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  1. Missingyou

    Disgusting clinical site

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

    NORC - Locate an Ombudsman and State Agencies. :: Locate an Ombudsman This is where you can find out how to contact the ombudsman in your state. You do not have to give your
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    Year "OFF"

    Missingyou replied to smits150's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Your mother and boyfriend are right, most ppl who take "a year off school" to do whatever, even with the best intentions, don't go back. Life will get in the way and just make it harder. Think about...
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    forgets her friend died

    Missingyou posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I work in LTC. Rose and Mary have "mild" dementia & have been the best of friends and nearly inseperable for more than 2 years. Mary suddenly had a stroke and past away. Rose was told of Mary's...
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    CNA Interview

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

    I was asked something like "Mrs. Green is scheduled for a shower. She has dementia. She tells you that she is not going to shower today. What do you do??" What they are asking for is how would you...
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    competency test

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

    There should be a contact info number on your certificate. Contact that number and state that you failed the recert and would like to retest/retake the classes. Go over the head of the nurse. Go to...
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    Passed cna in Northern California

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

    Not "hospitals require 6 months training(bedside)!! .....it's hospitals require 6 months EXPERIENCE. There IS a difference between "training" and "experience" "Training" = learning/being taught, and...
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    Starting my first job as a CNA...offered two jobs. Need help deciding! :(

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

    Well, the 6-6 shift will include at least part of an overnight which means usually the pace is slower. Don't think you will be able to study during those down times, since most places forbid that sort...
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    Passed cna in Northern California

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

    HHA= Home Health Aide. Which is technically one step below a CNA. If it is your goal to work in a hospital, typically they want 6 months experience in a long term care facility (Nursing home)....
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    How is teamwork where you work?

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

    I work in an awesome nursing home. We all have great team work! If someone is finished with their work or has a few minutes, we go help another aide out by answering their call lights...etc. Yes, we...
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    Private duty

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

    Keep in mind that if you do private duty withOUT going through an agency (homecare)there are risks. If something should happen to that patient (fall) why they are in your care ,you can be sued by that...
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    Is it suppose to be this way?

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

    I have more than 20 years of experience. It does NOT have to be like what you deal with!!!! Yes, some places are like that and those are the places that you leave. In my experience, in places like...
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    nurse assistant facility to acute care

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

    I think you are asking if working at this new place will count towards the required work hours needed to keep your CNA. You can always ask the facility! Remember to keep up your required educational...
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    Should I work as a CNA?

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

    Just make sure that the hours that you will be required to work fits in with your school schedule. If your school schedule changes with each new semester, make sure you get an agreement with the...
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    Work as a CNA while in Nursing School?

    Missingyou replied to MomBak2Skool's topic in General Students

    My sister (as a new grad nurse)applied at a hospital that required 2 years RN experience even tho she had NO nursing experience. She did have 3yrs experience as a CNA in LTC. She got the job. You...
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    Is This Where I'm Going to Die?

    Missingyou replied to Career2_BSN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you for the
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    Why isn't anyone hiring in PA?

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

    Yes, just look up home care agencies in the phone book or online. That's a good start. Even if you only do home care for 6 months or even while you search for another job, it will look good on your...
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    CNA Training

    Missingyou replied to onlyme11's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Much of the class is common sense. If you do all the required reading, pay attention in class and do SOME studying, I think you will be fine. It's not rocket science and I don't think it's as...
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    Second career, age 49

    Missingyou replied to Nurse to be 49's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm 49 and although I've been a CNA for more than 20 yrs I've only been working in a nursing home for about 3 years and I love it. I was a bit sore at first. It can be a bit tough on the body, but my...
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    I would like to get some feedback about my issue

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

    It may be good for you to work as a CNA if you've never worked in the field before. You may even discover that you love being a CNA and may decide to make it a career rather than going on to getting...
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    Why isn't anyone hiring in PA?

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

    Try home care agencies. They are always hiring! They don't pay as much, but you will get some experience. You can also try assisted living facilities. Consider accepting a PRN position. It will get...
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    Cna becomg cpr certified?

    Missingyou replied to 5ummer's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In the nursing home where I work, only the nurses are required to have CPR. The CNA's, even if we have CPR certification, are not allowed to preform CPR on a
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    How to Pay for Tuberculosis and Hep B Vaccinations

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

    If you volunteer at a hospital/nursing home they are required to do the TB (also known as PPD skin test) test usually at no cost to you. Even if you commit to volunteering a few hours a week, it will...
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    Work Smells

    Missingyou replied to mstearns09's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    vicks vapor rub, in your nose. ....put a little of your fav chap stick in your nose. (sounds silly but works) ....a strong mint to suck on. ...wait a few months, then you won't even notice it once...
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    FUTURE CNA

    Missingyou replied to rebeccamatthews23's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Working in home care just doesn't give you the experience you need for working in a hospital. Hospitals can be fast paced. Home care, you almost always have just one client...maybe 2(a husband/wife)....
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    Restraint-free facility?

    Missingyou replied to reussir1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The LTC where I work is restraint free. No bed rails, the seat belts on chairs must be able to be removed by the resident.(belts have alarms when removed). No lap buddies. Not even the wc brakes are...