iPod use in LTC facility

[DDdove]

When I first started clinical 2yrs ago the use of an iPod was really frowned on d/t it looking like you were not working. Now some universities have it listed on their supply list. Now that it is being utilized for it's worth in training, is it noticed on the floors? Is anyone out there working in LTC using it as a tool? Is it permitted? Thanks:)

[CoffeeRTC, BSN, RN]

I don't think I'm all that old or old fashioned, but many of us have went thru school and our first few nursing years without these devices. (I graduated in 96) They sound like they would make things so much easier and researching things so much quicker, but don't forget, there are other ways.

I understand if these are a requirement for school. That is a different story.

If I need to look up a med, I look for a nursing drug reference first then the PDR and if I can't find something I would probably call the pharmacist and talk to them and have them fax something over. We don't techinically have computer access at work except for the cna charting/ care tracker and there is a way to access the internet thru that (but it is a hassle)

I'm amazed that a call bell system can be accessed thru itouches now days....neato! I'd love to know what other things the facility is doing?? Is this connected to a hospital?

[colzanurse]

I use my iPod in Home Care nursing. It's been extremely helpful for looking up meds on the spot and to assist with patient teaching about meds/disease processes. My patients like the technology and I've never had a complaint from any visit where I've used the device for patient purposes.