jkaee

jkaee

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  1. HIPPA Laws

    jkaee replied to robin_mds_nurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I tend to agree with the OP....when one of our residents is admitted to the hospital, we have a hard time getting any info from the hospital. One time, my ADON called after the resident was admitted...

  2. Smoking

    jkaee replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't want to get into the rights of smokers debate, but the problem is that almost every facility I have worked in or heard of is smoke free. So, it's really not an option for potential residents...

  3. Smoking

    jkaee replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't want to get into the rights of smokers debate, but the problem is that almost every facility I have worked in or heard of is smoke free. So, it's really not an option for potential residents...

  4. Unbelievable LTC eyewitness stories

    jkaee replied to Destinystar's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    To the OP, all of what happened years ago when you worked LTC is exactly why it's so regulated today, as it should be. I've been fortunate never to have witnessed elder abuse, and any unethical...

  5. Is this understaffing (or is it me?)

    jkaee replied to Town & Country's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree with the others.....the only time I would be worried about is the 7p-11p part of your shift. On nights, the 1 nurse and 2 CNA's seem pretty standard. I would at least try it.....or at least...

  6. Why a Philadelphia hospital gave in to a racist demand?

    jkaee replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    You are right ladycarolbelle, and this person was dealt with by the administrator, and was told that if something like that ever happened again, the police would be called and his mother may have to...

  7. Why a Philadelphia hospital gave in to a racist demand?

    jkaee replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I am going to be completely honest here, but I think what the nursing supervisors did was the correct thing to do in the situation that occured at Abington. Yes, racism in any form is reprehensible,...

  8. Need info on colposcopy-please help

    jkaee replied to Michelle_nurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Like everyone else has stated, I had one done about 12 years ago for an abnormal pap......I took some ES tylenol beforehand and I had very mild cramping during the procedure, and a little afterwards,...

  9. LTC waking residents for routine Tylenol/Benadryl on nites

    jkaee replied to doobiedo's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    FINALLY....other people that realize what I was trying to tell TPTB (on day shift) about the poor residents quality of sleep at nights! I worked nights on my last job, and like another poster stated,...

  10. No slamming me please!!!

    jkaee posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Ok, like the title states, I don't need lectures or statistics, just an answer to my question. I know the majority of you guys will do this, but there are always some out there..... As some of you...

  11. Do LPN's get the pay they deserve?

    jkaee replied to Pedsnrs2003's topic in General Nursing

    I have to respectfully disagree with you on some points, Angela. I am an RN that has worked primarily LTC for over 9 years. I have done it all in LTC, from floor nursing to MDS coordinator to...

  12. Made to Falsify Documentation :(

    jkaee replied to shel_wny's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It seems that you have just been formally introduced to the wonderful world of LTC nursing! The thing that you have to understand is that LTC is SO regulated, even more so than a nuclear power...

  13. No slamming me please!!!

    jkaee replied to jkaee's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Gosh, I love all you guys!!!!! What incredible support and encouragement I get here! I think what I've decided to try until my next visit is to cut down the # of cigs I have every few days. I'll...

  14. No slamming me please!!!

    jkaee replied to jkaee's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thanks to everyone who replied....I appreciate your ideas and encouragement! Ang75...I also thought about anti-depressants, as I know some of them are safe to take while pregnant. I'll swing that by...

  15. ER last night made me mad!

    jkaee replied to smk1's topic in General Nursing

    Speaking of Days, what the heck is up with Marlena?? Now, that show has really gone off the deep end! Ok, everyone may resume the original topic.....

  16. ??? Nursing Home ???

    jkaee replied to Deb123j's topic in General Nursing

    I think that working as a CNA is a good idea during school, as long as it doesn't interfere with your study schedule. I work with several CNA's now that are going to nursing school. It will expose...

  17. Nursing interventions for CVA

    jkaee replied to minnieme104's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I won't give you answers either (we are SO mean!), but if you are looking at a post-CVA patient, think it through......what was affected, what needs to be improved and/or maintained? You really don't...

  18. ER last night made me mad!

    jkaee replied to smk1's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Gldngrl and smkoepke.....yeah, it's just a show and there are other things going on that are "more" important....but on one hand we blow this concern off, yet we'll all throw a fit when...

  19. I did it!

    jkaee replied to Krissy NY's topic in General Nursing

    So happy that you've found a new job and that our advice was helpful to you...I hope you haven't given up on LTC for good after that horrible experience....the elderly are wonderful people to care...

  20. Having trouble getting pregnant...getting worried....

    jkaee posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Here's my story in a nutshell. I have 3 children: 9, 4, 18 months. My husband and I would like a large family, and I didn't have problems getting pregnant with my other children. We have been...

  21. NY State may require nurses to obtain 4-year degrees

    jkaee replied to Brian's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Thank you, Deb, for taking the time to understand the point I was trying to make! For all those that pursue higher degrees, great! We do need nurses that are willing and able to get advanced degrees,...

  22. NY State may require nurses to obtain 4-year degrees

    jkaee replied to Brian's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    No, CougRN, I don't think the trailer trash comment was lost on a lot of people, but I do think that it certainly discredited the OP quite a bit. I don't think ANYONE that posted is against higher...

  23. NY State may require nurses to obtain 4-year degrees

    jkaee replied to Brian's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I'm probably not going to say anything that hasn't already been said, but as an ADN nurse, I would have no problem going back for my BSN IF the schools would "accept" my previous credits (which I feel...

  24. Med not available

    jkaee replied to dotter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What it sounds like you might want to do is meet with your nurse manager or DON and ask her exactly what you are supposed to do if you don't have a med in stock. If you can't write "not available",...

  25. Having trouble getting pregnant...getting worried....

    jkaee replied to jkaee's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I know this is probably to early to say anything.....but I got a positive pregnancy test a couple weeks ago. I "feel" pregnant, but I just can't shake the fear that something will happen this time,...