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    Brand new LTC LPN

    SuesquatchRN replied to NamasteNurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Learn defensive charting - how to phrase things in such a way that they are honest but State won't ding you. And ding they will. Ask your
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    Peer Review Help Please!!

    SuesquatchRN replied to nrsmela's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Answer this post and then you'll have the PM privileges. PM me and I'll review
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    Got a talking to....

    SuesquatchRN replied to amyqt's topic in General Students

    Yes, this is what you should be doing. Paste a phony smile on your face until it freezes and get through it. I have discovered that sometimes instructors really don't like people for whom it comes...
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    Nurse concern for patient, but doctor unconcerned and declines to see patient

    SuesquatchRN replied to DMRubes's topic in General Nursing

    A very detailed nursing note saying, "VS at xxxx. Pt c/o of xxxx. Dr. x informed at 0900. He stated that 'blah blah blah.' " Report off and alert the
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    Narc Scrips-- hearings in Congress

    SuesquatchRN replied to actioncat's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Done.
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    First day of Orientation?

    SuesquatchRN replied to jpt's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If you are an RN and on nights I can guarantee that you are the supervisor. Three days is not enough. I got more than that and I have LTC
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    New LPN Grad, Charge nurse and 60 pts.??? Help!

    SuesquatchRN replied to BluEyedLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Good for you! My instinct would be to leave it off, but YMMV. Are there any facilities where you WANT to work? Go on NOT a Monday, after around 9 a.m., and find the DON. Look nice, have a resume....
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    Brand new LTC LPN

    SuesquatchRN replied to NamasteNurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Look at Miralax as well. My docs are in love with that stuff. Diltiazem, metoprolol, lisinopril, lasix and HCTZ, digoxin. And congratulations! I am in NYS and your limitations as an LPN in LTC are:...
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    Student Nurse with LTC question RE: clothing

    SuesquatchRN replied to soupermom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I beg your pardon. We do not use powder. It is a safety hazard if it spills. Many of my ladies prefer to be brassiere-free. If they are busty enough, or have a pannus (belly) with big folds we will...
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    Co Workers

    SuesquatchRN replied to tobesmartt's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Quit trying. They're probably perverse enough that they enjoy hurting someone. Most groups end up with a goat (I've been it) and in this group, you're it. Hugs. And hold your head
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    SO am I the only one who loves LTC?

    SuesquatchRN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's all complying with regulations and being able to document the freaking obvious. But actually, once you get that part down and stop being cranky about the fact that the sun rises , it's
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    Anyone take antidepressants?

    SuesquatchRN replied to RN1982's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Depression is as physical an illness as diabetes.
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    Will the real Dr. House plz stand up!

    SuesquatchRN replied to Mr. Evans's topic in General Nursing

    I love that show. I also love Nurse Jackie. I guess dark humor and flawed people appeal to me. I don't watch television for reality. Were that show real the second time House asked for peppermint...
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    Is Nursing Right for Me? (Holistic-Minded)

    SuesquatchRN replied to jkmk's topic in General Students

    The problem you will find in nursing will not be so much close-mindedness (although it is there), but a lack of time and resources to practice holistically. Nursing encompasses the entire person. The...
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    Any students with hearing aids or hearing loss out there?

    SuesquatchRN replied to Peanutter1's topic in General Students

    I am a nurse with a moderate hearing loss and wear a hearing aid in my right ear. I use a good steth - Littmann Cardiology III - and CAREFULLY place my most expensive item in a pocket. I don't need...
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    Co Workers

    SuesquatchRN replied to tobesmartt's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Eleven years? Wow. Do you have any clues as to what it might
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    Not admitted to testing center

    SuesquatchRN replied to jdagoso's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, you will have to pay again.
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    Will the real Dr. House plz stand up!

    SuesquatchRN replied to Mr. Evans's topic in General Nursing

    Pssst.... it's
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    SO am I the only one who loves LTC?

    SuesquatchRN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Gah. I couldn't stand that, either. But then, I hated being a floor nurse in LTC as well, so there's
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    Co Workers

    SuesquatchRN replied to tobesmartt's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It can take a looooong time to be accepted. Just hang in. And honestly, for now, just keep your thoughts to yourself unless it is affecting resident
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    feeling low, need encouragment...

    SuesquatchRN replied to bernikitty's topic in General Nursing

    He sounds like an awful person who is enjoying jerking you and his children around. I have no advice, just a
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    To print or not to print, that is the ?

    SuesquatchRN replied to rukiddingme's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    It has to be a part of the system's design. Basically, I can't because I don't have rights to that signature line. Only authorized people can sign off and that sign-off is as good as an ink...
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    Not sure if Im posting on the right board

    SuesquatchRN replied to Natingale's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Big deal out of nothing. For all you know the person consented. There'll be enough to get agitated about for real.
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    NOT FOR ME???

    SuesquatchRN replied to Dreamer74's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    We need you. Please
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    To print or not to print, that is the ?

    SuesquatchRN replied to rukiddingme's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    Our system has an e-signature