SDALPN

SDALPN

Peds(PICU, NICU float), PDN, ICU

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  1. Nurses aren't maids!

    SDALPN replied to AnaCatRN's topic in Private Duty

  2. Advice needed for PD LPN

    SDALPN replied to Oldfashion's topic in Private Duty

    PDN isn't for new grads. Next, get used to being let go for anything by a family. They will complain that you're breathing if they think they can complain about it. You crossed boundaries that...

  3. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

    If I have something like this that needs to be discussed with my supervisor, I make sure it's mentioned in email. Even if it's discussed later by phone. That way I have written record of notifying a...

  4. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

    That reply is code for lay low and keep quiet so we can keep the case and keep making money off the next warm body with a license. If you say/do something, they will just tell you they don't have...

  5. Is Netflix your BFF? What do you watch?

    SDALPN replied to CloudySue's topic in Private Duty

    Better that the nurse is awake to hear and respond to an alarm by watching a movie rather than sleeping and responding while drowsy. Try hulu and vudu. Redbox just came out with streaming, but it's...

  6. The OTHER nurse cleans... hint, hint

    SDALPN replied to CloudySue's topic in Private Duty

    This always makes things bad for the other nurses on the case. Report three nurse to your supervisor. Nothing will probably be done, but at least you have reported it. Even better if it's in writing...

  7. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

  8. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

  9. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

    Usually because those are the only available cases. No nurse in their right mind is going to give up a good case easily to end up in the bad cases. There is no need for abuse from anyone on either...

  10. Start up of a free clinic

    SDALPN replied to ttouslee's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Around here LPNs start in upper teens to 20/hr. It's less than we're worth. But LPNs should never be viewed as cheap

  11. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

    True. I was just looking at part of the picture and the pattern I've noticed. We all have to put up with crap to an extent. But I've seen too many nurses put up with abusive situations. I've been...

  12. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

  13. Start up of a free clinic

    SDALPN replied to ttouslee's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    LPNs are not cheap labor

  14. Home care nurse experiencing verbal abuse by family member of patient.

    SDALPN replied to prada5's topic in Private Duty

    It sounds like you both have crossed boundaries. Ask for another case. One poster stated all for an LPN case, but most cases both types of nurses can work. I've never seen an "LPN case"in my area as...

  15. Car or Public Transport

    SDALPN replied to souleater11's topic in Private Duty

    But the kids name wouldn't be listed on the property (assuming the nurse does peds). With technology these days, if someone wants info bad enough, they can get it even without us sharing anything....

  16. Car or Public Transport

    SDALPN replied to souleater11's topic in Private Duty

    It has to be identifiable info. To say a kid with CP with address info or a trach/vent case with address wouldn't identify them. To live in a small town with one child with down syndrome that everyone...

  17. Car or Public Transport

    SDALPN replied to souleater11's topic in Private Duty

    I've always wondered if the o2 signs on the homes give too much info. They are great when going to a new case when the homes don't have numbers. But most people don't put them up unless they are made...

  18. Car or Public Transport

    SDALPN replied to souleater11's topic in Private Duty

    I can see that. But many nurses have multiple cases, so seeing where one lives wouldn't specify. If I were a parent, I think I would have to really know the nurse before I'd allow them to have another...

  19. Trach change disagreement with Case manager

    SDALPN replied to zook1065's topic in Private Duty

  20. Trach change disagreement with Case manager

    SDALPN replied to zook1065's topic in Private Duty

    We still call them ties even if they are the Velcro type. This situation is plain and simple. The patient has the right to refuse. What took place was battery/assault. Simply document the refusal and...

  21. Car or Public Transport

    SDALPN replied to souleater11's topic in Private Duty

    I think it may depend on the area. In my area public transportation is looked down upon (though it shouldn't be). I've had a few parents complain to me that they didn't like the nurse taking public...

  22. Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    SDALPN replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    Yes! Never forget that they are all businesses and their main goal is to make money and not lose what they have. You are replaceable, their business isn't as easy to replace. If a Dr, hospital,...

  23. Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    SDALPN replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    It would be impossible for the agency to juggle which nurses could work for each different insurance. It's not a rule by agency as it can be found in the rules for medicare/medicaid. The person above...

  24. Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    SDALPN replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    The problem is new grads don't have the experience to know how little experience they have and the danger involved. While most days are "easy", it gives a false sense of security. Then something...

  25. Anyone working Pediatric Home Care?

    SDALPN replied to Baubo516's topic in Private Duty

    In a nursing home you have a safety net of nurses and an RN on site as well. You don't have that luxury in the home. And yes, those agencies are breaking the law. Some agencies do it here and make...