistants, HHAs, PCTs: Post Here!

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

    What is your job title (CNA, medical assistant, medication aide, HHA, PCT, PCA)? CNA Where are you located? Charlotte, NC What is your hourly wage? $9.50 Are you paid shift differentials? yes. $0.25...
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    What does your username mean?

    StanleyNickels replied to LifesAJourney's topic in Nursing Humor

    Well, my name is Mel and Malaika is Swahili for an angel. Looking after your patients kinda makes you a guardian angel...I guess
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    Dating former patient

    StanleyNickels replied to usnurse11's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you!!!!! I was thinking about the same thing too. don't do
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    When do your fall classes start?

    StanleyNickels replied to destrier's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    August 19th, I start with
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    I'm venting!

    StanleyNickels posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I had a very bad day at work yesterday. I work at a LTC facility where we usually have 18 residents per CNA, 2 showers and maybe 5 or more sets of VS. I went to work and was placed on an assignment...
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    I'm venting!

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

    I was out of work for a few months, applied everywhere but nobody called me back. But when my job called me, I didn't care how many residents I was going to be assigned. my pay rate is less than...
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    I'm venting!

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

    It happened at my job once. We had 22
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    I'm venting!

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

    It could be overwhelming at times. Esp having that this was my first CNA job...It was
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    I'm venting!

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

    @umbdude I understand I was at fault for yelling back at my resident. I reported the matter to my nurse and was told that that how the resident behaves. I'll sure be calm next time when dealing with...
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    I'm venting!

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

    Thank you so much. Knowing that I'm not alone makes me feel good. How many residents do you usually take care
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    August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    StanleyNickels replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Stethoscope..check, COFFEE...check....Night shift, here I
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    What to expect in Microbiology?

    StanleyNickels replied to Dezi919's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most interesting course I've taken so far. I agree with exactly what Cheripk said. I liked working with the microbes and all the microscopy side of it. Th problem is that I took micro over summer and...
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    Finally, I am an ICU nurse: CVICU

    StanleyNickels replied to sarahneeyah's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    congrats, but what does CVICU stand
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    The weirdness of taking Vitals Signs.

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

    oh wow I didnt know that. I usually counted for a whole minute.
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    TEAS failed 3rd time

    StanleyNickels replied to nomar24's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    Hey, if you've been studying the TEAS manual you should be fine. Do not spend too much time on one question because time goes by so quick. If you're taking or you've already taken A&P, that will...
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    TEAS failed 3rd time

    StanleyNickels replied to nomar24's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    Hey Ashton24, I feel you I took mine on the 18th and I failed on the reading section. The cut score was a 69% but I got a 62%. I passed my overall grade though. So, I have to retake in June that is;...