Marti Ann

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 the drawers and pts. not get their meds for 10 da...

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 troubles.

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

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 there vibrators it is there right to have them. P...

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 sexual implications. patients refer to him as a ge...

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

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, investigate and resolve complaints made by, or on behal...

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 sexual implications. patients refer to him as a ge...

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 food, and does it matter if it is an antipsychotic ...

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 can do your other duties? thanks,

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 Feeding Assistants SEATTLE--Nursing home residents in ...

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 you, please email me can [email protected] http:...

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 articles. thank you in advance. [email protected]

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

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 so many other fields in nursing... Can you states s...

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 administer meds and treatment to residents and wo...

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 changes...

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 aides. These regulations allow feeding assistants to ...

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 all.

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 with a passion. No nurses to ck CNA's who pass m...

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 ever made a bed now.lol! look out Martha.

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 wishes.

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 OMBUDSMAN

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 like, so there is no pressure sore evidence.We are so ...

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 general hospital. I loved it so much and learned t...