CapeCodMermaid RN

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    Make sure the reference you provide is expecting a call.

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I got a call from another DNS asking for a reference on someone who had worked for me. I didn't mean to but when she said I was given as a reference I burst out laughing and said "You're joking,...
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    ANCC Gerontology Exam

    CapeCodMermaid replied to PriscillaC's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I really didn't study since when I took the exam I'd been in the field for years. All multiple choice...mostly common sense
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    ANCC Gerontology Exam

    CapeCodMermaid replied to PriscillaC's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I took the exam years ago. I didn't find it
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    Negotiating Call-Should I try?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Palmetto_Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    If you feel strongly about the on call, by all means mention it. If you don't, you might be unhappy or resentful. It never hurts to ask. I got a call about a job, had an interview and asked for what I...
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    Following up from interview

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Futuresos's topic in First Year After Licensure

    A long long time ago, I had applied for a manager's job. I hadn't heard anything for a while. Back then I was not as assertive as I am now, so I didn't say or do anything. My young son, however, said...
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    No call/ No show

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Redder's topic in General Nursing

    I wonder how many of you complain when you have to work short because the person calling out didn't give enough notice so the shift could be filled. I'm sure you'll find some way to blame management....
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    Rehab needs to get a clue

    CapeCodMermaid replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My med nurses do more than pass meds. They do assessments, treatments, charting, assisting the CNAs.... In Massachusetts we do not have medication aides. The issue comes up every few years but the...
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    Rehab needs to get a clue

    CapeCodMermaid replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am not hostile and truly believe in team work. But, we've gone to great lengths to arrange the med pass around the schedule of the rehab patients. The rehab staff , however, can't seem to follow the...
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    Doctor's allow you to live, nurses make you want to live

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    This was posted on Facebook and received entirely different kinds of
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    Travel/Interim DNS

    CapeCodMermaid replied to LTCRN4LIFE's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I, too, have thought of doing this when I don't need to be employed full
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    GDR's, what has been your experience?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to terraqueous's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    No, Katie. Those drugs are NOT good for you, especially if you are an old person. If you are a psychotic old person, the drugs can certainly help and at times relieve horrible emotional pain, but on...
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    Would you feel something was wrong...

    CapeCodMermaid replied to mvm2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Maybe the DNS finally had it with bad nurses and has decided to get rid of them
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    Looking to put grandma in LTC...what to be on look out for?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to rahchacha's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Walk in the front door and ask for a tour. Take a deep breath. Does it smell like urine? If it does, get out! Observe the staff's interaction with the residents. Even if they are busy, do they engage...
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    New Rn and LTC charting

    CapeCodMermaid replied to ricksy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Here is what I give my nurses to use to chart on Medicare/skilled residents. You only need to chart in one place....not on the MAR and in the nurses' notes DAILY SKILLED DOCUMENTATION
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    New Grad BSN RN...offered position into LTC post hospital unit as charge nurse

    CapeCodMermaid replied to CallMeNurseNek's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wasting your degree working in long term care???? Really????? I think not. I don't think you will be able to handle all there is to be done in long term care with that attitude. We do everything the...
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    How long would you give it?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to freesia29's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    There is no one answer. Each company 'takeover' is different depending on the company. Electronic documentation is where we are all headed. Maybe the older nurses don't like to change...although I...
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    MARS: electronic or paper?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to hope3456's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've used many different systems and my facility is just about to plug head first into total EHR. Personally, I can't wait!!! Instead of writing an order, putting it in the emar, adding it to the care...
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    Thank you note question

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Scarlettz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Good for
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    how to explain that I will help them after med pass

    CapeCodMermaid replied to SleeepyRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Politely but firmly: I will be glad to help you as soon as I'm done passing my meds. I'm sure you understand that I wouldn't want to make a mistake because I was distracted. Thank you for...
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    Thank you note question

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Scarlettz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think the point is, it's a thank you. Personally I don't care if you write it, print it, type it or use a crayon. I think it's a lovely gesture and if there is one job and all else is equal, the...
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    What do you do about doctors who don't write scripts for narcotics/sleeping pills etc

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    There has always been a federal law stating a script must be sent before a med is dispensed. The DEA only recently started to enforce it because there aren't enough drug lords to arrest and we all...
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    Job Interview on Monday

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Katie13LPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I haven't read something so demeaning and disrespectful to old people in years. Old people are NOT babies and shouldn't be treated as though they
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    lawsuits

    CapeCodMermaid replied to nicole68's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't think 650mg of acetaminophen ever saved anyone's life. If she acted in a prudent manner and did what a similarly educated person would do, she'll be fine. Anyone can sue you for anything but...
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    What do you do about doctors who don't write scripts for narcotics/sleeping pills etc

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Threaten to call the Medical
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    My Resume

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Katie13LPN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Spell check won't help with the their there and they're errors. Always have someone else read your resume' before you send it