CoffeeLoveRN replied to fiveoclocksomewhere's topic in General Nursing
Whenever I had an order to hang blood, I would go reassess the IV, flush it. Then I would go get my papers ready, find a nurse who will check the blood with me. Once all the ducks are in a row (good IV, papers and supplies ready, found someone to che...
CoffeeLoveRN replied to BiohazardBetty's topic in General Nursing
I think what you said is fine. If a patient refuses anything, that is all you can do is document, state what the patient said, state that you educated the patient on risks and benefits of foley catheter and they continued to refuse removal. If you h...
CoffeeLoveRN replied to CoffeeLoveRN's topic in Ambulatory
I am not in a position to give raises or bonuses. The birthday cake idea is a good one! Implementing a survey and getting ideas anonymously is something too, that way no one has to feel pressured. Our company is excellent but our little office has p...
What are some things you have done or maybe would like to see done to increase staff morale? Looking for ideas for day starters, quick meeting/recaps, kuddos type stuff during the working hours and suggestions for after hours. Besides general dinne...