gabulldogs
has 5 years experience and specializes in Geriatric.
Grew up in dysfunctional family. Used and Abused. God's unlimited love that healed me and allowed me to move forward. I will forever pay him back by doing his will.
gabulldogs replied to libran1984's topic in Geriatric
#1 question Are LPN's suppose to be doing ALL the paperwork on new admission(LTC)? We were taught otherwise in school. Yes, we are doing it all. Many times at 5pm or later. #2 question Should Behavior Residents be put in the same unit with Alzheimer...
gabulldogs replied to libran1984's topic in Geriatric
You just described where I work to a tee. Until new Management or Ownership changes; nothing will change.I apparently replaced some very good Nurses that just got fed up. I know how they feel and am looking for better employment. Right now, I do many...
gabulldogs replied to RoxieRN0511's topic in Geriatric
Hi I graduated past August for LPN. I finally found a job in a LTC. My question is they make us come in when a CNA calls in. Is this legal? I don't mind helping out but it doesn't look like they are trying to fix the call in problem. There are many. ...
gabulldogs replied to ctbui's topic in Uniform/Gear
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gabulldogs replied to gabulldogs's topic in LPN/LVN
Thank you. Charge Nurses are required to take call 1x week which is now averaging 2-3 every off days and for Charge Nurse call ins. A new time is in play for next MM at 6pm for nurses. CNAs will stay at 2pm since they are on 8 hr shifts. We will wait...
"Neglect" of the Residents and Associates. 1. Can Charge Nurses be written up for not coming in to cover a CNA call-in? 2. Can Associates be written up for missing Mandatory Meetings even though that Nurse worked all night until 730am...
Just want to share. I am presently night shift in a LTC in Georgia. I now realize how I ended up here. God's will. Neglect of the Elderly. With that said, I am actively advocating for them. I would like to add employees to that. Always gonna have wor...
gabulldogs replied to vintagemother's topic in Activism
Thank you. That's exactly the answer I needed. Already submitted with Ombudsman online. Will talk to Nurses Org. and see what to do. I've already been advised by friends (rn) to get out of there, I'm risking my license.
I too work in LTC. Horrible conditions due to poor management. I have reach my limit and my voice is falling on deaf ears. My goal now is too go higher up the chain (gov. corp etc.) I am tired of seeing neglect to the residents. Always a new flagged ...