jb2u

jb2u ASN, RN

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  1. why so mean?

    jb2u replied to johnsonprn2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just a note to remind everyone that no personal attacks are allowed. Please, debate the topic but refrain from any personal attacks. If you feel that someone is "out of line" then you may "report a...

  2. Break Time,or Releive Person!

    jb2u replied to buildingmyfaith57's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I believe that this is ok; however, some cna's will take a 15 min. break in the morning, 1 hour lunch, 15 min break in the eve., and 5 or so - 10 min "smoke breaks." This IS wrong and inconsiderate of...

  3. What's the difference?.....A little HELP please

    jb2u replied to PR3CIOUS22's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've worked as both a CNA and a CMA. CNAs assist the nurses. CMAs assist the doctor. So, CNAs learn about changing beds, giving baths, vital signs, feeding patients..stuff like that. Because Medical...

  4. cna colorado springs

    jb2u replied to simply's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In most states, you can start working as long as you get certified within four months of your date of hire. However, how likely it is that a facility will hire you before you pass the exam depends on...

  5. House - Is this what nurses do?

    jb2u replied to MT RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have no doubt that you know exactly what nurses do. However, when I say "everybody" needs to know what nurses do....I was talking about everyone that is unaware of what nurses do. According to...

  6. House - Is this what nurses do?

    jb2u replied to MT RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure which words were insulting.... The public does need to be educated on the role of the Nurse.(not insulting) Studies do show that Doctors do not even know what exactly the role of the...

  7. House - Is this what nurses do?

    jb2u replied to MT RN's topic in General Nursing

    Even though these shows are not "realistic," they do have a basis in reality. This is why people watch. People tend to believe the role that the actor is playing. Studies show that they do believe...

  8. Excelsior college need help

    jb2u replied to studytime's topic in Georgia Nursing

    You may want to try the distant learning forum. Good luck with your

  9. House - Is this what nurses do?

    jb2u replied to MT RN's topic in General Nursing

    To all of those posters that state, "it's just a t.v. show....." Consider the fact that, according to a survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the majority of Americans report...

  10. New York CNA's

    jb2u replied to bisson's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The school trains you and the state certifies you. A CNA is certified by the state, not the

  11. Calling All CNA's!

    jb2u replied to nightingale's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Click on this thread...Shift Report

  12. Georgia Perimeter College

    jb2u replied to nursinginga's topic in Georgia Nursing

    I agree that I do not know anything about GPC; however, as I stated, I think that maybe if the OP finds out what works for others then MAYBE it will work for the OP. I am sure that it is a tough...

  13. Pinning ceremonies...

    jb2u replied to MsBruiser's topic in Male Nursing Students

    The next year everyone must wear anything comfortable, receive a gift card to a hardware store and listen to our theme song, "Big Balls" by

  14. Georgia Perimeter College

    jb2u replied to nursinginga's topic in Georgia Nursing

    According to the Georgia Board of Nursing's website... in 2004 63 took the test and 63 passed...that's 100%. From the years 2001-2004 they have graduated almost 300 students and have an overall pass...

  15. Georgia Perimeter College

    jb2u replied to nursinginga's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Speaking as someone unfamiliar with GPC, I have some suggestions to offer. 1) After the professor goes over the "skill" and you watch the 80's video, practice, practice, practice the skill with a...

  16. Resident Abuse

    jb2u replied to TINKERBELL83's topic in General Nursing

    I assume that you are in WI. If so then here is the address to send in an incident report (should be within 7 days of the incident). Also, I will give you the link so that you can read the rules and...

  17. Pinning ceremonies...

    jb2u replied to MsBruiser's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Well, if you mean as a gift from your family then Yes; however, if you mean as a "gift" in place of a pin and lamp then No. I do not view the pin and lamp as a gift (ie: something giving). Instead, I...

  18. Am I right for this/is this right for me?

    jb2u replied to shadchan's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Unfortunately, this is one of the "bad parts" of being a cna. The job is intense and many times, just like the Nurses, we are understaffed. I say, just do the math. When I worked in a nursing home I...

  19. CNA to patient ratio

    jb2u replied to southwest's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have never heard of a cna to pt ratio. The fact is we are there for the NURSE and not the PATIENT. So, a cna to pt ratio does not really come into account. Everything a cna does is actually the...

  20. Can someone tell me more about being a CNA?

    jb2u replied to slou!'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    CNA's can work in hospitals, nursing homes, or home health care agencies. Some nursing homes will train you and pay for your certification. You can also go to a technical school for CNA. You need to...

  21. Break Time,or Releive Person!

    jb2u replied to buildingmyfaith57's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Rudness and unprofessionalism in any form frustrates

  22. Can someone tell me more about being a CNA?

    jb2u replied to slou!'s topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, it is helpful to work as a CNA before becoming a Nurse. Yes, you can work full-time, part-time, or prn (as needed). Your job will be to help the Nurse by doing the "basic" care so that he/she can...

  23. Interview tips

    jb2u replied to rlsmdb's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Good luck, I'll add a prayer for you

  24. Male Nurses/female Patients

    jb2u replied to ern91's topic in Men in Nursing

    Funny (or not so funny) thing happened a couple of days ago. I called maintenance because of a clogged sink in a pt's room. Well, maintenance man comes and in walks a female housekeeper with him. I...

  25. Pinning ceremonies...

    jb2u replied to MsBruiser's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Actually, powdered wigs have more of a historical significance than a professional significance. So, this is not really a good analogy; however, I see the point that you are trying to make. Have you...