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  1. NCLEX July Test Takers

    Oh, that makes sense. My brain is so fried after that test. Thanks for
  2. NCLEX July Test Takers

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  3. NCLEX July Test Takers

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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?

    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

    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

    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"

    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?

    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

    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

    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...
  16. Nursing student seeking summer job!

    Hi there! My advice is to get your CNA license (if you don't have it already). If you would prefer to work in a clinical setting, like a hospital, I would recommend volunteering while you are working...
  17. New CNA feeling Overwhelmed and incompetent

    Don't feel that way. CNA school just teaches you the basics. It takes time and experience in order to be efficient at your job. That doesn't necessarily mean you're not cut out to be a CNA. When I...
  18. That can be a frustrating culture to work in. I work in the ED and when I float to the other floors I'm shocked when CNA's are complaining how busy they are. I stop and look around the unit, and see...
  19. Bellevue College Hopefuls 2016!

    They've recently changed the admission requirements, you can check it out here: http://s.bellevuecollege.edu/wp/sites/45/2013/11/NEW-Admission-Criteria-Fall-2017.pdf. It's now a point based system...
  20. How long did you study?

    I studied for 3 months. I was also working and at school at this time. I took as many practice tests as I could including the two in the ATI textbook, the two official ATI online tests and the ones I...
  21. I borrowed the 'Idiots Guide to Grammar' which had worksheets and explanations. I recommend going to the library and borrowing grammar books that have questions at a similar level to the
  22. How to protect a CNA's back

    I go to the gym regularly and make sure I do core and back strengthening exercises. I mostly do Pilates which focuses a lot on this. Similar to what everyone else said, make sure you use proper body...
  23. Bellevue College Hopefuls 2016!

    Thanks!
  24. Bellevue College Hopefuls 2016!

    Hey, Has anyone heard anything? Either about registration for classes(isn't that supposed to be done this week?) or what time orientation will
  25. Bellevue College Hopefuls 2016!

    I have a friend who started Fall 2015 and he said its pretty stressful. I asked him if he had any advice on getting ready or things I could do to prepare and he stated "enjoy your life while you still...