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  1. Missingyou

    Should I get 6 mo-1 yr experience before applying for hospital?

    Missingyou replied to mee9mee9's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Plan to put in AT LEAST 6 months in LTC before getting into a hospital. You can continue to apply while working your 6 months in LTC. It's better to at least start "paying your dues"/"doing your...
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    Medical Assistant Average Pay in Mid-Atlantic Area?

    Missingyou replied to Brooke2009's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm on the east coast and have 2 friends that are MA and have not be able to find employment even with Phlebotomy. One has given up the search (after 2 yrs looking)and works in a group home with...
  3. Missingyou

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

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

    What state do you live in? Connecticut How long have you been a CNA? 20 years How long did it take you to find your first job? Don't remember, but it didn't take long! How much do you make? Currently...
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    Advice making a decision between two job offers

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

    yes, take a look at the facilities rating with the state. You can google nursing homes as if you were looking for care for a loved one. It will show you the states rating. A facility with a low rating...
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    Should I become a CNA

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

    I've been doing it for about 20 yrs and I love my job. Yes, you can work part time. You can even do home care which is for the most part, as many or as few hours you want...it is, however, nothing...
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    Whats a good 1st CNA job/location in Arizona?

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

    Any nursing home. After 6 months experience in a nursing home you will be able to go almost anywhere. Couldn't say the same for assisted living or home care. And most hospitals won't hire a new CNA...
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    Nursing Assistant... My Thoughts

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

    Some of the things you type you simply can't change. Co-workers, administrator etc can be difficult. It is what it is. It probably won't change no matter what kind of job you do. BUT, You do seem to...
  8. Missingyou

    home health aide - what to do during down time!

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

    Some agencies(and depending on each client) there may be a list of chores that need to be done if the client is asleep. Even still, you will probably still have lots of down time! This is one reason...
  9. Missingyou

    Why should there be a certification to be a nursing assistant?

    Missingyou replied to giraffe4's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Years ago, it used to be that way...aides in LTC didn't need to be certified. Apparently that didn't go over so well which is why we are required to be certified by the state and not just "trained"...
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    CNA's- Is there anything you did to make more money??

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

    Dialysis tech is something I thought about and looked into. It's more responsibility and can be just as hectic but not as back breaking. Then there is home care. Never know for sure what your schedule...
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    Should I just quit nursing?

    Missingyou replied to MikeDee1234's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Don't be discouraged! All those things that you mentioned...forgetting that you had a resident half undressed, not knowing what a resident is specifically asking you to do, those things are all very...
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    Scrubs for NC CNA exam?

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

    Wear scrubs if you have them. Wear something comfortable AND professional if
  13. Missingyou

    Should I call protective services?

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

    I would advise AGAINST "getting the families to complain", it will backfire on you. I know from experience that assisted living is alot of work. Nursing homes are also alot of work. More than what any...
  14. Missingyou

    Cna in pediatrics advice

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

    If you are counting on working as a CNA in pediatrics, I think you will be very disappointed. It is highly unlikely that you will work in pediatrics, ESPECIALLY as a new CNA! Doesn't matter that you...
  15. Missingyou

    new CNA first job 9 residents

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

    9 residents is actually low, especially in an residential setting! It is typical to have AT LEAST 10 and most often (short staff which happens more often than not) 12-15 residents. Chin up. it really...
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    15 hour shift question, PLEASE HELP!!

    Missingyou replied to nursentraining2016's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This is a very good indication of what the working conditions are like. It seems that this is a place that is ALWAYS short staff and you will be forever working short and being mandated to...
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    First step in finding a job: RESUME!

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

    As far as the skills list part. No, you don't need to list ALL the skills that you can do as a CNA. The person hiring you knows what a CNA can do. Unless you can do other things that might be helpful...
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    Hands around neck when moving

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

    In my CNA class we were trained to have the resident (if they were in a sitting position & transferring) put their arms around our neck. We were told NOT to do this if they were lying in bed and...
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    Getting pay by the goverment

    Missingyou replied to nataliewalsh4's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My experience has been no. His insurance (government or otherwise) will NOT pay family to provide care, RN, CNA or otherwise. The home care agency that you do work for will also likely have a policy...
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    New CNA First Job Nightmare

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

    I agree, hang in there! A month really isn't that much time for getting into the swing of things at any LTC, especially for a brand new CNA. Another thought: There are assisted living homes. Depending...
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    New Virginia CNA having no luck

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

    Try home care agencies. They don't pay as much usually, and the hours are sometimes inconsistant BUT, you can work there AND still be looking for steady work while getting some "experience". The...
  22. Missingyou

    Can no longer take LTC job?

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

    All LTC's are NOT the same! I work in an awesome one where we are sometimes short staff, but we all pull together. We (the CNA's and nurses) work together. We have shower aides and therapy aides,...
  23. Missingyou

    Entry level CNA resume

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

    ...yeah, I really don't think you need to hire anyone to do your resume, especially if you have little to no experience. ...and don't let those ads that are asking for "experienced only" scare you...
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    Panic mode! help with keeping up on my assignments...

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

    my first solo day I thought "WHAT DID I GET MYSELF INTO!!!?" It really does take time, you will get the hang of it. Go easy on yourself. The care plan will tell you everything important that you need...
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    I quit!

    Missingyou replied to JDZ344's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was a CNA for 14 years, then like you, felt I couldn't do it anymore and left for an unrelated field, swearing I'd never go back.....8 years later, I am back and loving my job once again. ...so you...