CapeCodMermaid RN

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    "Peenie-wraps"?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to BrandonLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've been a nurse for 30 years and NEVER heard of such a thing. It seems to be a huge dignity issue. "Pardon me while I wrap your
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    Dangerous and Demented: What Usually Happens?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We try to find a spot in a geri-psych unit where the staff to resident ratio is better and the staff is specially trained to deal with these behaviors. First, though, we'd get a urine and some labs to...
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    Thank yous after interviews

    CapeCodMermaid replied to LetItBe_12's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have always sent my thank you emails the same day as the interview if I really wanted the job. If I didn't think it was going to be a good fit, I'd wait a
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    Am I asking for too much

    CapeCodMermaid replied to mvm2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have to disagree, politely of course, with misted. We are NOT here to SERVE the resident and their family. We are here to CARE for them. There is a huge difference. I suggest,politely of course, if...
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    Something the Lord Made

    CapeCodMermaid posted a topic in Cardiac

    Great movie starring Alan RicKman and Mos Def. Should be mandatory to watch this movie before working in cardiac nursing. It's a true story, unbelievably good acting. You'll get misty eyed when the...
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    Thank yous after interviews

    CapeCodMermaid replied to LetItBe_12's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'd send a note to each one. You never know if that note will be the one thing that gives you an edge to get the
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    Fair LTC starting pay (esp. in Mass.)?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to ivyleaf's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That seems like what most places are paying for your level of experience. You have to weigh the work load. I think I know the place you're referring to. IM me if you want...I could tell you lots about...
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    new LPN losing confidence, feeling burnt out after 3 months

    CapeCodMermaid replied to lifeisgood2012's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Maybe your friends are in the same boat as you but don't want to say anything. You've only been there for 3 months. Of course you're tired. And stress is a part of life. Give yourself some more time...
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    Overuse of antipsychotics in nursing homes

    CapeCodMermaid replied to hotflashion's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It sounds as if you are advocating death by Haldol as a reasonable alternative to living with end stage
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    High turnover in LTAC's?

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

    Gee...I was 'scolded' and didn't even realize it.I know the difference between LTAC and LTC/SNF levels of care. And I know the difference between subjective and objective. It bothers me when anyone...
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    What is the point of becoming a nurse?!

    CapeCodMermaid replied to newRN121's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Perhaps you should take an English class or at least learn to spell properly before you worry about getting a
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    Bed Bugs

    CapeCodMermaid replied to nl2005's topic in Home Health

    One's economic status has nothing to do with bed bugs. Even the Ritz Carlton has had trouble with
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    High turnover in LTAC's?

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

    Wow...I got NO orientation or mentoring or anything else when I was a new nurse working in the hospital. And there wasn't much need for most nurses there to think at all since the place was crawling...
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    Assisted Living

    CapeCodMermaid replied to adamsmom2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What is a
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    Is it possible for a RN to work five 12 hr days?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to f_nurse2b16's topic in General Nursing

    Back when I was younger...45ish, I worked at least 3 sixteen hour shifts and 2 eight hour shifts in the same week for a few months. I can't recommend it for a good quality of life, but it certainly is...
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    Resume stand out or resume death sentence???

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

    I see all the resumes people send in. No picture since it leaves the company open for a discrimination suit. All the fancy fonts won't get you in to see me. I just want to know your educational...
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    NCLEX - Quick Results

    CapeCodMermaid replied to nursegrace2012's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It depends on the facility's
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    Applying for non-RN positions

    CapeCodMermaid replied to k1p1ssk's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    A job is a job. Maybe if you're a u it secretary, you'll be in the right place if a nursing job opens
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    Is this legal??

    CapeCodMermaid replied to nurseruby's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    When I worked for the big K, we were supposed to go through the other nurses' MAR before end of shift to make sure all the meds were signed off. It lasted less than 2 weeks. And, to top it off, the...
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    Alteration of Scrub Uniform?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to EP10's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    There are many patterns available so you could sew your own. When I wore scrubs, I sewed all my own...I had one for every holiday,
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    Forced to stay and work under mandatory evacuation?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to squatmunkie_RN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I work in long term care. I've been at work for hurricanes, floods, and blizzards. We had a huge blizzard on a Saturday. They called me because I lived close by and asked me to come in. The facility...
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    How long was you orientation traing when you started in LTC?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I had less than 3 days. Now that I'm in charge, I make sure the new grads get at least a month if not more of orientation to the med pass, admissions, discharges, treatments, and all the other systems...
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    Is this the norm everywhere? Should I turn & run the other way?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to LPNKY2012's topic in General Nursing

    Not true, Brandon. Be careful with your EVERYs or
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    Nursing Shoes??

    CapeCodMermaid replied to KLBatchelor's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    30 years ago I spent $40 on my first pair of leather NurseMates. I wore them and wore them. When they were no longer fit to wear, I went to KMart and bought $8 washable leather sneakers...they were...
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    Broken spirit....

    CapeCodMermaid replied to RNsuperstar's topic in General Nursing

    If all the nurses who've made mistakes or who've gotten screamed at by doctors quit, there would be no one left to take care of the patients. We all make mistakes. You did the right thing. I do think...