I'm a new graduate and looking for my first nursing job. It's likely that it might be in LTC. Fingers crossed over a position as night charge nurse I'm being considered for!I'm excited by the opportunity but also nervous because I don't have vast LTC experience. I had a semester of clinical a there but it was first semester. I'd like to be as prepared as possible. I realize that I'll be overwhelmed just at the sheer volume of patients that I must administer meds to and assess. Do you have any book recommendations that could help me both better understand my role and learn skills particular to geriatric care in a LTC facility?
WillyNilly 127 Posts Mar 12, 2014 Please look at the 36hour day to understand dementia. As far as meds and time management learn commonly used meds, side effects,etc. Make tip sheets if needed and a time schedule to keep yourself in check. Otherwise you will find yourself slipping.
sadiemae1123 214 Posts Has 16 years experience. Mar 12, 2014 You might want to get familiar with the Beers Criteria as well.http://www.americangeriatrics.org/files/documents/beers/2012BeersCriteria_JAGS.pdf
RN_Jan 12 Posts Mar 24, 2014 Hi, I'm also being considered for a charge RN position at SNF. I'm a new grad and got licensed last month. I'm also nervous for all the responsibilities it includes. Not sure if I should take the job
