AspiringLPN2014

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1. new frustrated cna!..advice needed

   AspiringLPN2014 replied to CNA_Angl27's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Definitely stand up for yourself! Just finish what you can to the best of your abilities. Nursing homes are a 24 hour facility so whatever doesn't get finished, explain that to the aide coming on...

2. Decisions...Help!

   AspiringLPN2014 replied to AspiringLPN2014's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   There are 2 major hospitals in my area and they both utilize STs. I just hate that the wait list is so long for either program. I want to be in the OR sooner rather than later. If I went with the CST...

3. Decisions...Help!

   AspiringLPN2014 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   Sorry this is a long post but I'm confused with what route to take in my career. I'm currently a CNA but my passion would be working in the OR. My local CC has a Surgical Tech and ASN program but the...

4. Decisions....Help!

   AspiringLPN2014 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Sorry this is a long post but I'm confused with what route to take in my career. I'm currently a CNA but my passion would be working in the OR. My local CC has a Surgical Tech and ASN program but the...

5. CNA's - What hours do you work?

   AspiringLPN2014 replied to VagusX's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   I currently work 4 days a week FT 3-11pm. This includes working EVERY weekend since May! Next month, I'll be switching to NOCS 11-7am 5 days a week working every other weekend. I'm so glad to get some...

6. Is it time to move on???

   AspiringLPN2014 replied to AspiringLPN2014's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   This is what's really making me question if I should stay at this facility or not. I wouldn't call myself a weak person but I don't do well with conflict and I feel as though bullying isn't something...

7. Is it time to move on???

   AspiringLPN2014 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Are there red flags in particular that right away makes you feel as if you should start looking for a new job? For me it's inflexible scheduling, rude management, and never having enough supplies that...

8. Just Passed NCLEX-Pn with 85 questions

   AspiringLPN2014 replied to Cathy_Pn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Congratulations!!!!

9. Any CNA's out there want to answer a few questions?

   AspiringLPN2014 replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   What state do you live in? Ohio How long have you been a CNA? 6 months How long did it take you to find your first job? A week How much do you make? $10.50 base + $1 shift differential What is your...

10. CNA starting wage?

    AspiringLPN2014 replied to nowayis's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My first cna job was back in sept 2013 and I started at $9.50/hr in LTC! I'm located in SW Ohio but that was too much work for such little pay! Second job I made $11/hr in LTC/Rehab. I recently was...

11. 2014 Wage Survey For CNAs, Medical Assistants, HHAs, PCTs: Post Here!

    AspiringLPN2014 replied to TheCommuter's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What is your job title? STNA Where are you located? Southwestern Ohio What is your hourly wage? 11.50 hr Are you paid shift differentials? Yes $1 evenings not sure if nights gets more or not What...

12. First CNA Job

    AspiringLPN2014 replied to AspiringLPN2014's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If I perform well enough, I hope to get a raise at my 90 day evaluation. I don't mean to make it seem like all I'm worried about is money but times are

13. First CNA Job

    AspiringLPN2014 replied to AspiringLPN2014's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work at a ltc facility in Ohio. We have no shift differentials. I hope to be there for at least a year and move on to a

14. First CNA Job

    AspiringLPN2014 replied to AspiringLPN2014's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you! So far it's going very well. I'm very grateful that I have the opportunity to work in the field I love so much. No other job has given me this much satisfaction

15. How long was your orientation?

    AspiringLPN2014 replied to bh93's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My orientation will be 4 shifts 12 hrs