systoly

systoly

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  1. Coworkers at non-nursing job asking for advice or to do things

    systoly replied to Ella26's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Boy could I have fun with your coworkers. Show me a growth and I'd take a step back, "oh my, how long have you had that? ...oh I don't think it's anything serious..just don't touch anything around...

  2. Meri- Walkers

    systoly replied to Finallydidit's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    First, I will say that we don't use merri walkers any more, after several minor injuries (mostly to other residents) and finally a tip over incident. However, I'm not ready to discard this as a...

  3. I'm trying nursing, but I'm hardheaded..will I last?

    systoly replied to PopeJane3rd's topic in General Nursing

    What does it matter - you won't

  4. Aides who go over your head

    systoly replied to Not_A_Hat_Person's topic in General Nursing

    DogWmn is right. When a staff member is on light or restricted duty, everyone needs to have a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities. As DogWmn said, this needs to happen at the...

  5. It's tax time again

    systoly replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've used Turbo Tax for years. I've also tried other tax prep software, just to have a comparison, but always went back to Turbo Tax. Yes you can claim work related expenses, but the main question is...

  6. I finally quit my job tonight

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

    Why a three day notice? In fact, why listen to it for a whole minute. If a supervisor cannot or will not conduct themselves in a remotely acceptable fashion head straight for the administrator and...

  7. LVN(91c grad)applying to challenge NCLEX RN

    systoly replied to dazy777's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    El Paso? Fort Bliss, huh? Sounds like you spent some time on the hill and took care of my ADA buddies. I'm a 91c also, but that would not qualify me to challenge the NCLEX

  8. ALFIE QUESTION

    systoly replied to GretaRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I believe this is a better way, because I feel there is less chance for

  9. Any help for home care nurse in bug infested/dirty homes?

    systoly replied to homelpn's topic in Home Health

    It depends on the situation. If the patient or the family choose to live like this, then I choose not to be part of this. If the patient is receptive to teaching and improvement, I will do anything in...

  10. What pranks have you played on your boss?

    systoly replied to systoly's topic in Nursing Humor

    :yeah::up:

  11. Which job would you take.....need advice

    systoly replied to annagirl0604's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Take the office job. Never mind the money. Even if the LTC paid $2.00 more per hour it would't be worth it, because of all the stress, frustration and mental and physical exhaustion. Take the office...

  12. Alert but confused

    systoly replied to mytoon38's topic in General Nursing

    Kinda makes you wonder about the educator's LOC. Should make for interesting charting 'though. "The confused, semi comatose patient ran down the hall". My problem is: if my patient is not alert I...

  13. Question about nitro patches

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

    Do you have a site rotation schedule so everyone knows where to

  14. Did I handle this incorrectly?

    systoly replied to swirlygirl's topic in General Nursing

    The intensivist had a golden opportunity to teach and positively impact not only the care of this patient, but also future care, when he was in the room with you, but he chose not to. And that is...

  15. vent about nurse at work

    systoly replied to CNA2day's topic in General Nursing

    Please consider Caliotter3's suggestion - that was exactly my first thought. My second thought was: her behavior needs modified. Perhaps a little shock treatment..., just kidding. Maybe I'm reading...

  16. Toxic coworker - is it just me?

    systoly replied to canigraduate's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, "friendly fire" is part of the battle, just about anywhere. You're already doing the right thing as indicated in the last paragraph of your OP. Perhaps this nurse has never worked as a...

  17. FED UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    systoly replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I love the "I don't want that hall" and " I don't want to work with her" part. So many possibilities. "Do you want some cheese with your whine?" or "It sucks if you have to do things you don't like,...

  18. Impaired nursing not cool

    systoly replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Check your BON's website. In my state, sleeping on the job is abandonment, clearly spelled out by the BON. As a charge nurse, I've directed a staff member to clock out on several occasions. Some of...

  19. Really struggling with first job in nursing home

    systoly replied to Pegasus65's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Expected to sign for meds you didn't pass? In the absence of further details, that's about three red flags. Another caveat. While ID bands are usually not used in LTC, some facilities use ID bands...

  20. Proper way to give suppositories

    systoly replied to agldragonRN's topic in General Nursing

    the whole board should, for that matter. i've spewed and choked more than once while visiting

  21. Proper way to give suppositories

    systoly replied to agldragonRN's topic in General Nursing

    chin up guy. write your memo as a request for help rather than a complaint. why would anybody think you're not able to insert a suppository? after all, the resident insists on not allowing staff to...

  22. Proper way to give suppositories

    systoly replied to agldragonRN's topic in General Nursing

    Since we do give suppositories, what is the proper amount of time for the perianal cloud to dissipate. I'm just messin with

  23. Do you draw up blood on your own?

    systoly replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    LTC: I'm not obligated to draw any labs and the lab sends phlebs for the routine draws. If I get a stat lab order, I can call the lab to send a phleb, however, it's much quicker and cheaper to call...

  24. Proper way to give suppositories

    systoly replied to agldragonRN's topic in General Nursing

    Obviously the statement by the DON, "whatever the patient wants...", is not well thought through. However, I believe I would ask the unit manager from the other unit to have one of that unit's staff...

  25. What pranks have you played on your boss?

    systoly replied to systoly's topic in Nursing Humor

    Oh yeah, just thought of another good one, again on me. Same place and shift around 6 am, glad to be caught up and talking to dietary staff while enjoying some fresh java. One of the CNAs comes up to...