drwatson

Latest Activity

1. Cameras in nursing homes?

   drwatson posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

   How do you all feel about cameras (Granny cams) in LTC facilities? 2 states, I believe Texas and New Mexico allow

2. New to LTC. Any tips for me?

   drwatson replied to TheCommuter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   33 patient's? 4 days orientation? they should give you more orientation; and they will, only if you tell them you need it to do a professional job. it takes a while to learn your 33 patient's, and new...

3. Can CNA's dispense meds in NH? Skilled nurse on site?

   drwatson posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Help. My question is two fold. first, my father is in the Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. The building he is in is not physically connected to the larger nursing home, (it's walking distance). An...

4. Help! My grandma is in LTC, advice needed!

   drwatson replied to L&Dnurse2Be's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   You can report the facility to the state (dept of elderly affairs)if you are not satisifed with the DON's response. My father was in the same situation, I called the state, people were fired and it's...

5. Activities for Dementia Unit

   drwatson replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Play old familiar songs, like Bing Crosby, Doris