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    Cna question

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

    Go for it. As I remember, there is the way they teach you in CNA training & then there is the real world. You will get real life training at any place when you are hired once you pass the test....
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    what do CNAs do in assisted living homes

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

    It depends on th e facility. I've worked at assisted living facilities that were memory care and it was basically the same as a nursing home only decorated prettier. I've also worked ALF where my...
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    Still a PPE shortage?

    Missingyou replied to Missingyou's topic in Disaster Preparation

    So, I just read on 3M website, a company that makes N95 masks, As of June 2020 they have tripled their production of masks to 95 million a MONTH. A third of which are going to other
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    KN95 mask?

    Missingyou replied to guest1143647's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I was wondering the same thing. From the very beginning of wearing KN 95 masks in my long term care facility we, as CNA s, are going into patient rooms caring for " actively positive patients" rooms...
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    CNA resident fall

    Missingyou replied to kyle33's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Falls are going to happen, you can't be every where watching everyone. Residents will fall even if you are right next to then assisting them. The first fall wasn't your fault. The second one well,...
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    CNA's always on their cell phones

    Missingyou replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It does include ALL staff in all departments. 100%. In my 9 years at the facility, no one to my knowledge has been fired for having a cell phone (no one tested the policy) one person was fired for...
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    CNA's always on their cell phones

    Missingyou replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    At the LTC I work at, you will NEVER see a cna on their cell phone.....EVER. That's because if we are caught with a cell phone or any other electronic device while on the schedule we will be fired on...
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    Overwhelmed, inexperienced CNA advice

    Missingyou replied to Reese Nurse's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    OMG. Run, don't walk from that place! First, 13 patients should have been about your max amount. If there is no care plan on the patient to outline the care needed, you should not be giving care as it...
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    New and feeling discouraged (vent)

    Missingyou replied to guest1135604's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    LTC is very busy. I forget things too & I've been doing it for more than 20 yrs. I have a notebook & sometimes I forget to look at it! It takes time & practice & it takes longer than 3...
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    Got a coaching write up and being eye balled

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

    If you worked 4.5 years at a hospital without complaints of your work, & now you suddenly have issues tells me that your new co-workers are probably pretty stressed out & taking it out on you....
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    Why do RNs choose to work in nursing homes?

    Missingyou replied to usethehaldol's topic in General Nursing

    I choose to work in LTD because I get to know my residents, can predict their needs, know what works & doesn't work for them. Most importantly, I learn about the person, connect with them &...
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    CNA termination

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

    In a situation like a hip fracture I try to plan brief changes around Times when pain meds are well in their system rather than when they are almost due for them. Get good at tucking the brief under...
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    Feeling Frustrated

    Missingyou replied to GhostGal1996's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Well, it may not seem right to take the pendant away from her if she plays with it or constantly turns it on but, think of it this way, the boy who cried wolf too often was eventually ignored. By...
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    How Much Experience is Enough?

    Missingyou replied to GhostGal1996's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No harm in trying! I've heard generally 6 months long term care experience. I've also heard of cna being hired directly out of training. Like the poster above said, it just
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    Air fresheners making exam room smell worse? HELP!!

    Missingyou replied to Savvy17's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I use those small spays that you find at Wal-Mart in with the candles. There are various scents and cost around $2. One squirt is plenty and not over powering. I must warn you tho, if you use the...
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    New CNA needing help with time management and arrogant co workers

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

    Pay attention t those who are being kind and offering helpful advice. Ignore those who scold you for things that go against your training and instinct. You may even have to speak up for yourself. A...
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    Feeling Frustrated

    Missingyou replied to GhostGal1996's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've never seen these pendants your talking about but, I do know that someone with dementia probably would play with it not knowing what it's for. I wonder if labeling it somehow is doable? Even just...
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    CNA: Nursing Home to Home Health...a wise move?

    Missingyou replied to Alexis914's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Home care pros: One on one Usually easy care. Less physically demanding but, not always. If you are in school, sometimes there is study time. Flexible schedule You often spend more time cleaning house...
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    CNA termination

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

    When I orientate a new CNA, I always tell them there is the way you learned in class & then there is the real world. There are short cuts you MUST take in order to get decent care done for all...
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    Inclement weather conditions...mandatory to work?

    Missingyou replied to 8Lovenursing8's topic in General Nursing

    I have learned in my 25+ years of working in a variety of healthcare settings that the facility will do what they feel is best for the facility. ...and not only expect but, require you to do the...
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    DON discontinued CNA shift change reports

    Missingyou replied to tcarb014's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    While I agree with you, it's a good idea to do as directed by the
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    Overwhelmed at new CNA job - wanting to quit already

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

    It really can be overwhelming. It will take time. Once you get to know your residents and find some sort of routine, things will flow more smoothly. It can take about a month to get a routine down. I...
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    There just isn't any reason

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

    Not yet
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    Entry level CNA (first job)

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

    Wear scrubs with lots of pockets to stash everything, paper, pen, A&D packets, garbage bags, and anything else you grab on a trip down the hall to save yet another trip down there! Drink lots of...
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    CNA brain templates

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

    Just bring a note pad & pen with you when you are training in the position. Carry it with you and jot yourself notes as needed. I think, in your mind you are making it more difficult &...