MommaTy

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  1. If a patient wants something but an RN says don't do it, whom do you follow?

    MommaTy replied to Naturally Brilliant's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    If the patient want's to use the phone, the patient can use the phone, unless they aren't allowed to because they will hurt themselves. You should not talk to the parents, but the patient can talk to...

  2. Considering becoming a CMA - questions!

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

    There are openings but here are some things for you to look at. Can you see yourself being a CMA and only a CMA? Do you want to further your career? If you want to do more than just a CMA someday...

  3. I am so worried about getting in, please HELP!

    MommaTy replied to TKeith8109's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Call your college and see if they have options for you called fresh start. My college has this. If you come back after a 3 year gap they will wipe those grades out of your GPA, they will still be on...

  4. How long was your CNA school?

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

    I did my CNA in high school. It was my junior and senior year. So 2 years long. We did 1 year LTC then 1 year hospital for clinical. But if you do it in college it's less time. I think 2...

  5. Advice for getting a CNA before nursing school

    MommaTy replied to TKeith8109's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Find out if it is required for your nursing program to have a CNA. At my school it isn't required but you had a better chance at getting in if you had your CNA. Our acceptance is based on a points...

  6. Mailed My Nursing School Application On Friday...

    MommaTy replied to acunnin4's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good luck :) I applied October 2012 and didn't find out until April 6th that I was accepted for the fall ADN program. I start September 3rd. I have a mandatory nursing orientation on May 29th from...

  7. I've been accepted!

    MommaTy replied to tbjockny's topic in General Students

    Congrats :) I know that feeling, I was accepted on April 6th for the fall ADN program

  8. Tablet for note taking?

    MommaTy replied to DaisyRenee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I plan on buying the otter box for it. My son has an iPad mini and that thing has protected it so many times. No scratches no dents and no broken glass

  9. Waiting to go to nursing school in January

    MommaTy replied to DomJo8's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I applied October 2012 didn't get my acceptance letter until April 6th. I will start my ADN September 3rd. My last class was August 2012. So, I just decided to work a lot while I can. Good luck to...

  10. I am currently taking prerequisites but how do I know which area ch area I would want

    MommaTy replied to FutureNurseGrad2016's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    During your clinicals you will see what areas you like or dislike pretty quickly :) Good

  11. Tablet for note taking?

    MommaTy replied to DaisyRenee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My orientation date is May 29th, they will tell us more then. I just got the letter stating the time and place and that we have to fill out our CORI/SORI forms and that the program requires an iPad....

  12. Not feeling anything at the sight of death

    MommaTy replied to Purple93's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    For me seeing the family upset is harder than seeing the patient pass. I've done it many times and I feel for the families during their

  13. The 6 year journey.

    MommaTy replied to Kvedaa's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm 27 have 5 kids. I didn't start my pre-reqs until 3 years after I graduated. I had 3 under 3 (children) when I started my pre-reqs for nursing. It took me 5 long years to finish my pre-reqs. I...

  14. Tablet for note taking?

    MommaTy replied to DaisyRenee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My nursing program requires an iPad (which is covered in financial aid thank

  15. How long does it take for an application to be reviewed?

    MommaTy replied to CCua's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thank you, and yes call, show them you are interested

  16. NCLEX-RN Tomorrow!!!!!!

    MommaTy replied to rgrajews's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What is the

  17. Got pinned today

    MommaTy replied to Mimi90RN's topic in General Students

    Congrats :) I can't wait to be in your shoes in 2

  18. can I practice in another state?

    MommaTy replied to RHill9919's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You have to transfer your license to another state. Usually a fee and some other requirements you need to meet. You have to check with the state you want to move to because all are

  19. How many hours do they give you?

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

    I currently work at a LTC facility as a CNA/unit secretary they are 8 hour shifts 7a-3p, 3p-11p, or 11p-7a. I will be leaving this position since it is only $12.00 an hour and going to the hospital...

  20. CNA vs MA

    MommaTy replied to DomJo8's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have been a CNA for 10 years and I was also cross trained as a medical assistant. You get more patient experience from CNA. If you are planning on doing school I don't think you should do MA, they...

  21. HELP :( really depressed about school lately.

    MommaTy replied to SoontobeNurseAshley's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't feel bad. Be proud of where you are. It took me 5 years to finish all my pre-reqs (I have 5 kids and work). I didn't even start college for 3 years after I graduated high school. I got...

  22. How long does it take for an application to be reviewed?

    MommaTy replied to CCua's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I filled out my application out, I heard back a week later. She then said she needed to call me back. After that whole week went by I called her back and she was like I'm interested lets set up an...

  23. How long does it take for an application to be reviewed?

    MommaTy replied to CCua's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    The hospitals near me take about 2 weeks. After one week you should call the HR department, they can tell you how long their process takes. If you filled your applications out online, you will get...

  24. Health Insurance

    MommaTy replied to kissesnhugs's topic in General Students

    Most schools require health insurance on full time students. Maybe not all, but most. Good

  25. Life Expenses in Nursing School?

    MommaTy replied to frenchtoastwaffles's topic in General Students

    I am a mom to 5 young children. I got accepted to the ADN program fall 2013. I have no choice I have to work part time as a PCT at the hospital 2 nights a week 7p-7:30a. We shall see how well it...