jb2u

jb2u ASN, RN

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  1. Difference between CMA & RMA

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

    According to the American Association of Medical Assistants.... The CMA (AAMA) represents a medical assistant who has been certified by the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical...

  2. Difference between CMA & RMA

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

    When I was a CMA the only diff between CMA and RMA was the organization that you tested through. I would not think that things have changed since

  3. Hospital versus LTC...

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

    What I liked about LTC...you get to KNOW the residents. They are wonderful!!! The stories they tell, and the life they have lived!!!! What I did not like about LTC...a LOT of total cares. It is...

  4. Can non-licensed person start an IV?

    jb2u replied to carol72's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    IV starts are not about medication delivery. The reason unlicensed personnel may do phlebotomy sticks but not IV starts is because the IV stays in longer. This is a bigger risk for infection if the...

  5. Tacoma Community College Nursing Program Class of 2010

    jb2u replied to FionaSophia's topic in Washington Nursing

    I made this thread a "sticky" for you all. This way it will always be at the top for you. Enjoy and thank you for participating here at

  6. Georgia Perimeter College

    jb2u replied to nursinginga's topic in Georgia Nursing

    to all posters: just a friendly reminder to stay on topic and to debate the topic and not each other. personal attacks are against the terms of

  7. Can a HIV person work as a C.N.A

    jb2u replied to Taxminia0311's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    According to the terms of service for this website, seeking legal advice is not allowed. It would be best to address this concern with a

  8. Pregnancy discrimination

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

    friendly reminder:as per the terms of service for this website, seeking legal advice is not allowed. thread is closed due to

  9. GA Nursing Roll Call

    jb2u replied to jb2u's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Welcome to

  10. Little Pay

    jb2u replied to lovelyred24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I survived by not having any luxuries and applying for student loans. I kept doing it because my goal was to become a nurse, and the hours fit my school schedule. Plus the experience can not be...

  11. Is Disability A Limitation In Cna/nursing?

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

    I know of a nurse that only has one arm. She had to "prove" that she could do the necessary nursing duties using her arm and her prosthetic arm. I also know someone that worked with a nurse that is a...

  12. experienced CNAS give advice pls!

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

    You should always ask for help, when needed, and give help, when you

  13. What does a CNA REALLY do?

    jb2u replied to cz890's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would read the nurse practice act for your state, if I were you. The nurse practice act will also tell a nurse what he/she CAN delegate. My hospital can train me, as a nurse, to do minor surgery....

  14. Snapped at a nurse student last night, she had a bad case of Nursitis

    jb2u replied to Tony1790's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm not sure the situation, but many times nursing students are not allowed to do certain tasks. At times, nursing students are "in training" to not only be a provider of patient care, but also, to...

  15. Calling All CNA's!

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

    Welcome Marie. The cna forum was created in the student forum because that seemed like the best place to put it. We have a lot of student nurses working as a cna. The cna forum is still a "new" forum....

  16. Joseph Still Burn Center

    jb2u replied to babybluefeather's topic in Georgia Nursing

    I guess if you like burns you would like the burn center. I don't hear too many people praise the hospital itself, but the burn center is praised. I do not work for doctor's hospital and I do not like...

  17. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    I truly wish you all the best!!! You will do it!!! Regards,

  18. New from Florida with Questions

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

    My guess is that you will need your immunization record. The good part is your school that you graduated high school from should have your records on file, or at least the health dept. I would suggest...

  19. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    good luck missy120808!!!

  20. Working Privately??

    jb2u replied to aundrea543's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There are a couple things to consider. First, will you be doing this as a business? You would then need a business license and insurance to protect yourself from being sued, right? I'd say that filing...

  21. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    Good luck tomorrow. I hope you enjoy your clinical. Keep us posted!!!

  22. What is CNA orientation/training like??

    jb2u replied to Labor&DeliveryRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Orientation length will vary from facility ot facility. They should have told you how long your orientation will be. It should be at least two weeks. I wouldn't view it as someone watching you!! It's...

  23. Taking the CNA Plunge

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

    I know it sounds cliche, but you really just can't quit!!! Always look at the bright side. I am positive that in almost any situation, no matter how bad, there is a bright side. It is easier said than...

  24. Whats the written portion of CNA exam like and

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

    The written portion is "A,B,C,D" and is very basic quetions. "When you walk in a room and see a resident crying, do you A) tell her to stop crying, B) tell her only babies cry, C) allow her to express...

  25. Wish me luck!!

    jb2u replied to dee78's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Good