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  1. Missingyou

    Getting frustrated job searching

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

    Generally,but not always, hospitals require 6 months of long term care experience before they will consider you. Could be why you are having so much trouble. I work in LTC and have never heard of...
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    Shifts and Flexibility

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

    It is highly unlikely, but not impossible to find a 9-5 sort of shift. I have been doing this for over 20 years and have never seen a 9-5 shift or ever heard of a facility being flexible enough long...
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    Quitting first CNA job

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

    It generally takes a good solid month in LTC to get the hang of things. It probably would have gotten easier for you eventually but, if the facility isn't a good one, you will never be able to really...
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    Passive Range of Motion

    Missingyou replied to Angela89's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    When studing, actually DO them on family,friends and anyone else you can. Saying out loud each one and each step as you do it will help it go in. When you can't get anyone to help you, go them on...
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    Question about assisting patients on the toliet

    Missingyou replied to futurenurse567's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree with the other people who posted a response. I'd add: If you have to support the weight of the resident, then they will be a 2 person assist (or some sort of mechanical lift)and you will need...
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    24 hour shift as a CNA

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

    I did one 24 hour shift in a private home years ago. I was allowed to sleep between the hours of 10pm and 6am. During those hours I was asleep I was paid less. I had to be available to wake up and...
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    CNA state test

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

    Sorry. That's a bummer that you didn't pass. If it will make you feel better, some people who give the test can be more strict then others. I've heard of people failing a skills test 2x's with the...
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    CNA 8 hours

    Missingyou replied to Cmgregor0007's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try a home care agency. You can basically choose your
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    Will every CNA get injured at one point?

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

    There is always the chance...but if you take care of yourself and pay attention to how you move and lift, the chances are much less. I can't tell you how many times I see the younger CNA's on my unit...
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    Brand New CNA

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

    ~Speed comes with experience. ~Until then, Keep chit chat to a bare minimum it eats up time alittle bit at a time., be organized! ~When you go into change one resident, instead of pulling out 1 brief...
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    Pediatric CNA

    Missingyou replied to ksw1978's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I all of my 20 plus years of being a CNA I've never heard of anyone working with pediatrics. The job opportunities are rare. I wouldn't get your hopes up too much. Especially if you are a new
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    Difficult resident and charged nurse

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

    In every facility where I've worked, we were not allowed to wear gloves (clean or dirty) in the hallway. As far as dirty linen cans being out in the hallway, we were required to put the dirty items...
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    Can a shy person be a good CNA?

    Missingyou replied to Angela89's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Your shyness will actually help you be a better CNA. It will allow you to be a better listener. Most of the time, if you work in a nursing home, you will have very little time for chatting with your...
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    CNA with ADHD

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

    Well, since you don't say the reason why you were fired here, all I can sugguest is that at your next job interview, if they ask, just be honest. Tell them what happened and what you learned from it...
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    Full time CNA and ONCAll at hospital trying to study for nclex PN

    Missingyou replied to nursey909's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you don't let go of one job, you will loose them all AND you won't pass the NCLEX. I think it's crazy to put yourself through all that. At least wait until you pass your test before taking on a per...
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    Should I apply for this hospital position?

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

    It will only cost you some time, so why not. If you get an interview, you can get your questions answered as far as what the schedule is and so forth. Who knows, you still have a year before you go to...
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    Post-interview agonies

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

    It really is all in how you approach it and how you think about it. Rather than think a job interview as just them interviewing you....think of it as an opportunity for YOU to get to know them. Think...
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    Can I Survive Off Of Certified Nursing Assistant Salary? Opinions & Stories Please!

    Missingyou replied to FuturePedsNurse92's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you just have to provide for yourself, yes, you can manage to have a decent apartment and live comfortably. You will probably never have "extra" or "money to burn", but if you manage your money...
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    I take my test tuesday! So nervous!

    Missingyou replied to laylayluv90's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I didn't! Just breathe. You got
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    Do you need a HHA to work as a Home Health Aide or is CNA certificate enough?

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

    In Rhode Island, a HHA does NOT need to be certified. A nurse will just give you the basics of hand washing etc. HHA are paid less than a CNA. HHA do not provide any patient care. No hands on. They...
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    Don't.want.to burn bridges....cna lvn???

    Missingyou replied to nursey909's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'd go with the new job offer. You won't burn bridges if you give 2 weeks notice. If you can't give 2 weeks notice write a nice/professional resignation letter thanking them for the opportunity........
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    Rudeness: Is this normal?

    Missingyou replied to Heaven-Leigh's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What you experienced is somewhat "normal" but that doesn't mean it's acceptable. I agree with Barb. It should be reported at the very least to an ombudsman. Here's a link to find one for your state....
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    Interviews suck.

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

    I still think it may have been because of the relative. It may have been overlooked on the application. You can always call them and ask about their policy OR ask your relative to verify the policy...
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    Got a new PCT gig!

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

    I bet once you complete the orientation, you will feel more
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    Prometric, cna program

    Missingyou replied to Hello_kitty88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was given paperwork to contact Prometric. I HAD to call them and make the