purdue91

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1. Which do you think is more Difficult?

   purdue91 replied to BrandyBSN's topic in General Nursing

   NO QUESTION FOR ME. I'D HAVE TO SAY CO-WORKERS.

2. CNA's passing meds

   purdue91 replied to nurseleigh's topic in General Nursing

   What's even scarier is: some of these QMA's are smarter than some RN's and LPN's. Have more common sense!!!!!

3. Where do you nurse?

   purdue91 replied to beckymcrn's topic in General Nursing

   90 bed long term care facility. Work skilled Medicare unit, day shift, full time.

4. Do you have personal malpractice insurance?

   purdue91 replied to nay537's topic in General Nursing

   I have carried malpractice insurance for 15 years. The place you work only covers you for so much. If you own your own home or have anything, you need to carry this insurance. It has given me piece of mind. I've never had to use this, but am glad...

5. CNA's passing meds

   purdue91 replied to nurseleigh's topic in General Nursing

   I work with some good QMA's in the LTC facility. They free me up to be with the residents and families. Charting has become a monster. I rely on these educated people to work with me to provide the care that is needed. I would not consent to have...

6. Survey:When you are the patient or family member, do you identify yourself as a nurse

   purdue91 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

   Everyone needs a patient advocate with them for any procedure. I believe that more knowledge is best and every pair of eyes is better. I don't always say I'm a nurse up front, but real soon after. Everyone needs to stay on their toes. I find when ...