Callinurse

Callinurse has 16 years experience and specializes in mds coordinator, DSD, Vent Nurse, Rehab.

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1. ? Crede' of the Bladder

   Callinurse posted a topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   I recently went out to a home vent case and the plan of treatment included a procedure that I have never heard of and I would like to know if any of you have experience with this. It was explained to...

2. Now I've heard it all

   Callinurse replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

   I would ask her exactly why she couldn't interview you. Just ask her like you are asking her "How are you?" "Can you tell me why you will not be able to interview me?" See what she says. She may have...

3. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

   Callinurse replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   Ok, this is one from the Rahab setting ..... "If you can pick your nose and feed yourself then I will not put your member in the urinal. You will have to do this

4. Online program that CA will accept???

   Callinurse replied to Kitnurse's topic in LPN to RN

   www.wculearning.com I received ad advertisement from them

5. Aides Passing Meds

   Callinurse replied to PiperLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Is this a LTC = Long Term Care Facility or a ALF = Assisted Living Facility? In California in an ALF staff that have been trained to state specifics can assist in giving meds. If the pill or liquid...

6. LPN nurse manager in LTC

   Callinurse replied to RubyRN,CHPN's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

   I am not sure but I have heard if the facility is less than 99 beds they are not required to have 24 hour RN coverage in the building.

7. Help With Supporting Documentation.

   Callinurse replied to gonenutz's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

   Man if you held down a 320 bed facility does that mean 4 assessments a day with every 4th one a comprehensive??? My hats off to you !

8. I have a confession to make

   Callinurse replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

   It is a violation of the hospital policy if the policy is updated and it is a HIPAA violaition. It doesn't matter if it is a test result or any other part of your medical record. Check out this link:...

9. I have a confession to make

   Callinurse replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

   Yes, this is a HIPAA violation. I used to teach the classes when we first introduced this to all staff. It is even against HIPAA to look up anything on a patient on your floor that you do not work...

10. I have a confession to make

    Callinurse replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    If you accessed your file in medical records it was probly according to HIPAA regulations. What you refer to as "presonal impressions" are actually part of your physicians assessment of your...

11. Careplan websites/books/pda programs

    Callinurse replied to Barras's topic in General Nursing

    Just remember that care plans must be individualized for each patient. Example: two patients with kidney failure might not have a fluid restriction. If you get the preprinted ones make sure before you...

12. Ten reason to date a nurse:)

    Callinurse replied to lovehospital's topic in Nursing Humor

    Wow, I never thought my restraint skills would be used at home. I might have to try this one.

13. Tube Feeding & 60 day spell of wellness

    Callinurse replied to MickRN07's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    you need to remember that reason for covering them must be related to the 3 day stay. if this resident goes our for pneumonia then the g-tube at this point which is no longer a new g-tube and is not...

14. I have a confession to make

    Callinurse replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    Part of the HIPAA ensures that each facility will keep of log of who has had access to your medical record or any medical record. How can they do that if they don't know you accessed it. A lab result...

15. Careplan websites/books/pda programs

    Callinurse replied to Barras's topic in General Nursing

    If you check your local library you may find nursing care plan books. You may also check your local hospital. The library is often open to the public. Hope this helps...