That's not something you see everyday!

 One of our students, Alex works as a mermaid. She brought her tail in and we had fun trying to figure out how you would care for a mermaid in need of healthcare. We were left with more questions than answers.
How would you change a mermaids brief?
How would you position a mermaids catheter?
How do you do pericare on a mermaid?
How do you assist a mermaid with ambulation?
How do you do ROM on a mermaid?

link to new UNAR handbook

The UNAR handbook will be changing in January 2017 this will change some of the skills students will be tested on.
Here's the link:
http://www.utahcna.com/forms/State%20of%20Utah%20CNA%20Candidate%20Handbook.pdf

UNAR's new policy for renewal and expiration

UTAH NURSING ASSISTANT REGISTRY 550 East 300 South Kaysville, Utah 84037 Phone: (801) 547-9947 website: utahcna.com Expired CNA policy change update August 18, 2016 Nursing assistants with expired certificates may recertify for up to 1 year after expiration as follows:  6 months or less they can submit their renewal application that includes the signature of a licensed nurse who has verified that they have worked a minimum of 200 hours along with a $10 late fee for each month late.  6 to 12 months they can recertify by passing both the written and skills state certification exams on the first attempt. They have up to 3 attempts to pass in the 12 month period.* *This change allowing for up to 3 attempts to pass conflicts with current Utah Administrative Code and therefore cannot be put into practice. Expired CNA’s are currently given only 1 attempt to bass both the written and skills exams.

I created a 100 question practice test

I created a 100 question practice test
https://www.qzzr.com/c/quiz/205071/cna-practice-exam

Comments

Comments
Dear Claudia, Carol, and all the ccCNA staff,

I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent training I received in June during the CNA class! I had no trouble passing the state certification tests (I got a 94% on the written). Also, I remember asking Claudia at the start of class if hospitals would hire CNA's with no prior experience... Apparently, in my case, the answer is yes! I just accepted a position at the University of Utah in Acute Internal Medicine. I was offered the job immediately after my interview and I start full time (3 days a week) on Monday!
I'm looking forward to learning on the job while I'm in nursing school.
I just thought I would share this with you so if you get other students wondering the same question you can tell them it does happen.
Thanks again for a fun class that prepared me to pass the state exam! I'm excited for my new career!
Sincerely,
Megan Furman

At Home

Hi Carol,

Thank you for taking my call today. Attached is the position description for our caregivers. We pay hourly from $11-$15 an hour dependent on experience. We do provide benefits to all caregivers at 32 hours per week or more (the company pays 75% of any insurance premium). I am including our KSL link below.

Your help is greatly appreciated!

https://www.ksl.com/jobs/listing/688427

Holly E. Pokorny

Human Resources Coordinator

404 East 4500 South Suite #A-24

Salt Lake City, UT 84107

Phone: 801-746-5558

Cell: 208-699-4328

holly@athomeprc.com

Phlebotomist

START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY!  The nation’s largest and most respected humanitarian organization needs Part-Time Phlebotomist to fulfill our life-saving mission.  WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: As a Part-Time Phlebotomist, you will collect over 5.3 million units of blood annually, and the need continues to grow. From setting up blood collection equipment at work sites, to drawing blood from donors, as a phlebotomist with the American Red Cross you will work all aspects of blood drives at schools, offices & churches throughout Salt Lake County and the surrounding areas. HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE: By successfully working with your team and department, you will improve our blood donor experience and increase the availability of blood products—literally saving lives across the nation! WHAT WE OFFER: $12.27 per hour, or even more based on your abilities!  Unlimited opportunities for career growth, and team spirit that only the American Red Cross can provide!  Part-time positions that work a minimum of 20 hours per week are also eligible for health benefits, part-time PTO accrual, part-time holiday accrual, and a 401k savings program.