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CoffeeRTC BSN, RN

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  1. Why do OTC protein test strips not exist?

    CoffeeRTC replied to 2011NursingStudent's topic in General Nursing

    I had to get the strips when I was pregnant and had to ask the pharmacist for them. The do cost $$ and have a short shelf life. If you get them frequently, know your s/s and have a relationship...

  2. NM hanged up on me:(

    CoffeeRTC replied to Blackbear13's topic in General Nursing

    I would have called back...could have been an accidental hang up. "Hi, I was just talking to you and I think we got

  3. Sharing prescriptions of non narcotic medications

    CoffeeRTC replied to LadyMonteCarlo's topic in General Nursing

    I would say no. I kinda did something like this for myself tho. I was taking Zofran 4mg for nausea. 30 tabs cost $50 with the insurance. Sometimes I would need the 8mg or need to take it more...

  4. bird aviary

    CoffeeRTC replied to doitallnurse's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Not the same with the infection control issues, but we had a fish tank for a while. Nice to look at and had a calming effect, but when the person that took care of them left...no one wanted to care...

  5. New DON

    CoffeeRTC replied to doitallnurse's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    We have a report sheet that comes in a spiral note book. There are spaces to write the residents name and a brief description of what you are reporting. There also is a check off space to check what...

  6. Frustrated and overwhelmed at work...Vent/Advice?

    CoffeeRTC replied to AltaEnfermera's topic in General Nursing

    Gosh, I got away from the MDS after PPS came into play. I can just imagine how the 3.0 is now! How many residents are you resposnible for? Can you get a copy of your job description and go from...

  7. What would you have done?

    CoffeeRTC replied to wbdtrt's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like the op tried to have the diet tech stop what she was doing. Not sure is she educated that person on why, etc. The nurse would be the one who should take over after a lay person...

  8. iPod use in LTC facility

    CoffeeRTC replied to DDdove's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think I'm all that old or old fashioned, but many of us have went thru school and our first few nursing years without these devices. (I graduated in 96) They sound like they would make...

  9. Objective Documentation on Demanding Patient?

    CoffeeRTC replied to al586's topic in General Nursing

    Describe the needs met ie: toileting, food, drink, fluff pillows, ask for ice water etc. be specific and that will get the point

  10. Awkward Situation

    CoffeeRTC replied to jesuslovesme's topic in General Nursing

    How did it

  11. What does "I'll do the paperwork" really mean?

    CoffeeRTC replied to MHSA LPN's topic in General Nursing

    #2....I've learned to alway check to make sure people have done what they said they will do for me. Did she mean charting or were you sending this person out to the hospital? #1..I don't know...

  12. methadone clinic..good 1st job?

    CoffeeRTC replied to NurseNikkiC's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm thinking this poster was meaning that what must of us think is that a nurse in one of these clinics just passes out pills. I was curious as to what else you would do as a nurse in a clinic like...

  13. Need advice..LPN to RN transition

    CoffeeRTC replied to kkluczynski's topic in General Nursing

    Just think about how much you know already and how much you have learned. Your experience as and LPN is more than what most RNs start our with. You know assessments, you know how to speak with other...

  14. So tired :(

    CoffeeRTC replied to EarthChild1130's topic in General Nursing

    psych experience...what about LTC? Might not be your first choice, but there are some that have great rehab. Would be a foot in the door somewhere and $$$. What about looking at working at a docs...

  15. Co-workers talk.....

    CoffeeRTC replied to lpnwkids's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yeah....I get that one alot. Just because I have a few kids. Nope....sorry, just fat. they love the pregnancy rumors. One time I came in and told everyone I had a surprise/ great news for them. I...

  16. Co-workers talk.....

    CoffeeRTC replied to lpnwkids's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What kills me are the note takers. You know the ones, the ones that like to write notes about what they found, what your shift did or didn't do. I don't work with this person directly, but I've...

  17. CNA's that run the unit...advice please!

    CoffeeRTC replied to skyandsydneysmom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes, do this!! Is there anything that they do that is a violation in the handbook? 0 tolerance if they are mentally abusing the residents. That needs to be reported

  18. New Hire

    CoffeeRTC replied to sls73's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Think about this too....how long will this resident be living there? If the nurse is a good employee, it kinda sounds like a no brrainer....no oreientation, no risk that the other employee would...

  19. How to admit new patients in LTC facilities

    CoffeeRTC replied to lvnnars1's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you should ask for some training on this if you will need to be doing this. As far as the MDs....not all docs from the hospital have privilages in your nursing home. If the residents...

  20. what is an acceptable response time to call bell in ltc?

    CoffeeRTC replied to jrbl77's topic in General Nursing

    Its wrong to tell the residents when they use is as an excuse for everything. Why do the residents need to get upset or feel like they don't count? I know it is obvious to most of the residents we...

  21. Care plans are stupid.

    CoffeeRTC replied to maestrotee's topic in General Nursing

    Those who think you need a care plan to provide care....have you looked at a LTC resident's care plan? If so, how long did it take you to read the often 30pg or more care plan? In that time, I could...

  22. What can you tell me about Edinboro?

    CoffeeRTC replied to AlyJacks's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I know nothing of the program, but as to the 4w drive.....that area gets a buch of lake effect weather and

  23. Am I in the wrong Nursing home?

    CoffeeRTC replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    There is another thread on this and a pharmacy thread on the LTC fourm. How often do you work? If you are ft or more than just prn, why don't you check your cart before you start the med pass and...

  24. LTC is not "settling"

    CoffeeRTC replied to joanna73's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think what the OP is trying to say is that if I asked 100 people or nurses at least 75 or more would probably think that LTC is "settling" or "just a stepping stone" or a place that lazy or bad...

  25. calmoseptine

    CoffeeRTC replied to makes needs known's topic in General Nursing

    One of my biggest pet peeves. If it is basic prevention...it shouldn't be on the TAR. I've been asking for ages to have it put on the CNA documentation sheets or now that we have it the computer. I...