Marti Ann

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  1. CNA's passing meds in ALF. What's your opinion?

    Marti Ann posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have a big problem. I have been observing CNA techs passing meds in ALF's this year with huge med errors. Like not knowing the doses, side effects, checking with Doctor's for old orders.meds not in...

  2. Pt Threats and Name Badges (again)

    Marti Ann replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    In NC here is the law http://www.ncbon.com/prac-badgelaw.asp. All residents and Pts have the right to know who their medical staff is. Sorry for your

  3. Differences between Medical Assistants and Registered Nurses?

    Marti Ann replied to MA2006's topic in General Nursing

    Great answer.:monkeydance: Do you know the difference between a MA vs CNA?

  4. Sexual health and the elderly

    Marti Ann replied to Antikigirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Most definitely rights are being violated. Please call your local ombudsman council. This can be done and no one knows you called anonymously. This is so very wrong of the staff. And if the women want...

  5. kissing a pt/ resident

    Marti Ann posted a topic in Men in Nursing

    A nurse openly (in front of staff and supervisors) greets some of his elderly patients in a LTC setting with a kiss on the cheek stating this is a way he shows compassion and caring. He denies any...

  6. Omsbudsman experiences?

    Marti Ann replied to germain's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    http://www.ltcombudsman.org/static_pages/help.cfm

  7. Omsbudsman experiences?

    Marti Ann replied to germain's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What is an Ombudsman? An ombudsman is a specially trained and certified volunteer, who has been approved by the governor. He/she has been given authority under federal and state law to identify,...

  8. kissing a pt/ resident

    Marti Ann replied to Marti Ann's topic in Men in Nursing

    A nurse openly (in front of staff and supervisors) greets some of his elderly patients in a LTC setting with a kiss on the cheek stating this is a way he shows compassion and caring. He denies any...

  9. Hiding meds from residents. What do you think?

    Marti Ann posted a topic in General Nursing

    Dear Colleagues, In the instance where a schizophrenic resident is refusing to take his medications in a nursing home, under what circumstances (if any) can a nurse hide medications in the patient's...

  10. Feeding Assistant in Nursing homes

    Marti Ann replied to Marti Ann's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What do you think? "QUOTED WITH PERMISSION AND GRATITUDE: Volume 9 Number 150 Thursday, August 5, 2004 ISSN 1091-4021 News Nursing Homes Proposed Class Action Lawsuit Targets Rule on Nursing Home...

  11. Feeding Assistant in Nursing homes

    Marti Ann posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi Everyone, I have a question? Has anyone in the long term Nursing homes field been using feeding assistants get? If yes, How is it working out? Do you like them? Does it help you in nursing so you...

  12. What Did You Know About Elder Abuse?

    Marti Ann replied to military girl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is a wonderful web site and list server I use for elderly abuse. As an Ombudsman and nurse, we fight for the rights of elderly residents every single day. If you have a questions or I can help...

  13. Infection control Exam, Need test

    Marti Ann posted a topic in Infectious Disease

    Hi Nurses, Does anyone have an exam for nurses on infection control in "word" or pdf they could share with me. In long term care, but anything will do. I am searching on the web. I am only finding...

  14. Infection control Exam, Need test

    Marti Ann replied to Marti Ann's topic in Infectious Disease

    Dear Melba, Thank you, Thank you and Thank you. This is so wonderful.Oh and so are

  15. Why you as Nurses choose nursing homes?

    Marti Ann posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi nurses of long term care, I have a question that will be shared with other nurses who work in nursing homes too. Why do you choose to work with elderly residents in nursing homes when there are...

  16. Proposed Bill"Certified Geriatric Specialists" CNA passing meds and doing tx

    Marti Ann posted a topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Dear friends, I was just reading some bills that might be passed. One is being proposed for 2004. SB492/HB189 "Certified Geriatric Specialists" allowing CNA's to complete training then being able to...

  17. Proposed Bill"Certified Geriatric Specialists" CNA passing meds and doing tx

    Marti Ann replied to Marti Ann's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Hi, this came in today. Looks like the bill passed!!! SB 492 Passed the Senate 39-0 on 3/3/04 HB 189 Assigned to Future of Florida's Families Committee I'll keep you up to date with anymore...

  18. Feeding Assistant in Nursing homes

    Marti Ann replied to Marti Ann's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Health Issues: Long-Term Care Feeding Assistants NSCLC is opposed to federal regulations that allow nursing facilities to use minimally trained "feeding assistants" in place of certified nurse...

  19. tutorial: How to use the forums

    Marti Ann replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    thank you ,it is great. Is there a spelling checker somewhere, I missed? I make so many mistakes. I don't see them tell later. keep up the great work here you all! I love them

  20. Night time coverage for ALFs

    Marti Ann replied to jrenae's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In Fl it is not a requirement for an ALF to have a nurse on duty at anytime: RN or LPN. someone, yes, it could be the housekeeper only has to have CPR and first aid. that's all we ck for. I hate this...

  21. Am I the ONLY person who had trouble just making a bed to nursing standards?

    Marti Ann replied to Roland's topic in General Students

    OMG, this is great! I thought I was the only one with 2 left thumbs.I almost didn't pass my first term too. I had to go to the floor and have cna's work with me to learn this. and boy, oh boy, can I...

  22. Why you as Nurses choose nursing homes?

    Marti Ann replied to Marti Ann's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank You so much for your sweet and kind answers. You helped some nurses in nursing homes remember why they choose the profession of nursing. Best

  23. Briefs at night???

    Marti Ann replied to AlixCoastRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What ever happened to RESIDENTS RIGHTS!!! maybe same of the residents want the diapers off and some want it on. ask the residents. its their choice. Right? THE

  24. weekly documentation in ltc

    Marti Ann replied to dekatn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I review medical records and charts on a regular basics for Nursing Homes and ALF's. Can you put in your documention, assessments of the resident's that are postive. example: what the skin looks...

  25. What can you tell me about Florida Hospital?

    Marti Ann replied to ksrnstudent's topic in Florida Nursing

    I worked at a wonderful teaching hosptial called Jackson memorial/Univ. of Miami. We had the most interesting pts. At a teaching hospital you learn and do everything most nurses don't see or do at a...