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  1. Does becoming a CNA help you if you want to become an RN?

    Jcgirl replied to Becca014's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    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

    Jcgirl replied to Mr Sacdiff's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sometimes you have to take in a little bit of

  3. If you are a CNA and work the night shift, is it possible to have tons of free time

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

    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

    Jcgirl replied to MommaTy's topic in General Students

    Onto my second term! Ugh. Have to repeat 1 class, but it's my own fault. At least it'll be

  5. Did being a CNA make you NOT want to be a nurse anymore?

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

    No. If anything being a STNA has made me want to work harder to further my

  6. Going to School & Working 3rd Shift (night shift)

    Jcgirl replied to laluxe's topic in General Students

    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?

    Jcgirl replied to goldenanchor's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    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. Is it ok to wear nail polish to a interview?

    Jcgirl replied to Bouncyball's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    as long as your nails are neat and professional, i don't see why

  9. Brand new CNA job, Discouraged, Depressed and Wanting to know, is this really normal?

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

    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?

    Jcgirl replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    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!

    Jcgirl replied to RN2BE93's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    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. Can you get a CNA job without attending a formal CNA program?

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

    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?

    Jcgirl replied to Mell101's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

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

  14. State test

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

    We had to wear

  15. How difficult was your CNA course?

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

    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!!

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

    Congrats! I start my classes

  17. will getting my lpn help?

    Jcgirl replied to TKeith8109's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    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?

    Jcgirl replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Im taking three online courses: A&P 1, General psychology, and med term. My classes started May 27 and end August

  19. Would I be able to handle Chem & Psych and get A's while working 25 hours per week?

    Jcgirl replied to nursingstudentsarah's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    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.

    Jcgirl replied to alynn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    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

    Jcgirl replied to kimberly48219's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Eastern Gateway Community College has a one year LPN, the cost is under

  22. My husband said...

    Jcgirl replied to stephanie.'s topic in General Students

    husbands sure are

  23. New CNA, first CNA job!

    Jcgirl replied to blwilliams10's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats!!

  24. Your cna class and clinicals

    Jcgirl replied to CNAkat31's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    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...

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

    That's awesome.