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merlee

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  1. Help with NPH insulin

    merlee replied to shmo1182's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Well, what do you have it narrowed down to? And

  2. Patient Surveys..vent.

    merlee replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in General Nursing

    I am soooo disappointed that I never received a survey for either of my past 2 hospitalizations. I might have said that the nurses did a good

  3. Preparing food on the nursing unit

    merlee replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Why don't these shakes/smoothies come from your actual kitchen??? Why are the CNAs expected to add this to their duties? I'm having a problem with this situation. Before you know it, all of your...

  4. Reporting med errors...

    merlee replied to Time4dilaudidyet's topic in Patient Medications

    I have self-reported more than once in my 25+ years, been orally warned, and been 'written up', but never terminated. This should be viewed as a way to learn how 'not' to make this error again. If...

  5. just informed that mom wants me to drive her kids to school

    merlee replied to kgress's topic in Private Duty

    No, no no!!! No waiver, no kids in your car, not today, tomorrow, next week!!! NO!!!! Your insurance co. would not be happy. Your agency is not looking out for you, that is for

  6. When do you get a pt. out of bed after C/S??

    merlee replied to shortstuff31117's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As soon as the pt is AAO, then dangle. Within the next hour, OOB in chair, walk to BR if necessary. The sooner the better! I worked on a unit that got the pt's up very quickly. We also gave clear...

  7. Computer Charting and Medicare guidelines in HH.

    merlee replied to kitkat1063's topic in Home Health

    We had some wonderful booklets for teaching, and I would say I taught chapters 1&2 from CHF booklet, pt and fam state good understanding. Asked them to read 3&4 for next visit. And so on....

  8. An Open Letter to the ANCC

    merlee replied to dzadzey's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Over 30 years ago, I wondered the same things - why bother with a BSN if there was no salary difference? And who would spend many thousands of dollars on a collegiate education in order to work all...

  9. Why can't you write people's names in your note: Rationale?

    merlee replied to Sehille4774's topic in General Nursing

    Your notes are appropriate. It is okay to document who you spoke to, the names of docs you have contacted, and other info. I was not taught to 'never' use names but to be careful in documenting how...

  10. The good, the bad, and the ugly about home health

    merlee replied to Good Morning, Gil's topic in Home Health

    I loved Home Health, every minute! Depending on where you are, and what your territory is, safety may be a consideration. When I worked in New Orleans, in one neighborhood a woman sent her kids out...

  11. Will being written up for a med error affect getting a new job??

    merlee replied to v704's topic in General Nursing

    No. The only info is usually dates of employment, and eligibility for rehire, if you are no longer employed there. You have learned your lesson, and will not likely make the same mistake again. Was...

  12. WWYD - need a voice of reason

    merlee replied to MJB2010's topic in General Students

    I wouldn't take the home health position unless you already have experience. It's a big no-no if someone keeps calling you like that. It seems like you have a job of some sort at this time from your...

  13. Do you think about...

    merlee replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    There is nothing new under the sun. Many hundreds of years ago when I worked a lot of night shifts, there were those early am fingersticks to do. I realized that a mere alcohol swab was just not...

  14. Feeling terrible, first med error... (long)

    merlee replied to Bluekal's topic in General Nursing

    NOT YOUR FAULT !!!! Take some deep breaths and move on, if you

  15. Transferring pt tips for 5"1' nurse

    merlee replied to babblingbrook's topic in General Nursing

    Have someone from P.T. show you how to do these transfers safely. Best

  16. Good Sign? Or reading into it?

    merlee replied to little_nurse12's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Feel blessed, and best

  17. I'm leaving my beloved ED

    merlee replied to ErinBSN's topic in Emergency

    I've lived in 5 states - - and each place is different. There will be so much to acclimate to, so take your time! Best

  18. Weird little things you do as a nurse

    merlee replied to Cuddleswithpuddles's topic in General Nursing

    When I worked private duty in-home care with a child, I went w/mom to the kid's doc appts. Once we stopped on the way home to go shopping at a mall, and she let me try on some dresses for an event I...

  19. Some people want to live forever

    merlee replied to seizetheday's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Does she want her nails polished? What about her jewelry? Get everything straight with her, make her happy. Try to be upbeat, but on the level. I am so glad that my mom made her wants known, it...

  20. Help Severe Anxiety!

    merlee replied to lawandaluxnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Are you getting professional assistance? Counselling and meds ARE useful. Many of us go through these times. You have most likely done many wonderful things during your career and in your life. Best...

  21. Washing patient's hair!!!

    merlee replied to Blueberries's topic in General Nursing

    There are also some dry shampoos on the market, and I am surprised at how well they

  22. working with two staffing agencies together?

    merlee replied to libra.rn's topic in General Nursing

    You can work intermittently for most agencies. Just let them know that you won't be available for a period of time, and you will call them when available

  23. Community Health Nursing Interview Question

    merlee replied to haihill's topic in General Nursing

    The simple answer - 5, 2yr, 2mo. Let's do the one who will be most apprehensive

  24. Any good funnies in medical transcriptions?

    merlee replied to Chico David's topic in General Nursing

    Years ago, I taught medical terminology, and I would read thru charts to find errors. Looong before HIPAA!!! Some of my favorites - - pt c/o horseness x 5 days. Or diarrhea spelled 3 different ways...

  25. Catheterization Expiriences

    merlee replied to ubsjl's topic in General Nursing

    I had a pt w/MS (now deceased) whose husband rigged up a bedpan with a U-shaped pillow on it. We placed that under her, and her legs just fell off to the sides. He held the flashlight while I learned...