Cherybaby

Cherybaby

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  1. Sounds like that CNA may have other issues. She is downright dangerous. Does your facility allow for random drugs screens? Something to think
  2. LTC Newbie...scared!

    Don't let anyone tell you something CAN'T be done. Do not be intimidated by someone elses perceptions. With a little practice and patience you may find yourself finishing up your medpass in the...
  3. Got fired

    Sadly you are going to find yourself in this situation from time to time. When I first came into LTC, I was really overwhelmed! I asked a lot of questions and thankfully I found a nurse who was...
  4. "Missing" narcotic please read need help!!!

    At my former job, we had great pharm delivery guys who understood that we were going to take our sweet time checking the cards and comparing it to the invoice. We didnt have a two nurse policy, we...
  5. Burned out for good after 27 years

    When I was in nursing school, they were STARVING for nursing professors. Maybe something in education? Just a
  6. licensed with an assault?

    Just to clarify, because I feel I need to... I stuck him with a butter knife because it was what was available. Didn't do very much damage, but it made me feel good
  7. Nurses that are late for report

  8. Nurses that are late for report

    Wow. I have run into the same situation SO many times. I am completely cool with the nurse that calls in and says she is running a little late because of kids, car or other last minute calamaties....
  9. How do you work with the "SUPERNURSE"!!!

    I feel really lucky. I worked with supernurse for two years and she took a real liking to me for some reason (probably because I am a Jew from NY transplanted to FL like she was). Anyway, supernurse...
  10. How far would you go to help someone.

    That would be a severely traumatic thing to watch. It doesn't surprise me that no one came forward. I would call 911 without hesitation, however, I have to be honest. I don't think that I would...
  11. Asking pay rate before being offered the job...

    That is just ridiculous. I have always asked about rate of pay on the phone prior to my interview. However, even the times that I forgot to do so, I always ask about it toward the end of an...
  12. 3 dui's in mi

    "But when an RN makes a mistake and then cries "I'm an addict". The BON gives THEM every consideration and then wipes away the record of the mistake." You are so wrong about
  13. Explaining circumcision to mom....

    "I was heard once telling my opinion to a mom. Well, she asked for my opinion. I told her that I would never do that to my child and for many reasons. I explained them. They were facts. WEll, I got in...
  14. No, I don't know if your insurance covers that. CALL YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY AND ASK THEM!
  15. Wondering if 50 is too old to go to RN school

    50 is the new 30! I say go for it!
  16. Need input on how to get help for Manic family member

    I can't offer you any advice as far as how to get him treated. As a person with bipolar disorder whose mania has been only recently controlled in the past year, I can feel your pain. I was indulging...
  17. An abusive nurse husband

    "Their patterns usually show that they will find any excuse to place their misfortunes on the victim and adding to that can make it more volatile." Thank you, Pagandeva, for clarifying my position....
  18. essay help

    What are the problems that you are encountering? More specifics would make for a better answer to your question.
  19. licensed with an assault?

    I have a felony assault charge on my record from 1990. I stabbed an ex-boyfriend who was abusing me for the past year. Despite the fact that I was the one who was being battered and had a nice...
  20. Boards -help

    Hi there. I am sorry you are feeling so badly. You shouldn't. Sometimes, it takes a few tries to pass the boards. How are you studying? Are you just reading text and trying to memorize? Pay...
  21. Do you always state that you are a nurse?

    I have to admit...early on in my career, I think I told EVERYONE that I was a nurse. That was only because I worked so hard to become one that I thought everyone should know! :) Nowadays? I keep my...
  22. New Nurses/CNAs! Have you gotten sick?

    Yep. Got the flu the very first week I went into an ALF. There was a rampant case of the flu going around with the patients and no matter how many times I washed my hands and used a mask I still got...
  23. You already have a good attitude! You are willing to learn! That's a huge step. There are some new grads who have real chips on their shoulders and aren't willing to be taught ANYTHING outside of...
  24. LPN Salary 2009 - what's competitive?

    I think this would be a really good question to post under a regional topic. That way you can get information on what is competitive in your local market. I know in Florida we make far less than the...
  25. LTC newbie.. CNA's hate me! help!

    I would talk with them. Catch them while they are getting their assignments and be friendly but firm. Tell them beforehand what you expect of them but do it with a smile on your face...you'll sound...