Callinurse

Callinurse

mds coordinator, DSD, Vent Nurse, Rehab

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  1. Looking for Daily PPS Meeting Worksheet

    Callinurse posted a topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    We are starting a daily pps meeting after standup each morning. I know this is a common practice but I have never had it in place. I am looking for help from those of you who already do this. What...

  2. ? 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...

  3. 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...

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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...

  7. 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.

  8. 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 !

  9. 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:...

  10. 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...

  11. 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...

  12. 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...

  13. 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.

  14. 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...

  15. 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...

  16. 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...

  17. Who would you take a verbal order from?

    Callinurse replied to longhornfan1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Bottom line ...... A nurse can not "TAKE CALL" for an MD. Every MD must have a "ON CALL" replacement MD or take the call him/herself. I would get management involved and they need to clarify with this...

  18. Yall will think that this is stupid....

    Callinurse replied to nursewiggins78's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I have been a nurse for awhile and an MDS nurse for 4 years and there are days that I still feel like your icon "head into brick wall" because that would be better than the headache of the day. LOL...

  19. LTC Resident w/ OCD

    Callinurse replied to abooker's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This situation needs follow up on several different levels. First of all, so everyone else will know that she is OCD, it needs to be added to her Diagnosis profile. If her Seroquel has a qualifyer in...

  20. Looking for Daily PPS Meeting Worksheet

    Callinurse replied to Callinurse's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    NurseExec, Thank you so much. I really appreciate this. I haven't been able to PM yet but I think with this post I will have 15 posts and then they will let me post. I will PM my email to you for the...

  21. MDS Coordinator salaries

    Callinurse replied to Nascar nurse's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    What nerve they had Achot Chavi ! They really wanted you to leave. Well, I have good news! I started a new position last Friday. They were even nice enough to give me the 3 day weekend. I am earning 3...

  22. Experience LVN looking to change career setting, New info...

    Callinurse posted a topic in Correctional

    Ok, I tested online for the California State System. They really didn't post much about the benefits offered. I have been a nurse for 16 years. I would fall in under "over 4 years of experience". How...

  23. Experience LVN looking to change career setting, New info...

    Callinurse replied to Callinurse's topic in Correctional

    Thank you, I spend more time and went to the web site. It kind of answered some questions about retirement and which health cariers they use.

  24. Former hospital nurses got a ? or anyone who can answer

    Callinurse replied to henryswife's topic in Correctional

    [quote=Notmywil;2815063 Plastic containers you might discard could be used to brew "hooch." Beware accumulations of fruit (i.e. orange peels)--they can brew hooch out of some pretty disgusting things....

  25. MDS Coordinator salaries

    Callinurse replied to Nascar nurse's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    YES, I did the unemployment papers already. I spoke to the Administrator and she said she is not going to answer the claim which means I will get it under default, Its far from my usually wage. I have...