CapeCodMermaid RN

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    First Job as new grad.

    CapeCodMermaid replied to cassi_future_RN's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    There are literally hundreds of conversations on here that cover this topic. Try to be organized from day 1. Some people take notes on everything. Do what works for you. Ask questions but not when the...
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    LTC facility trying to fire me over refusing to take on 50 residents

    CapeCodMermaid replied to NurseGeorgiapeach's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I believe it's only abandonment if you accept the assignment and then leave. If you didn't take the keys, you didn't accept the assignment. Yikes...sounds like an awful place. I reported a nurse for...
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    Critical lab

    CapeCodMermaid replied to shorescharlotte's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our docs know that many of the residents are difficult sticks. They assume we'll start the IV fluids when we get the line started. That said, the day shift should have done more than they
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    LTC facility trying to fire me over refusing to take on 50 residents

    CapeCodMermaid replied to NurseGeorgiapeach's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What shift is this? 50 on the 11-7 seems okay to me. Impossible for the other two
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    acute care nurse looking into ADON position

    CapeCodMermaid replied to chemo_nurse's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    A DNS or ADNS needs EXPERIENCE in long term care. If you don't know the regs and the ins and outs of working in a skilled facility, you wouldn't be an effective leader. I've hired acute care nurses as...
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    Problem with current job

    CapeCodMermaid replied to ArusDobby's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    1. There is no such thing as 'reverse discrimination'. Discrimination is discrimination. 2. What in the world is 'somebody of black persuation'? 3. What 'State' are you going to report this supposed...
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    Abuse swept under the rug

    CapeCodMermaid replied to baygrl11's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Really? Are you sure of your facts? I've worked in no less than 9 nursing homes and NEVER saw anyone sweep abuse under the rug. I report everything to the DPH, including an allegation of a nurse...
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    Probably getting fired from ICU...how can I move into full-time LTAC from prn status?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to allthesmallthings's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    If you are fired, they are breaking the contract, not you. Something doesn't sound right about
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    Facility closing

    CapeCodMermaid replied to motherof3sons's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'm very sorry to hear this. The government needs to wise up and reimburse us for the care we give. This is just the
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    Geriatric magazine

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Lundazi's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Last time I read an article in the magazine of the National Gerontological Nursing Association there was an article on how to best give a bed bath. I kid you not, the article suggested we need hot...
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    Medical staff warned: Keep your mouths shut about illegal immigrants or face arrest

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Hotfornursing's topic in Infectious Disease

    The big deal is these people are coming here illegally and bringing diseases with them that we had mostly eradicated. Measles on the rise...TB...nasty nasty
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    Heat and LTC facilities

    CapeCodMermaid replied to motherof3sons's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We have central air in the halls. Every other room has a P-TAC so each room can be a different temp. In my office the heater is more efficient than the air conditioner. We make rounds constantly to...
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    Nursing Supervisor salary

    CapeCodMermaid replied to KBICU's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Someone with only two years of nursing experience should NOT be in a supervisory
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    Charting on Dementia/Alzheimer's

    CapeCodMermaid replied to grad2012RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If the resident has dementia why chart their mental status? Do you chart A &O x 3 on every cognitively intact resident? I see nurses writing things just to write
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    Teaching Health Education to Dementia/Alzheimer's Pts.

    CapeCodMermaid replied to grad2012RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Are you sure these people have enough cognitive ability to learn and retain new information? Will they be going home? Your time might be better spent teaching their family members if they will be the...
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    What's up with this?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I read every resume before I call to make sure the person has the qualifications...why waste my time and
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    Had a patient fall

    CapeCodMermaid replied to ArrrrEnnn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    People fall. If the woman was independent what else could have been done to prevent the fall? Please don't beat yourself up over this. I do, however, find the term 'walkie talkie' to be disrespectful...
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    New Grad Home Health Possible or Impending Doom?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Vulpes vulpes's topic in Home Health

    I think you're crazy to take a home health job as a new grad. You'll be on your own with no experience? You worked hard for your license....it sounds like it will be in
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    Why is LTC so hated

    CapeCodMermaid replied to MadameFreckles's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Nursey stuff and cool wounds???
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    Legend / Non-legend Drugs

    CapeCodMermaid replied to NurseGuyBri's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I don't know what insurance companies you're used to dealing with, but most of them do NOT pay for over the counter
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    I Hope No One Hires You

    CapeCodMermaid posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yeah, this is a rant. I had a nurse quit today....no notice. I really hope karma comes back and bites her in the butt. No excuse whatsoever for quitting without
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    Management of Personalities Question

    CapeCodMermaid replied to NurseGuyBri's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Yeah, but who would get to be in
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    Proper undergarments under WHITE PANTS

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Purple Lady's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I worked in a place that mandated white underwear under our uniforms. The medical director was very quick to volunteer to be the one
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    Why is LTC so hated

    CapeCodMermaid replied to MadameFreckles's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's apparent none of you ever worked in Massachusetts. I've worked in more than 10 nursing homes over the years and I would have had my family member at any of them. We give consistently good care. I...
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    Do any nursing homes use "agency staffing" anymore?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We haven't used agency nurses in