Jallen21791 CNA

Jallen21791 has 4 years experience as a CNA.

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1. Should I exit the LVN program and start the ADN program?

   Jallen21791 posted a topic in General Students

   Hello everyone, This past May I began term 1 of a 3 term LPN program. I missed the ADN program by .50 points (ADN was always the primary goal). I reapplied and results are expected in 2 weeks. I anticipate an acceptance as I have strengthened my...

2. Burned out on Dialysis??

   Jallen21791 replied to PRChavez's topic in Urology

   Go PRN so you can still have a foot in the door but have the freedom to explore another speciality.

3. Sleep schedules

   Jallen21791 replied to Lissla's topic in Stress 101

   I think you may need to get some lab work done to check your levels. Are you anemic? You should aim for 7 hours of sleep. You may need to change your eating and physical fitness habits. Also, don't take your time getting up. When the alarm clock goes...

4. I need advice please! Urgent.

   Jallen21791 replied to patientbutterfly's topic in General Nursing

   I can't understand why all of you are being so catty about her saying urgent. One person made the point so move on. If she wants more than one degree why does it matter? It's her who pays the loans and is responsible

5. Facility out of ppe

   Jallen21791 replied to mamabear1's topic in CNA/MA

   What does your centers operating procedures say? I would certainly bring my concerns up to the DON

6. Adn Vs Bsn

   Jallen21791 replied to Schwabee524's topic in General Students

   Absolutely it is. Especially when you get in your final year and have clinicals assigned to you at any hour and you must attend them.

7. Help with shoes

   Jallen21791 replied to heronurse's topic in Uniform/Gear

   It depends on your feet. The only shoes that work for me being on my feet all day are Skechers Shape Ups.

8. Buying a new car for a new nurse ??

   Jallen21791 replied to gabriela1993's topic in General Nursing

   All you truly need are snow tires or studded tires. Now if your vehicle isn't equipped for the constant commuting then buy another car but tires are important. I live in Colorado where it snows 6-7 months out of the year. & you can buy brand new ...

9. IV insetion lab

   Jallen21791 replied to janejayne's topic in General Students

   I have yet to do an IV but I am actively employed as a phlebotomist at a plasmapheresis center where we infuse blood with anticoagulant and return red blood cells with saline infused at the end of the procedure. My advice would be to really feel the ...

10. CNA job for only 4 months?

    Jallen21791 replied to rachelj5594's topic in CNA/MA

    I totally agree with the other posters. Work as much as you can. Maybe consider going to part time or PRN when you begin courses if you feel comfortable. The longer the better for resume purposes be I've struggled with similar scenarios and you truly...

11. What was the best thing about CNA school?

    Jallen21791 replied to Vtachy1's topic in CNA/MA

    I can't quite say I loved CNA training at any point. The first time I took the course I had ladies in my classroom that I developed relationships with. The worst part would be the body odors in clinicals. Everything else was smooth sailing. What made...

12. Nurse aide student working towards becoming a PCT in Colorado

    Jallen21791 posted a topic in Technicians

    Im in the 4th and final week of my CNA course. I will be taking my state exam in 1 month. Beginning within the next 1-2 weeks I will be beginning both and EKG & Phlebotomy course which I should have done by the 1st week of June. Based off my unde...

13. CNA training at private college: my certificate being withheld

    Jallen21791 replied to chicsurfs's topic in CNA/MA

    You follow the chain of command and go above her head.Bring all supporting documents to indicate youve done all that is required of you.