systoly

systoly

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  1. Incorrect oxygen set up

    systoly replied to Vtachy1's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, that and a lot of other interesting set ups in LTC. Fortunately, most DME reps will gladly give or have their RT give

  2. Would you be insulted if.....

    systoly replied to MomRN0913's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As always, great resources. Thank you for helping us do a better

  3. Some questions for nurses

    systoly replied to boko's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    masters in public health ( I

  4. Would you be insulted if.....

    systoly replied to MomRN0913's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'd commend the family and make sure they knew not to turn the faucet off with their clean hands. Discussing Rx et tx is great. It not only shows a real interest, but it's a great way to establish...

  5. NY private duty nurse- over time/pay raise?

    systoly replied to xana1986's topic in Private Duty

    While you can get pay raises, it usually depends on the payor source. Working for an agency, I don't waste time haggling over $0.25/hr. My money is in OT and 12 hour shifts. I work 4 12s a week and...

  6. Shift care nurse - Pt in hospital

    systoly replied to kaliRN's topic in Home Health

    Ref. visiting pt. in hospital. The agencies I work for don't mind at all, but I think it's a good idea to let them know. Just get parent permission and ask what would be a good time as a lot of...

  7. Nursing student. Experience in Interview for Nurse Tech position

    systoly replied to sheilahdee's topic in General Nursing

    You already gave the perfect answer in your blog, "I believe going to school is never a waste of time". Tactful, yet it has

  8. Well you're not an OR nurse

    systoly replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's perfect. Think about it. Pre-OP requires kind and considered staff. I think that tech is in the right place. And nope not anybody can do that job. Hmm, I have someone in

  9. I feel stupid!

    systoly replied to heavenwith7's topic in General Nursing

    You did the right thing. What would you have done had you observed the exp. date before admin - not give it? I have filled in on private duty cases only to find diastat expired and wasn't able to get...

  10. Is it worth it to take an Acute CNA class?

    systoly replied to LilGumble's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my area it's called advanced CNA and it is most certainly a huge

  11. Should I report to DON or State?

    systoly replied to jdchisolm68's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Ask yourself some questions. What are you trying to accomplish? Who is best equipped to directly address the problem? What will happen if you report to state? And finally, is the action based on...

  12. Nutrition to prevent and treat pressure ulcers???

    systoly replied to judieli's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Whenever you're looking for articles on a certain topic, try the folks who have a vested interest. Eg. nutrition - makers of nutritional

  13. rn taking orders from an lpn?

    systoly replied to tofunurse<3's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank you so much for posting this. There is a lot to be learned from this (at least for me). I agree with nurse 2033 and I certainly agree with your disapproval of being put in this situation in the...

  14. 'cattle calls' in ER waiting room?

    systoly replied to BaptistBites's topic in Emergency

    I agree with mgmt. on the cattle calls, but all that is needed is a little human touch. So instead of someone shouting out "Smith" in a tone of voice that screams I really don't wanna be here, how...

  15. Medication Administration through a feeding tube

    systoly replied to lalexa15's topic in General Nursing

    What were the orders? I have orders to cocktail G/T Rx for pt.s on fluid restriction otherwise I give them one at a time. I don't know about this instructor. I'd not only wanna observe you admin, but...

  16. Update

    systoly replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I guess I better cancel the

  17. Verbal abuse at work

    systoly replied to mimi1jb's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The verbal abuse is completely unacceptable and the failure to act upon it in a timely manner is outrageous. Maybe I've led a sheltered life, but any facility I've worked at would respond with at...

  18. Update

    systoly replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Interesting, so if I worked in MD as an LPN without a CNA certificate, I could just say sorry, can't empty that bedpan - no certificate I'm in the wrong

  19. Labs

    systoly replied to username33's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You're gonna see abnormal labs on a routine basis. Always look at previous labs for comparison as well as DXs. Knowing why a lab was obtained is also helpful, but not always clear in LTC. Progress...

  20. I'm an Italian nurse

    systoly replied to mon74's topic in General World

    Just curious - how do you sign up if you don't understand a lick of

  21. What do you use?

    systoly replied to twokidsmom,rn's topic in Home Health

    Not sure what exactly you need. I always liked the toolboxes on wheels used by phlebs in our

  22. HELP!!! I want to find a good place to relocate soon.

    systoly replied to simplenurse07's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree, but would also check out Tulsa (90 min. NE of

  23. Narc count is driving me nuts!!

    systoly replied to sweetsleep28's topic in General Nursing

    LTCs in my area are finally putting a stop to hundreds of scheduled pills in bottles. Some facilities insist on bubble packs while others have placed limits on the supply. I don't know if or how much...

  24. Giving report

    systoly replied to Ireanne's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I certainly agree with you on the report. Especially in a situation like this, I'd make sure I'd cover everything in report. Would you feel comfortable witht a matter of fact approach? Something...

  25. Giving report

    systoly replied to Ireanne's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's not a report issue. At least that's what I get out of "screaming", "super angry", etc. It sounds to me like there are some other issues at