turningred15

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1. An LTC Nurse POV: Why does it feel like Hospital ERs are bothered with Nursing Home reside

   turningred15 replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Geriatric

   Perhaps if the patient was going to be in observation status and responsible for a large portion of the bill he/she decided not to stay. Obviously I don't know the background or decisional status of the patient but just a thought.

2. Are we over-reacting?

   turningred15 replied to RainMom's topic in Geriatric

   This is perfect and exactly what I would recommend. AL still sounds appropriate right now.

3. Are we over-reacting?

   turningred15 replied to RainMom's topic in Geriatric

   I work as a RN care manager and recommend the appropriate level of care for my clients. Often times those with memory issues who are still ambulatory are BEST served in memory care assisted living. The RIGHT assisted living should be able to provide ...

4. Are hair accessories unprofessional?

   turningred15 replied to silhouettedreams's topic in Professionalism

   Wear what YOU want to wear, don't worry about what other people prefer. Of course within the limits of your organizations dress code.

5. Love Hate Relationship with CHF

   turningred15 replied to hkRN83's topic in Case Management

   I often make a point of asking patients "why?". Why do they not follow the lifestyle changes? Is it financial, social, cultural or just a choice? Often times exploring additional resources to help with these barriers is key. Also I'm sure you educate...

6. OR RN for 5 yrs: Do I qualify for UM?...

   turningred15 replied to LAM2010's topic in Case Management

   You can post here any time you have a question, or PM me. I love my job!

7. OR RN for 5 yrs: Do I qualify for UM?...

   turningred15 replied to LAM2010's topic in Case Management

   I would disagree with this statement. I work as a ER Case Manager, and determining status and completing reviews takes nursing knowledge and critical thinking to make sense of the entire clinical picture. Also, I have to call physicians if I want a s...

8. Part-time case managers?

   turningred15 replied to Mnmom86's topic in Case Management

   Part time is doable but rare! I currently work part time as a ER case manager and I also own my own consulting business. I had to wait for the right time to get that part time position because most were full time!

9. RN's offered same jobs as Clinical social workers?

   turningred15 replied to Healthcare102's topic in General Nursing

   I am a RN with experience in care coordination and case management. I see a lot of those jobs transitioning to RN vs SW. RN's are able to understand medical, psych-social, and emotional needs. A SW cannot contribute as much medically. SW is still nee...

10. RN job market in Milwaukee

    turningred15 replied to daisy44's topic in Career Support

    By the way Horizon home health pays per visit, not hourly. They are just an OK company to work for. Allay home health, Seasons hospice both have great reputations!

11. RN job market in Milwaukee

    turningred15 replied to daisy44's topic in Career Support

    With three years of experience you can expect around $26-28/hour plus shift diff in the hospital, LTC $25, home health $26-28 hourly, clinic $26-28 Hope you enjoy Milwaukee! There are lots of RN job options here! :)

12. Got the Job!!! (Health Dept.)

    turningred15 replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Public/Community

    I was hired as a PHN with 6 months of med surg as a nurse intern while in school and 6 months of home health

13. Registered Dietitian vs. Public Health Nurse?

    turningred15 replied to indrani987's topic in Career Support

    I don't know if you should become a nurse and force yourself through nursing school. There are a lot of nonclinical nursing jobs but they do usually require experience. I have had several nonclinical nursing jobs. I was a former public health nurse. ...

14. Is this normal?

    turningred15 replied to pixie&pepper's topic in Ambulatory

    Sorry to hear about your situation. I was actually lied to because I was told I would get a whole two weeks of orientation which turned into those 3 days - one of which was company modules and signing paperwork.

15. Is this normal?

    turningred15 replied to pixie&pepper's topic in Ambulatory

    I was thrown into a similar situation. Three orientation days. They ended up terminating my position due to budget and also stated I was a slow learner...lol (I have never been told that before)