Betty asks…

can a registered medical assistant claim to be a nurse in Texas?

I’m a nurse and I until my license came in I had to say graduate nurse. Under Texas code 301.002 it states that a “nurse” must hold a license (be it professional or vocational). So legally can a RMA state that they are a nurse? I’m only asking because the doctor I see only has RMAs in his office and all claim the title of a nurse though when it came to breaking potentially bad news to me there was no compassion for one and secondly I was told over the phone. Where as a nurse we are trained to tell people in a way that we can provide emotional support! Where was my empathy? Who does this get turned into the medical assistant association or the Texas Board of Nursing???

Sandra answers:

No, it is illegal to do so, and they could be prosecuted or at least, reprimanded for doing so. Report the situation to your state Board of Nursing if you think the infractions are serious enough. The seriousness depends on how much, “nursing,” they are actually doing.

Nancy asks…

Embellish skills on resume? Or not?

I am 20. Started working at a local deli in 04 – 05. Worked at Walmart 9/05 – 12/05. Only left because I became pregnant & as a part time cashier I couldn’t stand up all day with morning sickness etc… Was out of work until now. Basically I have excellent computer skills (from school), excellent customer service skills (from work), average supervisory skills (well I was a teacher for ages 3-4; THAT’S WORK lol), and I am in school for medical billing and coding. I have always been into learning new things, and catch on to what ever I am taught quickly. At my last job, I was thrust into a dept I had no experience in, trained for 3 HOURS and was put by myself! The next day I was TRAINING a new asociate! I recieved high praises, but that was not widely displayed, so I don’t think I can include that. But I KNOW that if put into an assistant manager or supervisory position, I will learn it all and do it well. But how can I get that with so little JOB experience? I have done a lot in school.
And I have excelled in school (Distinguished Honors). In addition, I need to make a good amount of money ($11+ hr) so that I can keep up my household. I live in Chester, PA, not too much opportunity, no car (need the good job to get one), and moving in 2 days (same city, different part) !!! I need this!!! HELP!!!
I don’t mean put anything I never did – just how to word my actual accomplishments.

Sandra answers:

You have many excellent accomplishments that will impress a future employer. You need only find a way to get the truth across in your resume.

If I’m understanding you correctly, you are completing training in medical billing and coding and you are hoping to acquire an assistant managerial or supervisory position in that field? To be honest, I don’t know if you can realistically expect a supervisory job right out of school, but you don’t have anything to lose by trying for it.

This is what I would do. I would create a hybrid resume. This is one that combines your skills and abilities with your work history. You wil word each entry in such a way as to showcase your achivements in that area.

So, something like this;

1. Name, Contact Information

2. Objective: To acuire an assistant manager or supervisory position in a thriving medical records environment.

3. Education

4 Skills and Abilities

a. Customer Service Skills
– acquired through employment in the retail industry. Received excellent performance reviews regarding my ability to serve the public in a friendly, professional and courteous manner.

B. Computer Skills.
– acquired through academic training Demonstrated ability in (name software applicatons, etc.)

c. Teaching Skills
– acquired through teaching children ages three to four. Demonstrated communicaton skills, provided support and encouragement, offered feedback land guidance leading to behavior change.

D. Ability to Learn Quickly and Adapt to New Situations
– Functioned independently in a new department after three hours training. Provided training to new associate entering the team.

5. Work History. Make this brief.

6. Commmunity Involvement and Volunteerism
include this category because it shows you have experience working in a team and that you are a good community minded person. Pay special attention to any volunteer work that shows you did something particularly well and that ability would be useful in the job you are applying for

7. Awards and Recognition. Include any that are appropriate

In your accompanying cover letter, sum up the qualities you have that would make you ideal for this job. Just state them plainly as you did in this Yahoo! Post and let your accomplishments speak for themselves.

Good luck.

Sandra asks…

re-enlisting in the army, prior USAF, medical discharge 2Q?

So I was in the Air Force for less than a year. My knee was injured during training – laugh it up, I know – “who gets hurt in the AF?” Right? Well I was in the 342nd, which is a little different. Anyway, I was told that I was going to get sent home to heal up, and then I could come back in. My RE code is a 2Q – which is med. discharge/retired. I healed just fine, no surgery. But the 2Q is a no go for all branches especially the AF.

I am working with my 3rd recruiter in 3 years trying to get back in. Right now I have a packet in with the MEPS and am waiting to hear if I can physical again. My fingers are crossed, and I’m hoping for the best.

So my questions are this – has anyone done this before especially with a 2Q RE code? And secondly, when I get back in, what is a good non-combat MOS. No, I’m not afraid of infantry, but I am not going to endanger other peoples lives if my knees goes out again. Chances are slim, but I don’t want to risk it. So I’m looking at the Intel and Aviation mos lists. Perhaps artillery (I know it is a combat mos, but different than a traditional infantryman) – but sorta like my hearing the way it is.

So, to all you lucky enough to be serving – thank you in advance. My ASVAB was a 97, and I have a 4 year college degree – so I should be qualified for any MOS.

Thanks again for any help you can give me.

Sandra answers:

I don’t know the answer, wish you the very best, and thank you.

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