tiroka03

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  1. Do the state inspectors ever show up on noc shift?

    tiroka03 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Once we had them show up at 5:30. They weren't too interested in working yet. I offered them coffee, and they sat down and drank it. So I was able to finish med pass while they drank coffee. HAHA....

  2. What is a typical lpn day like?

    tiroka03 replied to JessicaAAA's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I start off by getting coffee and then report, in that order exactly. For the first hour I am giving scheduled meds and prns, and helping the aides toliet and quiet pts. I work nights. I try to do...

  3. just venting..replies welcome

    tiroka03 replied to hospicemom's topic in General Nursing

    Some people, no matter how theraputic your conversation is, will be NASTY. My sister has physc problems, and she waits for the "sucker" who is new to her. It's like fresh meat to her. Can she make...

  4. digital stimulation, any suggestions

    tiroka03 replied to tiroka03's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your replies. I think this pts demands are unreasonable too. But, management sees it otherwise. I think we should all share in the fun. What happens if I get I hurt finger = Worksman's...

  5. Eekk!!! Criminal background check!!! (LONG)

    tiroka03 replied to jaimealmostRN's topic in General Nursing

    The criminal check is a normal process. It is used to keep known abusive people out of contact with vunerable adults. This has nothing to do with your past behaviors as a teen, or an adult. Once I...

  6. just venting..replies welcome

    tiroka03 replied to hospicemom's topic in General Nursing

    I've had a pt get angry because I wouldn't massage her with a cream that was contra indicated to massage. Sorry can't do it. She went to management and tried to get me fired. Shocked that someone...

  7. Help me, I hate Nursing!!!

    tiroka03 replied to HJBeans's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with the posts. You need to put yourself first. burnout is serious. impossible to function when your in a burnout state. You may need meds or you may need a little counselling, your life...

  8. cant get an answer anywhere

    tiroka03 replied to shllby1's topic in General Nursing

    When I worked in the hospital it was on a medical floor. They seperated med and surg. In medical you will see many people to sick or painful to be home. The best advise I can give you is to take...

  9. Coworker was fired yesterday.

    tiroka03 replied to flashpoint's topic in General Nursing

    Personal dynamics of a situation you are facing are interesting. Recently a co worker of my was fired for basically the same thing. She also wanted to use me as a reference. I said no, but I am...

  10. Need examples of Shift Change...

    tiroka03 replied to PSA, RN's topic in General Nursing

    we do taped reports. However many nurses don't like it and do verbal. It seems to me that taped reports are much more to the point. Verbal reports are lengthy and chit chaty. It wastes my time....

  11. Opinions regarding induction with parents

    tiroka03 replied to Brenna's Dad's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    My child has had numerous surgery. When she was a baby, I didn't watch. I could barely stand to hand her over. It was hellish. Last week she had a dental work induction done with a mask. No...

  12. Obesity in the hospital

    tiroka03 replied to dietersmanifesto's topic in General Nursing

    I do see people more wiling to care for normal sized pts. When an obese pt rings, most people will groan and slowly drag over there. When they are in the room with the pt, of course they are pleasant...

  13. Staff RNs in LTC

    tiroka03 replied to surfnbeagle's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I too work in a subacute facility, as a LPN. We have RN's. Most refuse to asses when an emergency arises. The last time I needed ones expertise, I called over where he was breaking for the last 2...

  14. Isn't pain whatever the patient says it is???

    tiroka03 replied to momcats3's topic in Pain Management

    Say registered nut, and others :) who have replied to my question about pt refusing pain meds. I appreciate your replies. This has given me a lot to think about. Your answers are right to the...

  15. Isn't pain whatever the patient says it is???

    tiroka03 replied to momcats3's topic in Pain Management

    I've had people deny pain, and I know for a fact they are having pain. But, I can't force pain pills down their throat. If they refuse to take the pill, what is your

  16. Story on Oprah: Cradle Rape

    tiroka03 replied to NannaNurse's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, you cannot have sex with a baby. That implies the baby is actively participating. The only thing you can do is rape a baby. How can men do that, watch a baby cry and continue this?...

  17. my supervisor is becoming forgetful

    tiroka03 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a LPN and work under an RN whose skills I question. She seems to be declining mental and emotionally. As time passes, her abilities are more erractic. I have contacted my superiors, but since...

  18. Are you ashamed of being a nurse?

    tiroka03 replied to Mijourney's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, I am proud to be a nurse. What I am not proud of is how little we are paid for the work we do,and the risks we take. Risks as in infectious diseases, angry patients ect. Would any other job...

  19. Floor Nurse Stress

    tiroka03 replied to SthRNBelle's topic in General Nursing

    I remember my first days on the job as a brand new nurse. I was so excited and had gotten almost straight A's in school. But, it only took my 10 mins to realize that my schooling as good as it was,...

  20. Do you wear makeup?

    tiroka03 replied to FutureNurse2005's topic in General Students

    Being a night nurse, using a small flashlight in the pts rooms, I don't bother with makeup. No one really sees my face anyway. I suppose I do give the day people a scare when the lights come on. I...

  21. tension between EMT and LTC nurses?

    tiroka03 replied to smk1's topic in General Nursing

    Just an update. I had written that I learned a lot from this particular topic. So, I decieded to put it to the test. We had to call for EMT services to transport a patient to the hospital. So,...

  22. Medical Assistants in the office

    tiroka03 replied to SHELLYBELLYRN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    On my unit we have an n/ar who is studying to be a MA. She has been studying for the past 15 years for this position. Stil haven't passed it. But, the attitude she has about her education and...

  23. Switching to night shift?

    tiroka03 replied to JacelRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't read the paper at work, you must have misunderstood. Anyway, I am writing this at home. If I was writing at work, I would be on my lunch break. But, I prefer to spend my lunches with my...

  24. Switching to night shift?

    tiroka03 replied to JacelRN's topic in General Nursing

    In my facility, I have worked all three shifts. I prefer nights for several reasons. 1. There are less politics. I say that because of the upper management is never seen. That is a blessing....

  25. What do you do if a doctor yells at you?

    tiroka03 replied to mitchsmom's topic in General Nursing

    Starting at 10pm and needing to call the doctor over something which needed to be attended to during the day will make me mad. If the doctor makes a comment I tell them I just came on duty so I...