systoly

systoly

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  1. Using words like honey, sweety a no-no?

    systoly replied to bee212's topic in General Nursing

    In those geographical regions where Honey and Sweety are the norm and not disrespectful, does business communication address the recipient as Dear honey, or Dear Sweety. Such as Dear Honey: thank...

  2. Error or Not an Error???

    systoly replied to ddgypsy's topic in Patient Medications

    Gotta love the irony. Lots of people losing sleep over Lunesta. Were the one and one half tabs actually administered ? Was the dose recently increased from two to three mg ? The bottom line is you...

  3. Battle of the Shifts!!!

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

    Thank you sonomala. It's not so bad though, I get four days off. I share your experience about the 11-7 lifestyle. I had worked quite a few 11-7s (to fill in) and really enjoyed working with the 11-7...

  4. med passers..long vent

    systoly replied to mncna08's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It doesn't matter if other med techs are more helpful or have different attitudes. Eventually all of us will find ourselves in the company of people whos behavior we would like to change. And that's...

  5. ged or high school diploma for cna?

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

    Getting the GED is not just a good idea, it's a MUST. This is one of the best things your friend can do for herself. Please use all your influence to get your friend to go for the

  6. Battle of the Shifts!!!

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

    I've worked 7-3, 3-11, 11-7. 7a-7p, 7p-7a, and currently work 7a-11p. I can assure you that each shift has its unique challenges. To say one shift is easier than the other is comparing apples and...

  7. I don't hate my job, I hate the people I work with

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

    A serious thought: Over the years I've heard "I'm here to work, not to make friends" many times, but it's so much easier to positively influence a friend's

  8. I don't hate my job, I hate the people I work with

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

    " ...I hate the people I work with " by questforloveandpeace :chuckle :yeah:good

  9. Client Transport, & Home Health Aide

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

    As far as a waiver is concerned, I believe it's purpose is to protect the agency, not the employee. The client may waive any action, however, the driver's insurance company could argue the fact that...

  10. Client Transport, & Home Health Aide

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

    The official mileage reimbursement used by the IRS is $0.55. Fifteen cents, as a number on its own, may not sound like a lot, however, it represents a 40% underpayment. Furthermore, even if...

  11. Common Labs help

    systoly replied to Jnsaxton's topic in General Nursing

    CBC w. diff and chem 14 - can't go wrong there, I'd like to see albumin

  12. Client Transport, & Home Health Aide

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

    I did a little research this weekend. Where I live, HHAs are considered medical personnel. Medical personnel does not provide non emergency transport, rather, transport falls under domestic services....

  13. Is it typical for per-diem job?

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

    Wow - I feel spoiled now. When I worked staff relieve if we showed up at the facility and we were send home, we got paid two to four hours worth, depending on what shift it was. If the facility indeed...

  14. Client Transport, & Home Health Aide

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

    In other words, transporting the client would be like driving without insurance. I cannot believe this agency encourages you to do this. I don't think anybody can terminate you or otherwise bring...

  15. One thing all cnas need to know

    systoly replied to jr3650sp's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you for posting this, and please tell your teacher thank

  16. Is it typical for per-diem job?

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

    Why are you calling the agency to confirm? When you commit to a shift you're expected to show up. This works both ways. If my agency cancels my shift on short notice, I expect partial pay (at least...

  17. Client Transport, & Home Health Aide

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

  18. Are you proud to be a CNA?

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

    I am extremely proud to say that if I had to hit the floor as a CNA, I can still hold my own and then some. I am also proud to say that I can wipe a butt, excoriated from numerous loose stools, in a...

  19. LTC being affected by the economy?

    systoly replied to Sensoria17's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    ....and I still can't take an extra day off (even when my wife just got home from the hospital), because there's no one to cover the

  20. Working closely with PT and OT and ST...ever want to tell them to shut up?

    systoly replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry, but I don't see the problem here. Altered pain response is not uncommon in LTC, but suppose there was no evidence to support the St's assessment, all you have to do is say, "thank you for your...

  21. batcha gero/lpn

    systoly replied to clbatiste3b's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Since I don't know the circumstances, I cannot tell you that I would document in the chart right away, but an incident report seems appropriate. Just because a person is diagnosed with memory loss...

  22. My LTC facility is starting to Hire Med Techs

    systoly replied to NC Girl BSN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've worked in states and facilities that do and in some that don't have non licensed personnel administer meds. Having a med tech, CMA, QMA or whatever the title is, never translated into more time -...

  23. Do you think removing an NG tube is "killing someone"?

    systoly replied to krenee's topic in General Nursing

    Tigger, no one could easily let go of someone so special. A tear of sorrow for your loss, a tear of joy for you have come to know true

  24. Should I stay or should I go?

    systoly replied to calgirl123's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You are very welcome and best wishes for your

  25. Calling all LPNs to read something....

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

    Thank you lpnflorida and pagandeva for turning the lights on for me. I definitely had a moment as I completely misunderstood the whole thing. I thought the op was an LPN upset over being thrown in the...