For me this yet hasn't happened as I am having a week off. But when I go back this will be the routine, Even the idea I dont agree with.
The head of shift are now going to be sitting in the office area and have to watch what the other Carers do. Oh yes and We are going to be TIMED as well. As to how long it takes to get people up and put them to bed ect.
I am sorry but I DON'T AGREE WITH THIS IDEA AT ALL. It makes me mad just thinking about it.
I mean we are on our feet all day and hardley stop and now we are going to be WATCHED AND TIMED as to what we do.
If I don't like it the first week I go back I will be looking for another job.
This was the managers choice to make us do this, After we had the meeting about this one other Carer on the shift I was on said I will be looking for another job, cause I don't like this idea.
Where I am only new to this job I will be put with various Carers and I will feel like I am being shoved from piller to post. Sorry but that isn't right.
What are other people's thoughts on this. Would you work in a place if this is what you had to do be timed and watched.
"Have any of you thought about it from this angle, maybe they want to determine if they need more staff to care for the number of residents on the unit?"
If management gave a damn about the nurses, they would have been consulted from the beginning, instead of having this 1950s-era management tool sprung on them as a surprise.
One more reason, as though we needed it, for a strong union.
So, if you are unionized, you always have plenty of help on board every shift. You don't ever have to work short handed. If that is so then it must be nice.
Thankyou for the replys. I have read them all and you all have interesting views on this subject. Like I feel it is a NO and the timing thing isnt right.
I will let you know what Choices I make. Thanks again for your help.
update, the new rules for me started yesterday. Ok SO it DOES SAVE TIME AND IS FASTER but I am just not happy working there any more I want out of that job. Its the shift hours that annoy me on a late like I am today I dont get home until 10pm. I have something to eat then go to bed as I am so tired.
I agree with agnus. I think that if a person stays in a job where they are unhappy, they just start to feel un-appreciated and bogged down. Healthcare is a very tough atmosphere, but it CAN be-and very often is-quite rewarding. You need to be in a place where you and your talents as an Aide are appreciated.
I am curious how does this save time? Is it just because everyone is rushing to and fro (more than usual) to complete tasks in a specific time frame? Or are there really helpful tips that save time without jeopardizing quality of care?
As to you leaving as so many LPN/RN's on this board point out "A good aide is worth his/her weight in gold."
Keeping positive thoughts for you and hoping you find a place that appreciates you and your talents.
Your future's so bright, you gotta wear shades
sjoe
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"Have any of you thought about it from this angle, maybe they want to determine if they need more staff to care for the number of residents on the unit?"
If management gave a damn about the nurses, they would have been consulted from the beginning, instead of having this 1950s-era management tool sprung on them as a surprise.
One more reason, as though we needed it, for a strong union.