Jcgirl

Jcgirl

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  1. For me personally being a STNA has helped me in my adventures into becoming a RN. I've picked up quickly in a few of my classes simply because I've been exposed to a few things. Not to mention being...
  2. The Joys of CNA Work

    Sometimes you have to take in a little bit of
  3. I am currently working 3rd shift at a LTC, if there is downtime, it doesn't last long between answering lights, either "my" or my co-workers. Between rounds, lights, books, there really isn't much...
  4. Class of 2015

    Onto my second term! Ugh. Have to repeat 1 class, but it's my own fault. At least it'll be
  5. No. If anything being a STNA has made me want to work harder to further my
  6. I work 10:30pm-7am, 8:30am classes three days. In between there I'm running kids to school. It's hard at first, start a routine and you'll be golden. Sleep when you can, if I work a 5 day stretch, I...
  7. Any other students who are mothers?

    That's me! school full time, work full time (midnights), a 16 month old and an 8 year old, a hubby, two cats, and a house. It's rough, but worth it. Make a schdule and stick to
  8. as long as your nails are neat and professional, i don't see why
  9. Being a CNA in a LTC setting is rough. Care cards will be your best friend, read them and follow them. They are there to cover your
  10. CNAs, do you like your job?

    I do enjoy being a CNA. I like the work, enjoy the residents, and am glad to get my feet wet. I have a great night team, we work together well and get things done. I know I can count on my co-workers...
  11. Help with finding CNA job!

    I'm not going to low, working in a LTC can be sad, but it's all what you make of it. My residents can be so sweet, and are very thankful for all you do. Find a good company to work for, that too will...
  12. Some places around here all hire you at a very low rate as a student. I think by law in Ohio (I could be wrong) you have to get certified by 4
  13. How many scrubs do you own?

    6 tops and 4 bottoms. I really need a few more sets
  14. State test

    We had to wear
  15. How difficult was your CNA course?

    My CNA course was 10 days and easy peasey. There's a lot of reading, but a lot of the course is basic common sense. The clinicals were a little rough, mainly because at the facility I did my clinicals...
  16. Passed ny Cna exam while pregnant!!

    Congrats! I start my classes
  17. will getting my lpn help?

    Everyone's situation is different. I'm doing the LPN route because it's better for myself and my family. Plus my LPN program is around 6k, which saves me some
  18. What classes did/are you take/taking for Summer?

    Im taking three online courses: A&P 1, General psychology, and med term. My classes started May 27 and end August
  19. My psych class is online and very easy. I like the flexibility of being able to study and do
  20. 30+ club! Lets do this together.

    31 here! Married, two kids, house...the whole sha-bang. I'll be a CNA next month, this month I'm finishing my pre-reqs, and as long as I pass the teas, I start my LPN program in the
  21. Looking for LPN schools in Michigan/Ohio

    Eastern Gateway Community College has a one year LPN, the cost is under
  22. My husband said...

    husbands sure are
  23. New CNA, first CNA job!

    Congrats!!
  24. Your cna class and clinicals

    I start my program in June. I'll be attending a 10 day program from 7:00-3:30pm at a local LTC facility. The course was
  25. Think I might've found my dream job...

    That's awesome.