surfnbeagle replied to surfnbeagle's topic in LTC Directors
My first weekend and I survived! Actually, it went well. I am trying to be proactive, did a lot of rounds, answered lights, and tried to role model professional behavior. Some of the nurses have told me they are being told by management they will be...
I believe that in any nursing setting, you learn as much as you want to learn. Take it a step beyond work, and google information regarding the any of the multiple diseases/ syndromes you encounter in ltc. Or for that matter, that you encounter in a...
Life is too short, stay where you are happy. You don't lose skills in ltc, there are quite a lot of skills to acquire! They may be different, but every specialty area has its own unique set of skills. Live life to be happy, not for your resume. ...
I would also like to mention, that they sound extremely disorganized. Their is no logic here, if they feel you should be suspended for performance reasons, then why let you work all week! I can just picture them running around like chickens without...
Yes, definitely...do not sign anything without careful consideration. There are nurse lawyers out there. If they cannot answer your questions, you have the option to resign and that is your decision. However, before you make an important decision y...
I am sorry to hear this happened. Administrators will often suspend someone while an investigation is going on, even though a nurse did everything she could have done in a particular situation. Though you are feeling very anxious, you need to protec...
surfnbeagle replied to Jamie6RN's topic in Geriatric
I think all of the posters have given you some great advice! It sounds to me that your expectations for yourself are high, as seen by wanting to learn. We have all been there at some time or another. Be easy on yourself, you are just starting! I ...
I suppose it depends on where you live, I am in Fl and some of them do advertise on Craig's list. The best approach is to follow up in person, or just apply in person. I have seen resumes stuck in a drawer, and vacant positions. Face to face conta...
I have worked in ltc and in a hospital. Unfortunately, I think too many people jump to conclusions without information. I have seen lousy nurses and excellent nurses in both settings. Sometimes this downgrading of ltc is plain snobbishness. When I...
surfnbeagle replied to Laverne513's topic in General Nursing
What interests you more? We have to look at the future, but go with what might is more interesting to you! There are so many other places to work than in a hospital, do what you want because life is too short!
surfnbeagle replied to surfnbeagle's topic in LTC Directors
Thank you for replying. I always have supported my CNA's, I was an aide once myself and know how tough a job it is. My CNA's have been my eyes and ears, they are very much appreciated. I was mainly referring to motivating nurses to act professiona...
Does anyone have any pearls of wisdom for motivating staff? I am considering working at a ltc facility that has a lot of room for improvement. During my interview with the DON, she was telling me they are looking to "raise the bar" at this facility...
surfnbeagle replied to croppyRN's topic in Geriatric
Regarding the code status of a patient, ask someone to get the chart and bring it to you then you can actually see for yourself if there is a DNR in the chart. Things change, a new admission might not have a DNR, etc.. Labeling charts is important, ...