Suzanne Sweezy


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CNA Review: Study Indirect Care or You'll Be Sorry

An instructor watching your move, taking notes, and ultimately deciding whether you have passed the CNA certification exam or not can be an unnerving experience. Since the skills portion is a timed test, even more pressure is felt by examinees. This pressure creates extra stress causing mistakes to be made while demonstrating skills. Even minor details, no matter how minor they may seem, can greatly... (posted by Suzanne 1 year 78 days ago.)
CNA Study Guide: Organize and Minimize Test Stress

There is a common thread among all CNAs – the STRESS that comes with our CNA certification exams! Training to become a CNA requires a considerable investment of time and energy – 6 weeks of training, clinicals, tests, and working with a CNA study guide. It is a big achievement in itself; we all breathe out a sigh of relief when it’s over, only to realize all too soon that there is a... (posted by Suzanne 1 year 132 days ago.)
CNA State Exam

You must pass the CNA certification test in order to be listed in the CNA Registry of your State, making you eligible for employment as a CNA. Certification varies from state to state. The CNA test is the method by which an aspiring CNA is assessed for the the knowledge, skills and abilities required of a CNA to safely perform his/her duties and responsibilities. The exam is composed of 2 principal parts: a written or oral portion, and a... (posted by Suzanne 1 year 193 days ago.)
Becoming A CNA

First and foremost, to become a CNA, you should start by inquiring at your State's official department with regard to CNA certification. CNA certification varies from state to state and in order for you to get valuable information in all 50 states, you must contact state's Nurse Aide Registry. To become a CNA you must undergo training in an approved training schools. Training imbues you with valuable knowledge, experience, skills... (posted by Suzanne 1 year 206 days ago.)
CNA Review: Know Indirect Care or You'll Regret it

Having an instructor watch your every move, take notes on your performance, and ultimately decide whether you have passed the CNA certification test or not can be a nerve-wracking experience. Since the clinical skills section is a timed exam, even more pressure is felt by examinees. Such pressure causes additional stress which may cause students to make mistakes while demonstrating skills. Oversights, no... (posted by Suzanne 1 year 209 days ago.)
CNA Certification: Finish Your Skills Exam on Time

The CNA certification test can be nerve-racking for most, and the biggest challenge lies in familiarizing yourself with the 25 skills you are required to be adept at. Memorizing twenty-five clinical skills may seem intimidating, but with adequate preparation and a few tips and tricks, you will do just fine. Depending on your state of residence, the skills portion of the CNA certification test will... (posted by Suzanne 1 year 220 days ago.)