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  1. I'm the worst CNA they ever had

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

    As I'm sitting here. I am feeling the exact same way. I'm with a dementia patient who is living alone in an independent living apartment community. Her children hire home health aides for med...

  2. Help! What to wear for CNA State test?!?!

    PhillyRNtoBe posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm taking my PA CNA state test tomorrow and my class is arguing about what to wear and what not to wear. The Red Cross never addressed this but the letter for the testing site specifically states:...

  3. Aria, Gwynedd mercy, or Abington Dixion??

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to lowiegrl's topic in School, College Programs

    I don't think that you get to choose which sites you go to. I believe it depends on what class you are taking at that time, you must be with an instructor so the class goes together. Aria is fine if...

  4. Aria, Gwynedd mercy, or Abington Dixion??

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to lowiegrl's topic in School, College Programs

    I would stay away from Aria. I heard from someone who works there that they will be making changes that will negatively impact the Nursing program. Aria Healthcare system as a whole is having major...

  5. Advice for aide to help client with scalp and hair

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to PhillyRNtoBe's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    This is true, haha. I guess I'm going to have to talk to her family because there isn't much else I can do. I'm just worried about skin breakdown and infection. I don't want to be questioned about her...

  6. My Fibro

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    I think age is a major factor. I also think it depends on how healthy you are before/ during diagnosis. For example, Obesity + Fibro can take a severe toll on the body to the point of severe...

  7. My Fibro

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    I'm glad you clarified in your other post because at first when I read your first post it seemed like you were leaning towards the position that you didn't believe Fibro/ chronic pain disorders are...

  8. My Fibro

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    It also depends what area you live in. Some people may disagree if majority of their MS patients never behave the way you are describing. Are you located in the city, suburbs, small town? It makes a...

  9. My Fibro

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    I think there is a difference between drug addicts who know how to use a particular diagnosis to get what they want and people who actually suffer with chronic pain but have no intention of abusing...

  10. Another "Find Your Own Preceptor" Thread

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Angeljho's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    This is a very good point. You have no idea how many people just casually say, " Well why didn't you go to this school or that school?". Because I'm below the poverty line, mommy and daddy have never...

  11. Another "Find Your Own Preceptor" Thread

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Angeljho's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    That's fair. I understand your position better now. I actually agree, I personally feel that it's important to have psych experience as a RN or some sort of psych background (even if it's a min...

  12. Another "Find Your Own Preceptor" Thread

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Angeljho's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks for this. No, NETY is not my main concern at all. The quality of the NP programs are. I'm more concerned that people seem so unsure of NP students capabilities. I get that you need to be...

  13. Another "Find Your Own Preceptor" Thread

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Angeljho's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Would you be willing to share with future MHNP students what you typically look for and what are the issues you are having? Is it that you can only take on so many at a time? Or are you reluctant to...

  14. Another "Find Your Own Preceptor" Thread

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Angeljho's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    And this is why my entire family is begging me to become a Physician assistant instead of taking the NP route. I've ignored the naysayers and continue to pursue nursing but it's frightening to hear...

  15. I failed my preemployment drug test :/ what now...?

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Juankiters08's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    No, urine tests are a waste of time for drug screening. Blood tests on the other hand are not. I can't understand if an employer is serious about drug testing why do they even bother with

  16. Is this actually a HIPAA violation?

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Anonymous6578's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I'm sorry, I can't even imagine what you are feeling right now. So what does this mean exactly in terms of how it hurts your Nursing career? If you are on probation can you still complete the program?...

  17. Is this actually a HIPAA violation?

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Anonymous6578's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I think most of us were basing our opinion strictly on the OP's role in this, not every other student involved. The girl that originally texted the OP/study group may be questionable but as far as the...

  18. Is this actually a HIPAA violation?

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Anonymous6578's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    So basically, at the end of all this the student/patient was openly communicating with all of you via the one girl he told originally. I think that part of the story makes all the difference in this...

  19. What schools start transfer students as Juniors?

    PhillyRNtoBe posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was accepted into a program as a transfer but they begin clinicals sophomore year regardless of how many credits you have etc. I find this extremely frustrating but it is just the way it is, I know...

  20. Is this normal? Am I over reacting or just new with nerves? New HHA on Hospice case

    PhillyRNtoBe posted a topic in Home Health

    It's 2:30 am and I'm awake, literally losing sleep over a case I was sent on to cover for another Home Health Aide who called out today. I'm a very new Home Health Aide, I've been working for a month...

  21. Is this normal? Am I over reacting or just new with nerves? New HHA on Hospice case

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to PhillyRNtoBe's topic in Home Health

    Per visit? Ohh I see. I get paid hourly with an extra $1 for weekends. The CNA positions are hourly as well but they make several dollars an hour more than us. I can't really speak to how people are...

  22. Gwynedd Mercy Fall 2015 BSN

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Mommyoffive's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Traditional. I don't have a degree yet. I guess my info doesn't apply to you then,

  23. Is this normal? Am I over reacting or just new with nerves? New HHA on Hospice case

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to PhillyRNtoBe's topic in Home Health

    When I was hired I was not certified in anything. They knew that I went through a CNA class but I wasn't technically certified by the state yet. I was just certified couple weeks ago. I have been...

  24. Is this normal? Am I over reacting or just new with nerves? New HHA on Hospice case

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to PhillyRNtoBe's topic in Home Health

    I'm in PA, Philly specifically, we don't necessarily use the term Private Duty here or at least where I work. Honestly I've never heard of that term until I came here (on AN). My employer refers to...

  25. Gwynedd Mercy Fall 2015 BSN

    PhillyRNtoBe replied to Mommyoffive's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Wait, are you a transfer student? I'm transfering from a community college. After I received the first packet, I received a Transcript Evaluation print out of all the credits they accepted from my...