AnnemRN

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  1. Occupational Health Nurse/CPR instructor

    AnnemRN replied to AnnemRN's topic in Occupational Health

    Thanks for the reply, I am pretty brand spanking new at this position and have never instructed a cpr/first aid/aed class in my life. I've only been doing this a few months. You have had preparation...

  2. HH post op surgery question

    AnnemRN replied to quuenmum1954's topic in Home Health

    Tell the nursing home you want a meeting with physical therapy and nursing to update you on his progress and needs. Request that physical therapy continue at home and have them prepare a home health...

  3. Occupational Health Nurse/CPR instructor

    AnnemRN replied to AnnemRN's topic in Occupational Health

    Were you an instructor prior to coming to work for your organization? They told me they wanted me to do this and left it up to me to find out how to become certified as an instructor. Is there someone...

  4. Home Health agencies paying nurses per visit

    AnnemRN posted a topic in Home Health

    I was wondering how many home health nurses are hearing that agencies are leaning towards paying per visit instead of hourly in order to save money. I definitely prefer an hourly rate, but all the...

  5. Stressed out & Fuming

    AnnemRN replied to BubbleRN's topic in Home Health

    You and the other field nurse should meet with your supervisors and tell them you can't continue at this crazy pace. Your supervisors should be going out and covering visits if they want to continue...

  6. Home Health agencies paying nurses per visit

    AnnemRN replied to AnnemRN's topic in Home Health

    The problem I see with paying per visit is how long it takes to do the visit including paperwork and travel time. If you're being paid $60.00 to do an open and the total time it takes you is 3 to 4...

  7. Missed certification visits.

    AnnemRN replied to AmPmRnoncall's topic in Home Health

    I understand what you're saying, in the agencies I have worked for the schedulers and supervisors try to keep on top of the recert visits so that doesn't happen. I think they've learned over the years...

  8. Missed certification visits.

    AnnemRN replied to AmPmRnoncall's topic in Home Health

    No, I believe you will have to discharge then readmit the patient if you miss recertifying the patient in the last 5 days before the plan of care ends. I know it's a headache but, notifying the doctor...

  9. Home Health agencies paying nurses per visit

    AnnemRN replied to AnnemRN's topic in Home Health

    I worked as a salaried employee of a local home health agency and I agree with previous posters in regards to the agency working you to death.I was working 10 - 12 hours a day and only being paid for...

  10. Home Health agencies paying nurses per visit

    AnnemRN replied to AnnemRN's topic in Home Health

    I prefer hourly too, I like being paid for completing paperwork after visits are made. It can be very time consuming and it really benefits a home health agency if they can get away with paying per...

  11. what the heck are medical assistant schools doing !

    AnnemRN replied to lauralassie's topic in General Nursing

    This was discussed on an earlier thread and this website article was posted. www.fsmaonline.org/officenurse.htm The article makes it clear that a medical assistant legally can not refer to themselves...

  12. SOC Oasis vs. ROC Oasis

    AnnemRN replied to PattiRN's topic in Home Health

    Definitely a start of

  13. HH Nurse Survey

    AnnemRN replied to cs58's topic in Home Health

    1. How many patients are you required to see a day for full productivity? 5-6 2. How much mileage do you average, and at what point does mileage get factored in with respect to the visits you are...

  14. RN w/exp. w/? about HH

    AnnemRN replied to Gorngi's topic in Home Health

    Even though Home Health has it's stressors, it is the best decision I have ever made. Call and setup an interview where you can have all your questions answered, you don't have to commit. I am paid...

  15. help, i'm lousy at blood draws

    AnnemRN replied to reddellrn's topic in Home Health

    I always instruct the patient to drink alot of water ( if they're not on fluid restrictions) before I get there. After putting the tourniquet on do a good search. Have the patient hang their arm down....

  16. OMG ! The price of gas! No reimbursement...

    AnnemRN replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Home Health

    Every agency has its problems with staffing and as much as you might want to help.......you have to decide if you're making or losing money. Not to mention the wear and tear on your car. Plus I find (...

  17. An old couple go to the doctor.

    AnnemRN posted a topic in Nursing Humor

    LOL!!!!!!

  18. Question about Dr. refusing care

    AnnemRN replied to kbclary4's topic in General Nursing

    I have known a few doc's who have refused to continue treating a patient/client when they discover they are not compliant with the treatment plan. Totally

  19. Steps of a wet to dry dressing

    AnnemRN replied to oxyjen's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    You are very welcome--I thought you would find it helpful!!

  20. On Call?

    AnnemRN replied to Jonesy's topic in Home Health

    I don't think anyone ever feels ready to be on call--just remember you're safety comes first. Call your on call manager with any problems or questions you might have. I hope you've been doing HH for...

  21. Steps of a wet to dry dressing

    AnnemRN replied to oxyjen's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Dressing Changes: Sterile Technique Wash Hands then: 1. Explain the procedure to the patient/caregiver 2. Assemble the supplies at a convenient work area 3. Assist the patient to a comfortable...

  22. weird coming out of her vagina

    AnnemRN replied to smiley22's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I agree.........I found this website

  23. Do you think some people just "dont have what it takes"

    AnnemRN replied to nursenatalie's topic in General Nursing

    Totally agree with you llg,your approach probably saves a few good nurses that some others would have scared

  24. i have just recieved a dui in california,,am i in big trouble with licensing?

    AnnemRN replied to terry1's topic in General Nursing

    I don't mean to scare you but, I know a DUI in california is serious. I work in home health and a fellow RN was fired for having a DUI as soon as the agency found out. I think you should get a...

  25. Do you think some people just "dont have what it takes"

    AnnemRN replied to nursenatalie's topic in General Nursing

    llg-I think that is excellent advice--I can remember when I did floor nursing that if I was off work for even two days it was difficult to get back "in the swing of things". I think it is important...