I just started a new job, one week ago. I had 4 days orientation, 2 on 1 hall, 1 each on 2 other halls. Did not do any narc counts. Had a hall on my 5th day by myself, when counting off on liquid meds, 1 was short about 3-4mls. Called ADON, she f...
deedee1245 replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN/LVN
You should not be fired if you are allowed to press charges along with the state. But what do I know, my husband wa sick, and I asked for FMLA, but didn't get it. The facility was too short of nurses. So, I put him in the facility for 20 days, WOR...
deedee1245 replied to justwannabanurse's topic in LPN/LVN
The facility I work in has a 2 signature policy for narcs. Two nurses check the order, count the pills in the card, and both sign for the meds. It takes a little time, but you have covered yourself. Pharmacy delivery service also stays until we ar...
deedee1245 replied to deedee1245's topic in LPN/LVN
Could someone give me a few pointers on other jobs. I'm in Tn and most of the Physician's offices hire MA's. There isn't a prison close either. I'm at my wit's end. Last night I was told I had to take a day shift position, this is absolutely terr...
deedee1245 replied to deedee1245's topic in LPN/LVN
Thanks to all who have replied. The general consensus seems to be move on. I was a hairdresser for 30 years prior to becoming a nurse and never in those years did I have the problems with backstabbing I have encountered in the 15 months I have been ...
Are all LTC facilities like the one I work in? I have a pressing problem at my workplace. A couple of weeks ago, all nurses on one rotation were moved around. It did not bother me, I explained when I was hired that I was eager to do any area. Wel...
Wish I could let off a little steam to 2 nurses who try to out "super nurse" each other and drag me into their little power struggles. When there is a question about something the opposite ratation has done and I have no answer, there is always a sm...
deedee1245 replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in LPN/LVN
I stayed @ my first job 8 mos and 3 weeks. I left for personal reasons I will never work in LTC in a facility in my home county or town again. I found another job within 1 week of leaving, getting better pay, and don't have any regrets about leavin...
deedee1245 replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing
My problem is no one wants to help. They think @ my age,50, I should know what to do. When I do know, I get pushed away. We had a code a few weeks ago and the other two on duty with me literally pushed me aside, then told I didn't know what to do....
I work in LTC in a small town. Capacity at the facility is 132. We run three shifts, and no shift gets along with the others. I thought the 11-7 shift was working well together until this week. Most of the nurses are very friendly to each other whi...
deedee1245 replied to ParadiseFound101's topic in LPN/LVN
My problem with being a new nurse @ fifty is I'm already beginning to feel burned out, after only 5 months on the job. Can anyone give me any advice on how to get a handle on this?
deedee1245 replied to nursemomof3boys's topic in LPN/LVN
I started my career in LTC 5 months ago. I didn't get enough orientation due to a shortage of available nurses @ the facility. Six days and I was put on the floor alone, I am still having some problems, so PLEASE ask for more orientation if you thi...