systoly

systoly

LTC, Memory loss, PDN

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  1. Joys of working Private Duty

    systoly replied to Ms_Bee's topic in Private Duty

    Words (at least my words) can't do it any justice. So many of them can't talk, can't walk , in fact, can't do much of anything - or so it would appear - until you realize they can make your world...

  2. Joys of working Private Duty

    systoly replied to Ms_Bee's topic in Private Duty

    Monday Morning, traffic is chaotic, I get stopped not by one, but by two trains, great, now I don't have time to return the movies before work, there'll be a late fee, I barely make it to work on...

  3. Silly joke

    systoly replied to carluvscats's topic in General Nursing

    :yeah:

  4. Oxygen Question

    systoly replied to Hoosiernurse's topic in General Nursing

    :lol2:

  5. Oxygen Question

    systoly replied to Hoosiernurse's topic in General Nursing

    Canoehead, are you sure you're not an

  6. Wound Dressing

    systoly replied to agrj's topic in General Nursing

    A lot of facilities or Docs have standing orders for

  7. Oxygen Question

    systoly replied to Hoosiernurse's topic in General Nursing

    Leaving it at 4LPM was fine. But consider responding like this, "I didn't feel it was indicated, however, you seem to disagree and I'd like to know your

  8. Should this be reported??

    systoly replied to nicenurselpn's topic in General Nursing

    Hypothetically speaking, I'd talk to my Friend and try to ensure they get help before I'd worry about any

  9. Ranting!...

    systoly replied to brotherbear's topic in General Nursing

    The last sentence is

  10. Should I have implemented Suicide Precautions?

    systoly replied to RNdiva505's topic in General Nursing

    Anger, frustration, unhappiness - managable death - not so

  11. Hipaa violation?

    systoly replied to Cobweb's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think so. Pharmacies and DR.'s offices communicate via unsecured lines all day long. More so than a Hippa ( I couldn't resist) concern, I'd question the use of a private gmail account for day...

  12. Is it ok to ask for some time to decide whether i'l take the job offer??

    systoly replied to luvinRN's topic in General Nursing

    Do you need a job now or can you wait another few

  13. Can refusing mandation during state of emergency get you fired?

    systoly replied to abouttofly's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Legally, in my state, if you completed your scheduled shift, you are NOT guilty of abandonment. It is an employment issue and your employer is responsible for providing adequate staff. Many managers...

  14. PDN at night

    systoly replied to another_vent_mommy's topic in Private Duty

    I have worked nights ( along time ago) and the differential was nice, but not a deciding factor. I don't work nights anymore, because of the lifestyle that comes with it. I also don't fill in on...

  15. Activities for non-verbal children with mental retardation

    systoly replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Home Health

    Great suggestions by vent mommy. I think any sensory stimulation is good such as different textures, cool vs mildly warm, perhaps even a very simple form of cause and

  16. I got a job in home health! Is this really better than LTC?

    systoly replied to prettymica's topic in General Nursing

    You're probably not too concerned about benis (part time work)which are less good in HH in my area. Don't know what the pay difference is in your area, but if I have learned one thing it's this - A...

  17. Best way to unclog a PEG?

    systoly replied to BrazoriaLVN's topic in General Nursing

    All the methods you've heard of have some value if you can get them down far enough to the clog. I'd be careful with the meat tenderizer (esp. in Na restriction). What elthia suggests is my preference...

  18. night shift headache

    systoly replied to birdie22's topic in General Nursing

    Please address this with your healthcare provider. A headache journal maybe

  19. Lame Nurse Practitioner

    systoly replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'd be more concerned about the "cutting deep into my flesh" , the necrosis and the limited ROM. Honestly, I think you're upset about the whole situation, the accident and the injury, not so much that...

  20. Water Pitchers

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

    Maybe there are some total care residents who won't ask for or attempt to reach the water, but might accept a drink if offered during

  21. Is there a national private duty agency that you would reccomend?

    systoly replied to TwilightRNurse's topic in Private Duty

    Word for word an accurate

  22. Is there a national private duty agency that you would reccomend?

    systoly replied to TwilightRNurse's topic in Private Duty

    Working for Maxim is better than not working at all, but you do need to have a high tolerance for

  23. Commuting, which schedule works best?

    systoly replied to ruralgirl08's topic in General Nursing

    Young and single - 12s At my tender age with fam -

  24. when to use a transfer belt?

    systoly replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

    Outdated and antiquated here. If it doesn't work for the pt, change the POC. As long as the 485 says transfer belt, use

  25. RN/LPN Scope of Practice in Home Health

    systoly replied to nursesandi1's topic in Home Health

    I think you didn't leave on good