topher-67

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1. Anyone wear a pedometer or Nike + iPod to work?

   topher-67 replied to TacoBelle's topic in General Nursing

   I wore a pedometer once...7.6 miles. I'm a CNA in a SNF on the 2nd shift. I don't know about the expensive Nike+iPod one...mine came from Wally World for $6. :)

2. DNR does not mean do not treat, people!

   topher-67 replied to rnto?'s topic in Geriatric

   Amen! ....and I'm only currently a CNA (going to school to be an RRT) I have heard many confused nurses in our facility confusing DNR, Hospice, and Pallative care. Geez....didn't they go over all this stuff in nursing school??? It worries me when th...

3. Help with Major CNA Problems

   topher-67 replied to JSBoston's topic in Relations

   That does sound bad. Can you not document and write them up? Does your employer have some type of disciplinary course of action for CNA's who don't and won't do their job? I know not every place is perfect, we have our share of slackers & loafers...

4. Mens scrubs

   topher-67 replied to bargraphix's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I would ask your school as to where you could find scoop neck scrubs. I've only seen men's scrubs in a v-neck style.

5. Appropriate to call?

   topher-67 replied to BeezRN's topic in CNA/MA

   Yes, by all means call them. Put yourself back on the top of the stack. Ask to speak to the ADON or DON of the facility. Don't be fearful or shy away. It's dog eat dog out there! :cheers:

6. Restraint-free facility?

   topher-67 replied to reussir1's topic in CNA/MA

   The LTC I work in is "restraint-free" with the exception of a few Dr. ordered & family requested side rails. The previous facility I worked at had lap buddies, etc. and we had only one person in 120 days fall out of a wheelchair. Where I am now w...

7. Calling briefs "diapers"....*vent*

   topher-67 replied to cherrybreeze's topic in General Nursing

   True! Don't use the "D" word unless they sleep in a crib, nursery, etc. Even if one of the residents calls it a diaper, I say let me check your brief. This is a pet peeve that is right up there with "resident" & "patient".

8. At your facility, who goes on rides with residents to doctor's appointments?

   topher-67 replied to Dorali's topic in CNA/MA

   We have a transportation "team" consisting of two CNA's who's sole purpose is transporting residents to and from Doctors, Dentists, Dialysis, Labs, etc. The facility has it's own wheelchair van by the way.

9. Fix This Nursing Home

   topher-67 replied to eveningsky339's topic in CNA/MA

   Survey says:

10. What are acceptable scrub colors for guys?

    topher-67 replied to j_tay1981's topic in Men

    Royal blue, dark green, black, gray, tan, burgundy, red, light blue, etc...As long as your employer does not impose any restrictions go with what make you feel comfortable.

11. Srubs

    topher-67 replied to redskngolf's topic in Men

    I have several sets of Cherokee scrubs in Royal Blue and they are great. Dickie's scrub tops tend to be cut narrow, IE not much shoulder room or room to move. Some of the other brands you mentioned are pricey and have thin material.

12. CNA Class Tomorrow! Any Advice?

    topher-67 replied to leaharagon's topic in CNA/MA

    First of all relax....you can do it! If your instructor has a lot of hand outs put short notes on those. Don't waste too much time taking notes though. Keep you eyes, ears, and mind open. Good luck!

13. How Do You Unwind?

    topher-67 replied to justme01's topic in CNA/MA

    Change out of my scrubs ASAP! Get on the laptop and see what's happening in the world. (news, weather, sports) Then it's time for the headphones and listen to some music or pickup my guitar and make my own music! :rckn:

14. Obsessed with death since entering the nursing profession

    topher-67 replied to nlhnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Without getting religious, philosophical, or feelings of despair. Think of dying as you, your loved ones, or Pts. will no longer suffer, no longer care about the problems of everyday life, etc. We can remember those who have passed in words, photos, ...

15. Thanks CNAs

    topher-67 replied to license.nurse85's topic in CNA/MA

    To quote Sally Field, "You like me, you really like me!" Thank you very much for the thanks! :dancgrp: