uraqt2

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1. Received employment offer

   uraqt2 replied to hb4hikes's topic in Correctional

   Processing an inmate into a facility is getting a H&P done, getting all labs done (in my state they include HIV & syphilis also if they already have Hep C we include a liver panel), and TB screening. Basically you have to establish a medical...

2. New LPN going for correctional nursing.

   uraqt2 replied to Quiskeya's topic in Correctional

   As a LPN my major role is to pass medications. However, we also will note orders, re-new medication orders that are expiring and forward to the provider for review, make sure MARs are current and correct (we still have to hand write them but hopeful...

3. Demands from inmates

   uraqt2 replied to GrannyLpn2005's topic in Correctional

   I don't usually have this problem as the inmates know that when I'm doing med pass I am NOT there to do sick call or other procedures. Med pass is exactly that med pass. However, I do not want to imply that if an inmate has a legit complaint that I...

4. inhalers

   uraqt2 replied to Truegem's topic in Correctional

   I can understand wanting to save taxpayers dollars; however, the fact still remains that you should not be reusing MDI's. I suggest that the policy needs to be changed (easier said than done I know) to inmates being allowed to have their meds KOP. ...

5. OTC meds given upon request?

   uraqt2 replied to afteralltheseyears's topic in Correctional

   At my facility we use to have the officers give OTC meds out and keep a log but somewhere along the lines it was changed to nursing needed to give them out and keep records that went in the chart. Recently, though due to several issues (inmate abuse...

6. Am I wrong to think...

   uraqt2 replied to rmarz's topic in Geriatric

   A paper trail is the right thing to do. The DON needs to be made aware of such behavior and the "lovebirds" should be split up if they cannot work together. This type of behavior never ceases to sadden my heart. No person ever deserves to be neglec...

7. standard med times

   uraqt2 replied to afteralltheseyears's topic in Correctional

   Our med pass times are 0400, 1000, 1500 and 1800. Our med passes are adjusted around counts and feeding. If an inmate doesn't want to get up isn't a reason to change the times. We will only change a time if it's related to a work schedule or if th...

8. Former hospital nurses got a ? or anyone who can answer

   uraqt2 replied to henryswife's topic in Correctional

   This is a folger adam key. It is used to open doors and food slots. If an inmate gets a hold of one of these it's a recipe for disaster.

9. WHY SHOULD THEY GET MEDICAL CARE/ free

   uraqt2 replied to ssalicia's topic in Correctional

   I agree that it's very frustrating that inmates usually receive better medical care than the "free world". It's also well known to those who work in corrections that inmates will abuse this privilege just cause they can. Why should they try to beco...

10. How do you handle this one

    uraqt2 replied to Steristripqueen's topic in Correctional

    It's always frustrating when custody attempts to run what medical needs to do. I am very fortunate and have an excellent rapport with the majority of custody staff so this isn't usually a problem for me. However once in a while I'll have custody wh...

11. Is It Easier?

    uraqt2 replied to henryswife's topic in Correctional

    Very well said Michelle RN.

12. Question about CEU's?

    uraqt2 replied to cherokeesummer's topic in General Nursing

    CEUs most definitely a requirement to renew your licence. In NV. you also need 30 to renew. Many facilities will offer CEs so that you don't have to pay for them.

13. Need your opinion, please

    uraqt2 replied to ravensrn's topic in Safety

    As much as I don't like to write orders for doctors standing right there I must say sometimes it's easier to just write the verbal and make them sign it before they leave. I once worked with a doc that couldn't even read his own handwriting so if th...

14. Out the Door Rant

    uraqt2 replied to OldMareLPN's topic in Geriatric

    Good luck in your new adventure OldMare. Corrections is unlike any field out there but can be very rewarding in it's own way.

15. Drug error

    uraqt2 replied to pippi1969's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. First off remember that we've all had med errors in some form or another and it's a horrifying experience. Sounds like you took the right steps by reporting it. My prayers are with you that all will work ...