CapeCodMermaid RN

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    I'm tired of it!

    CapeCodMermaid replied to sunnyskies9's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It's not just acute care. In LTC we send out patient and family satisfaction surveys and have to deal with all sorts of crazy families. "why is mom/dad/grandma/grandpa tired?" Really? Grandma is 99...
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    BSN in LTC?

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

    I have never heard of anyone mandating a BSN to work in long term care. I don't have a BSN and I'm the
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    Documenting on patient falls or what looks like one in LTC

    CapeCodMermaid replied to lumbarpain's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I used to work for Kindred and they came up with a list of words we were supposed to use:Adult diaper=protective undergarment (pu)Patient=guestAdmission= check inDischarge= check outReally?? The new...
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    genesis healthcare

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

    LOL. I am the DON and I am a REAL ACTUAL WORKING NURSE.Good
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    Education of nurses

    CapeCodMermaid replied to PCU_RN9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I graduated in 1982 from a diploma program one thing we learned quickly was critical thinking skills....a skill that will NEVER be obsolete. We also learned to keep learning throughout our careers. I...
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    genesis healthcare

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

    Congratulations on getting a job. EVERY company has negatives and positives. Make this experience your own. Good luck and have fun. I only hope that ypu didn't get hired as the ADON or DON as a new...
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    Documenting on patient falls or what looks like one in LTC

    CapeCodMermaid replied to lumbarpain's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I spied with my little eye.....Sounds like they are kooky. Who cares what word you use? The rest of the note is more important: what was your assessment of the resident? Any injuries? MD and family...
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    New Grad with recent DUI; denied licensure

    CapeCodMermaid replied to nursingnerd25's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    A few comments:1.Don't post on here unless you are prepared for both positive and negative comments/reactions to what you've said.2.There is NEVER any excuse for getting behind the wheel of a car when...
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    letter from mother to daughter

    CapeCodMermaid replied to RunnerRN2015's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    So far I've seen this here, on LinkedIn, and at least one other site....I guess that means it hits home with a lot of
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    When to call or page the doctor?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to mibrow81's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If your facility uses Interact II use it. SBAR is a wonderful tool to quickly organize your thoughts before you call the
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    suspended :(

    CapeCodMermaid replied to stethoscope21's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The family was going to call the state because you ALMOST made a mistake? Maybe you should be pro active and ask for a refresher course on how to safely pass meds. You can't let any of the hundred...
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    Minimum requirements

    CapeCodMermaid replied to winnowill's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Same thing in Massachusetts...."sufficient staff to meet the needs of the
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    new grad -ltc

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Isitpossible's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Take your time learning the ropes. Make sure you get enough orientation and don't be shy about asking for more if you need it. Pay attention to the CNAs on your unit....they will be the best resource...
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    Found on the wall

    CapeCodMermaid replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Feel free to share this with
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    Sexual Harass of Staff by Residents?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to TurtleCat's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've been in nursing for more than 30 years. I've had my share of old guys and not so old guys make sexual comments. Set firm limits with them if they are alert and oriented. You don't need to subject...
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    Does your supervisor call & text you at all hours?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to CrazyGoonRN's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe I should start a different thread called "Does your staff call you at all hours?" i get calls at all hours. I wouldn't mind if the calls were about something important but they call for stupid...
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    Almost lost it last night

    CapeCodMermaid replied to catlvr's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Catlvr--you're right. All the nurses who should have changed the dressing would be counseled and if they had signed off in the treatment book that they had done something they hadn't done, they might...
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    Something that has been bothering me

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Griffin123's topic in MICU, SICU

    When I was a little kid I fell and split my chin and bit my tongue hard enough to have to go to the ER. The charming nurse who "took care" of me told me if I didn't keep the gauze on my tongue, I...
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    How can you neglect a patient and live with yourself?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to brainkandy87's topic in Emergency

    Another post bashing long term care. Most residents use Medicaid to pay for their stay. Medicaid pays less than $300 per day for an incontinent resident who is totally dependent on two people for...
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    CNA being "rough"?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Seriously?!'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't know what state you're in, but most have set regulations on how to deal with abuse. If your facility takes Medicare and Medicaid, you MUST have a written policy. Next time you are at work,...
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    Iv site labeling, instant removal for no date

    CapeCodMermaid replied to jrbl77's topic in General Nursing

    The last three times I was in the hospital as a patient, I had IV's. It was agony getting them started. None of them were dated. If anyone had tried to remove them simply for lack of a date, there...
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    CNA being "rough"?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to Seriously?!'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You should have ask accused how she handles residents, asked the accuser what she meant by rough, and then you should have assessed the resident head to toe. "..throwing her around" would most likely...
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    How many Hours per Week do you work

    CapeCodMermaid replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    50-55 on a regular week.....60+++ when DPH is in the
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    Is turning dying patients comfort care or not?

    CapeCodMermaid replied to C0252786's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Everyone is different. I, for one, do not like to be touched or fused over when I am really sick. I just want to get into a comfortable position and stay there.We turn patients to help prevent...
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    How appropriate would this be?

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

    I think you should wait at least a week. People get busy and two days is an unusually quick turn