I need advice and tips for Job Seeking Skills & Interviewing for competition?
INTERVIEW -The three questions you are going to be asked are (in this order) "Tell me about yourself," "Why do you want to be a nursing assistant?," and "Do you have any questions?" -There are two types of interview questions: common and behavioral. Common questions are "Why do you want to be a nursing assistant?" and things like that. Behavioral questions are little scenarios that you present to the interviewer so he/she can gauge your problem solving skills, communication skills, etc. For example, "Describe a time where you had to make a difficult decision." (For behavioral questions, have a beginning, middle, and end. Think of your answers like a short story). General tips -Dress nicely (dress pants, button down blouse, and covered shoes are best) -Keep jewelry to a minimum -Cover any visible tattoos RESUME -Don't use resume templates and don't copy resume examples -Use Times New Roman -At the top of your resume should be your name (in bold), address, professional email (not iliketoshop@hotmail.com or something), and a phone number -Here is the order that sections should go in and you can omit or add sections, depending on what you decide to include. Remember to bold each (education, experience, certifications, service/affiliations, skills, references) -Use bullet points to describe the duties you did at each job/volunteer experience COVER LETTER -This is used to let employers see how well you write, and lets them get a better sense of the experience that you outlined in your resume because you'll talk about them a little more -Use Times New Roman Hope this helped! If you need resume or cover letter examples, just search "resume examples" or "cover letter examples" on google.
Can an EMT certified person get hired as a CNA?
No. In most states an EMT does not meet the requirements to take the state test to become a CNA or Certified Nursing Assistant. Check with the Board of Nursing or whatever agency governing the certification process for CNAs in your state. In California it is the Dept of Health. http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/LnC/Page... Since the duties are vastly different, you might be doing the patients a great disservice and even harm if you tried to muddle through the CNA test and happened to get a job without getting the proper training. The only thing similar that an EMT might do is take a BP and even the training for that as an EMT does not address all the many patients you might encounter in long term care. I don't know of any EMT that has been trained to take temperatures on many types of patients, feed patients correctly, ambulate them, trained for fall and other safety precautions, foley care or trained for many of the other daily care duties which a patient in long term residency requires to prevent damage to their skin or whatever sensitive body parts. Even Paramedics can not challenge the CNA test in most states because of the different focus of care. Long term and emergent care are just too different. Take the CNA class. It must be at least 75 hours and usually averages 120 hours or one college semester in some places. If you are in California, that state has very specific requirements for the CNA. http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/displa... http://www.cdph.ca.gov/certlic/occupatio...
Taking my North Carolina road test soon and I need some advice?
I am actually going to take my road test tomorrow, though I am 18. I took it last monday and failed because I looked out the wrong window when I was backing up. As long as you obey the speed limit, check both mirrors and blind spots when asked to switch lanes (and of course use your turn signals!!), use your turn signals when doing your 3-point turn, come to a full rock-back stop at stop signs but do not come to a full stop when turning and there is no stop sign and back up looking out your back window and staying on your side of the road, you'll pass. Whew. I know it sounds like a lot, but the road test is only about five minutes. Of course, it is easier to pass in some places than others. The DMV on Capital in Raleigh is notorius for being full of assholes who just fail you because they're bored and hate their jobs (it's true, i took the test there too) but just go to a chill place and you'll do fine. Good luck. Also, reading chapter four of the dmv handbook online might help.
What is the best advise that you would give someone taking CNA classes?
The students after successful completion of the CNA classes in Dallas apply for nurse aide certification exam. In which candidates are required to pass both written and practical section for proper certification of the program. After earning the nurse aide certification the students can apply for health care facility entry level direct care jobs. So join with CNA Classes In Dallas & Garland TX
Has any one worked as a CNA? (Certified Nurses Assistant)?
I chose to become a CNA to make myself stand out while applying to nursing schools. I've only been working as a CNA for about six months. There are no real challenges to doing this job. Some of the pros: short amount of schooling, a good way to get your foot in the door for a medical career. Some cons: low salary (around $20-30,000 yearly in my area), some activities of daily living are not for those with a weak stomach. I would say that the hardest thing for me to learn was the perineal care of both male and female patients and how to handle it professionally. They don't recruit for this job because it's really the bottom of the nursing totem-pole. Usually, experience is not necessary because you'll just be dealing with basic activities. As for advancement, you can become a PCA 2, which just means more responsibility and more detailed patient care (changing wound dressings, etc.). I think this is a great idea if you're going even if you don't plan on becoming a nurse int he future. I work with people that have been in this position for 10 and 15 years. I am beginning to think of this position less of a transition and more of a self-sustaining position.
What are some tips for someone in a nursing school such as studying and balancing work?
I would advise you to work as little as you possibly can. School must be your first priority. I have known several people who flunked out due to working too much. Also, try not to work before clinical. I have had friends who were up all night working as CNA’s or ward clerks, then came to clinical exhausted the next morning. This is really dangerous! You need sleep, a good diet, time to exercise, and plenty, plenty of time to study.Study everywhere you go. I studied while cooking, at the beach, in the bathtub, at restaurants, anywhere. I studied when it was quiet, I studied listening to music, I even studied at parties. Study groups are great, but much, much alone study time is critical. If you get bored, just switch up your study location, like a table at a park.Sometimes when taking tests, I could think of where I was, or what music I was listening to when studying the subject matter, and the answer would come to me. This frequently worked for me, and is one of many reasons why I liked to study in a variety of places. Everyone is different though, so just experiment, and see what works for you.Sometimes there will be questions that you have, or something that you don’t understand. Please don’t be afraid to ask a nursing instructor questions, even if you are a bit afraid of them. Some instructors are really nice, others not so much. Never forget though that they are there to teach you; that is their job. Even after you graduate, never be afraid to ask questions, and always be gracious when others ask you questions.I wish you all the best. We need more awesome nurses in the world, so thank you for the choice that you have made.
I am going to appear for the IBPS PO exam. How do I clear the exam in a single try?
Amit,First of all, dont get into the pressure of clearing this exam. Pressure will only harm you preparation and level of confidence. I can give you 100s of reason to not join the bank or give u 100s of reason to join the same depend on what you want to listen... Its not the end of world.. So I hope the first part is clear. Now get into regular studies. No rocket science is asked in IBPS exam a little practice and smart study cna get you through... refer websites like bankersadda and there Capsules for definite success. Many students have benefited out of this website and this one of the CSR activities of careerpower institute. Hope this helps...
What advice can nursing graduates give to help me pass my second Hesi exam?
When I was preparing for the NCCLEX RN, I found using as many different study guides as possible to be effective. Mosby’s, Lippincotts, Saunders- they were my constant companions, but I stuck with those that had multiple practice exams included. Lippincotts was the best for me- it had a 120 question practice exam at the end of each system chapter. I would focus on each chapter/system until i could score at least an 85%, then i would begin the next chapter and would take the chapter tests together, again, shooting for 85%. I discussed this with one of my instructors and she suggested I up the goal to 90%. I did and began achieving that regularly. I began taking multiple practice exams each day, always aiming for 90%.It worked. I finished the NCCLEX RN in45 minutes with a shut off of 75 questions (the minimum).Good luck!