geniann

geniann

LTC, rehab, and now office nursing

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  1. How would the doctor know?

    geniann posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I work for a VERY busy family practice. My doctor is great but he is WAY to trusting. I walk into rooms all the time and find his script pad on the desk- I am afraid to leave them around for fear a...

  2. How would the doctor know?

    geniann replied to geniann's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Well I talked to some of the other nurses in the office and one jokingly said something to doc- He said " yeah I know"- he didn't leave any behind since. Thank you ladies for your insight. Where I...

  3. What have other nurses done that have freaked you out?

    geniann replied to texas_lvn's topic in General Nursing

    Just when I think I have heard it all!! I can't believe some of these stories- How on earth do some of these nurses sleep at night!!! I always thought nursing was just that "NURSING"- caring and...

  4. To grow a backbone....

    geniann replied to Lisa CCU RN's topic in General Nursing

    I am one of the most passive people around. I am usually proud of it but at work I had to be the "boss" and that is NOT fun. I had to tell women who are old enough to be my mother to do something- not...

  5. Being treated like dirt from the aides...

    geniann replied to Dempather's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had this same problem when I began at a local LTC facility. I was WAY too nice and they took advantage of me. Finally I had to write some of them up and I also had my supervisor, the DON and myself...

  6. What have other nurses done that have freaked you out?

    geniann replied to texas_lvn's topic in General Nursing

    Besides just pulling a resident off the floor and putting them back in bed after they have fallen, then acting like nothing happened because they didn't want to do the paperwork:nono:- a few other...

  7. View disciplinary actions?

    geniann posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was wondering if there is a site to view healthcare professionals disciplinary actions? I know when I lived in PA, I recieved a newsletter every 6 months that listed various nursing information and...

  8. Anyone with chronic back pain ever get better?

    geniann replied to Kirsti1181's topic in General Nursing

    L5/S1 herniation and severe degeneration with cervical scoliosis here! Been living in pain for 2 years- I agree with PT- it helped me so much. I was completley off narcotic pain meds while I went for...

  9. View disciplinary actions?

    geniann replied to geniann's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks mamason- I did try that site but that info is not on there. I hope someone else replies- I am trying to find it but can't. I also wonder if I need to subscribe for a nursing mag- I recieved it...

  10. What is your daily routine in SNF(long term care?)

    geniann replied to Kashia's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The Commuter did an excellent job of answering your question for double shifts- I work 12 hour shifts and do a few things differntly. I don't prepour my meds and I have 31 residents. I also am not...

  11. New Lpn to work for agency? Any suggestions?

    geniann replied to amandasaidso's topic in Agency Nurses

    Since it has been a couple weeks since your original post, how are things going? Are you working for the agency? I worked for agency right out of nursing school and worked 11-7 at hospitals and LTC's....

  12. What's your favorite pair of nursing shoes?

    geniann replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I loved my old Rockers but after reading all the posts about Crocs, I must buy a pair. I have back problems and my Rockers were the best- then they wore out and I could not find another pair like...

  13. Ever feel under appreciated???

    geniann replied to Jamie Dale's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes, yes and Yes. I think I felt most unappreciated when I worked in the hospital. There are always the great RN's, but the horrible ones sure stick out in my mind- thank goodness there were only a...

  14. Near Death Experience's

    geniann replied to bcskittlez's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't had any patients tell me of their NDE but I myslef had one. July 7,2004, I went in for a hysterectomy. The doc wanted to do it lady partslly but found the 3 1/2 pound tumor too large- Duh!...

  15. Flex time in LTC, Interview tomorrow!

    geniann replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sorry nd_mom- My bad- I misunderstood your question- I must have been half asleep when I read it. Hope things are going well for

  16. Can anyone help with routine at skilled nursing?

    geniann replied to Kashia's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with everything Nurset1981 said- those are great ideas. A good report sheet can save ALOT of time and mental stress. I always check for odd timed meds a the beginning of the shift- I would...

  17. Decubitus ulcer prevention

    geniann replied to Nvr2Old's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Air mattresses, Float heels on pillows, skin prep to boney prominences and tips of toes, massages (especially to back and buttocks) with lotion to incease circulation, proper incontinent care...

  18. Please Help..what is the routine at SNF's

    geniann replied to Kashia's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Like the Commuter said, you have that 2 hour window for the med pass. Another thing is to be prepared ahead of time. As soon as you get report and count your narcs, go thru the MAR and TAR. Stock...

  19. Advice for LTC

    geniann replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree with the others regarding the CNA's. One other thing is to remember is to not only listen to them, but make sure they understand YOU are THEIR supervisor. Most cna's will not take advantage...

  20. Tips on how NOT to appear like a Drug seeker

    geniann replied to WillowBrook's topic in Emergency

    I too know what it is like to not be believed. It is beyond frustrating- and of course we must deal with the pain. kk2000, I had almost the same situation. Then I see an ortho doc and he tells me "I...

  21. LPN pay in LTC

    geniann replied to Todd SPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The LTC facilty I am working at did the same thing- new grads making more than me! So frustrating- especially on nights. They are paying weekend night nurses $25/hr even with no experience! When I...

  22. Lpn school

    geniann replied to oukoayiera's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I did not go to school in NC but in PA- my LPN cost $5500 and that included books and IV course. It was a Tech school. Good luck to

  23. Flex time in LTC, Interview tomorrow!

    geniann replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    LTC is not for everyone. I am not saying that to discourage you. Just being honest. LTC can get very hectic- there will be several days with no lunch and no breaks. I work 12 hour shifts and end alot...

  24. Interview in AM. Nervous!!

    geniann posted a topic in General Nursing

    I faxed my resume to a local doctors office and just got a call for an interview in the morning. I am so nervous! I don't know what to expect. I have never worked in an office setting before and I...

  25. 30 unit option very tempting...

    geniann replied to missnursiepooh's topic in LPN to RN

    Never heard of it. Can you give me more info on this? I too am interested in getting an Rn a little faster- Wonder how accredited it would be? Hope someone