meljam

I am currently a DON at a facility in Missouri, I would also be interested in the form if you don't mind posting on here

Unfortunately that has been tried, and they never seem to have the time when I'm needing questions answered

Wren is exactly right, if you dont have support from your team leader then it makes for a very long unpleasant day. I started working for Hospice in May and unfortunately I feel I have NOT had the proper training or support. I had 2 weeks of riding with another nurse to see how to work with family and pt's. Although I have been a nurse for 5 years, I know how to assess and treat my patient. We have computer charting and Nobody has taken the time to inservice or train me on several issues that arise. The other nurses on my team have been wonderful and very helpful in showing me what form or what I need to complete my charting in certain circumstances, but then again they have had to learn on their own as well. Team leaders should be the backbone of the team, support, assist, and teaching any and all new nurses.

My facility currently has a Large aviary in our sitting room, we have about 10 finch of all colors an my residents loves it! They sit and watch the birds for hours. We have a company who comes in once a month an thoroughly cleans it inside and out and also changes out the birds for us.

I have had both RN and LPN A's my ADON and I have to say! My LPN did a far better job in assisting me In the jobs which needed to be done. The RN was never in time and felt she was too good to assist with floor Work or wound care

Thank you all very much for the information. One more question, where can I find instructions on filling Out the 802

Just remember what u did learn, ask questions and be afraid to try! I was the same way 4 years ago when I got my degree and my first job was in ER! Most nurses will tell you, everything you truly learn about nursing you learn on the job Good luck to you! You will do fine

I have last years survey, but I'm not sure how to do a Mock survey, any suggestions:crying2:

Im a New DON at a LTC facility in Missouri and we are expecting our Survey soon. I am wondering if anyone can offer advice or a web-site that can give Tips in preparing for this. I enjoy my job tremendously and have not had the opportunity to work through a survey. I am determined to do well and to prove that they have chosen the right person for this position. I am looking for any forms or any help in knowing exactly what they are looking for, and also something to help me in completing my 802.