bandaidexpert BSN, RN

bandaidexpert is a BSN, RN and specializes in MDS Coordinator, CWS.

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1. How do I delete my old threads?

   bandaidexpert replied to forget it!'s topic in General Nursing

   Heather, where do you get this stuff????? :roll

2. Constipation

   bandaidexpert replied to adrienurse's topic in General Nursing

   Our docs prescribe Miralax 7gms in 8oz of H2O QD, which is very effective. We do have a bowel protocol, 3 days no BM, MOM is given by 3-11 shift. If no results, day shift gives suppository, still no...

3. Do you approach patients or families about code status?

   bandaidexpert replied to RNinICU's topic in General Nursing

   Our SSD usually is responsible for this task, however, I tend to call the family for a meeting with the team. Oftentimes we are put in the position to inform families of the need for LTC for the rest...

4. Having a nurse as a CEO?

   bandaidexpert replied to kaycee's topic in General Nursing

   Our facility Administrator is an RN. She runs the facility with a very resident oriented philosophy, which makes it an awesome place to work. More power to

5. SQ injections in emaciated pts

   bandaidexpert replied to starr234's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Sometimes our opinion(although always right) as healthcare professionals is not accepted. As much as I agree with you all, I have a 103 y/o who is a full code!!!! The HC surragate just can't bring...

6. Nurse fantasies

   bandaidexpert replied to zumalong's topic in General Nursing

   You are all dreaming!!! I am with you

7. Sick call policy

   bandaidexpert replied to goldgram's topic in Nurse Management

   goldgram: Is there a reason you don't have a pool? We instituted the weekend call off rule about a year ago. It has been very effective, however, call offs happen. We have a list of pool staff that...

8. CNA Week game ideas??

   bandaidexpert replied to flopmingale's topic in General Nursing

   Hi! We do a spin off of Jeopardy with topics in preparation for survey. We have built this very inexpensive board with velcro and such. The CNA's love it and it really educates them on what is...

9. Legal Signature

   bandaidexpert replied to netrn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   An accepted alternative to signature stamps is having each nurse sign a designated form. This form is placed in front of the MAR, TAR. As new nurses are hired, they are added and form is updated. Our...

10. Frequent Faller

    bandaidexpert replied to StormyCD's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Stormy, I have worked in LTC for so long, these type of residents are so common. Have you tried a bed alarm? It's a strip that is placed under the sheet on the mattress. I have found this is very...

11. Nurses week Cheap gifts from admin.

    bandaidexpert replied to nilepoc's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I have it good, but, I work for a wonderful facility. This year we are having a "Surf & Turf dinner at a very expensive hotel and we get a $150 gift certificate to the local mall. I do...