ZoeFrecn

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1. NCLEX July Test Takers

   ZoeFrecn replied to HarleyGrandma's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Oh, that makes sense. My brain is so fried after that test. Thanks for

2. NCLEX July Test Takers

   ZoeFrecn replied to HarleyGrandma's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Keep us

3. NCLEX July Test Takers

   ZoeFrecn replied to HarleyGrandma's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Hey guys, Quick question. I took my test today at 8am. Finished in 75 questions at 9:50am. I got the following email from Pearson at 10:15am: Now that you've completed the NCLEX Examination, we...

4. Clinical Shoes

   ZoeFrecn replied to GhostGal1996's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   A lot of people like Dansko shoes. They are slip on, black and easy to wipe down. They can be on the pricey side. What I did was buy a cheap pair of white tennis shoes. I made it through my CNA...

5. CNA certification exam

   ZoeFrecn replied to Palliative Care, DNP's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   To help prepare for the skills test portion of the CNA you can also go to youtube. They have videos demonstrating how to do all the skills that she could possibly be tested

6. Advice for San Diego,CA

   ZoeFrecn replied to JofAllTrades's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

   I'm sorry, I don't know of any healthcare positions (aside from admin) that don't require some type of licensure/training. If you are going to nursing school you'll probably want to lean towards...

7. Question about CNA vs PCT

   ZoeFrecn replied to magsp's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

   Patient care technicians (PCTs) are what they call CNA's in the hospital setting. In order to apply for PCT or CNA jobs you have to have your CNA license. Some PCT jobs require additional licensing...

8. Start career with CNA

   ZoeFrecn replied to Monkey9x's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   There are many benefits from working as a CNA 1. You increase your chances of getting into Nursing school. Many programs give points for experience as a CNA or flat out require it 2. It will help you...

9. CNA first than RN program?

   ZoeFrecn replied to bwimfutureRN's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   I agree with Laura_G, a lot of hospital hire within for their residency positions. Also, I recommend becoming a CNA if your program is very competitive. Many programs prefer applicants with CNA over...

10. CNA Weekends Only

    ZoeFrecn replied to FUTURERN1997's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most people in nursing school prefer per diem schedules. Per diem means you have to pick up 5 shifts a month with two of them being weekend shifts, though it can vary from hospital to hospital. I work...

11. New CNA Advice

    ZoeFrecn replied to FutureNICURN93's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    First of all, congratulations. My first job as a CNA was in a LTC facility. Most people find it stressful until they learn their residents routines, after that things become much easier. When you work...

12. Frustrated by "Classmates"

    ZoeFrecn replied to Dylan'sPet's topic in General Students

    You're definitely not alone in this! I've had a similar experience to yours in my Microbiology class. I had a classmate sit down and said ‘I heard you got an A on the last test, can you help me...

13. Should I talk to my manager about an RN?

    ZoeFrecn replied to omarosa47's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've worked with nurses who feel that it is beneath them, or not their job to do CNA work. It can lead to a toxic and unsafe work culture if is allowed to continue. Don't let nurses delegate tasks...

14. Nursing Supervisor is Inappropriate

    ZoeFrecn replied to Shelby, BSN, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm so sorry you had to go through this. No one should have to put up with any kind of harassment in order to not lose their job but its the reality of the world that we live in. However, this...

15. Teaching a CNA how to chart

    ZoeFrecn replied to NurseNicolexo's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I think there is a little confusion about nursing progress notes and charting. Just to clarify, I think NurseNicolexo is not talking about nursing progress notes, but charting. I think it's...