systoly

systoly

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  1. First LPN job in LTC...is this the way it really is?

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

    Mickey D :nono: When I first moved to the state I live in now, I had 3jobs in about as many months. I did get frustrated and worked in a factory for about a year. Eventually I found a great facility...

  2. First LPN job in LTC...is this the way it really is?

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

    No, it's not like this everywhere. What you describe is the type of facility where all the rules change once a year when state is expected to come around. med pass - DO NOT COMPROMISE - you'll be...

  3. Update on LTC job from Hades

    systoly replied to namazonian's topic in General Nursing

    not getting paid for time worked as far as the detective is concerned, I'd confront that person, "I'm glad your double checking my work, but I really would like to know how you find the time. You...

  4. need it badly guys

    systoly replied to liezette's topic in General Nursing

    I'm still thinkin' behavior study - this is gonna get more responses than some of my

  5. need it badly guys

    systoly replied to liezette's topic in General Nursing

    no pro, no intro this is for a study on "how much lack of courtesy can I get away

  6. How long to stay at a job you don't like?

    systoly replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    As long as it takes to find a better

  7. shift report, CNA/pt ratio

    systoly replied to afteralltheseyears's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ratios depend on so many factors... what shift, what day of the week, are there hospice aids or private aids, are there activities, certainly acuity, and of course call offs, as a general rule it's...

  8. What references do you you use?

    systoly replied to seamang2's topic in General Nursing

    Previous supervisors, admins, DONs.

  9. Feeling bad, like I "ratted out" a nurse

    systoly replied to Ginger80's topic in General Nursing

    Beware of the GESTAPO! I have reported, as well as sent home, staff who was under the influence, however, not until after discussing it with those staff members and telling them upfront that I felt...

  10. Being prepared

    systoly replied to twinduff's topic in General Nursing

    As mentioned above, observation is your primary duty. Some things you can do, however, may be things like lowering bed rails, moving furniture to make room, etc. Be sure and discuss this with your...

  11. Meds on 485 don't match MAR

    systoly replied to Isabelle49's topic in Home Health

    'happens all the time. I call the office and document something like, "discussed form 485 with Henry the 8th, he states he will forward a new form 485 to the residence". I did have a state surveyor...

  12. New to Home health company and first paycheck bounced!!

    systoly replied to radrook's topic in Home Health

    Ref. course of action First, put a lid on your anger (if you have any), reacting out of anger will not benefit you. Keep a solid record of any (tangible not emotinal) damages directly caused by the...

  13. New nurse Need Advice on Co-Worker

    systoly replied to ducky861's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    She's got you where she wants you. You're all caught up in the drama and you're allowing it to control your life. Stop playing detective, cancel your national enquirer subscription and subscribe to...

  14. I screwed up!

    systoly replied to nankie's topic in Ob/Gyn

    If the room was an area specifically designated for exam and care of the patient and the room was not accessible to any other non staff you had a duty to discuss hx. Also, when the patint was called...

  15. RUSHED NARC COUNT

    systoly replied to jesuslovesme's topic in General Nursing

    I find the fact that you were yelled at just as alarming as the rushing. A more experienced nurse (such as myself ) might have responded, "that's how mistakes are

  16. Please help me understand

    systoly replied to missingmydad's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    This seems to be very dear and important to you. My suggestion is to seek answers via a face to face rather than online. Also, you may not want to limit yourself to nurses. Clergy not only deal with...

  17. Worst Interview Ever!!

    systoly replied to 312time's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You take the good and you take the bad. You have already taken the bad so be of good cheer, you're in for the

  18. Michigan Nurses

    systoly replied to exit96's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    good 4 u

  19. Duties of The Floor Nurse.....

    systoly replied to greenfiremajick's topic in General Nursing

    However, frequent use of the word whoah is

  20. Questions about Nursing as a profession

    systoly replied to NMonti's topic in General Nursing

    Do you know any special ed teachers? They might be able to help with the poop

  21. Falls versus Culture Change

    systoly replied to ejpip1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If I understand this correctly, he keeps falling with the pressure alarms in place - remove them, they're not working. Have you identified what causes the falls, actively transferring self or...

  22. Taking blood pressure. Confused. Help!!

    systoly replied to purplesteth's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Just get a machine , just kiddin'. Actually, the patient may not have the 2 minutes to spare, sometimes you gotta get it quick and then is not the time to practice. I do like to palpate during...

  23. Are LPN's being phased out?

    systoly replied to JSlovex2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My employer has a new sneaky way of phasing out LPNs. They now offer a $800 referal bonus (paid after 100 hrs

  24. Contract Issue

    systoly replied to nursedolphin's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you need someone with contract law

  25. Verbal Orders

    systoly replied to paddler's topic in Home Health

    How did you get the results? Anyway, ask the office nurse to contact the lab (eventually she might) or ask the lab to fax to the Dr office. Usually I know the target range the doc is shooting for and...