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  1. Don't feel sorry for me because I work in long term care...

    rose-n-arrows posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I love working in long term care. In nursing school, LTC was touted as being the least desirable job in nursing. Instructors warned students that assessment skills would be lost and future...

  2. Don't feel sorry for me because I work in long term care...

    rose-n-arrows replied to rose-n-arrows's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have spoken to my former instructors about what my job entails. They have given me their blessings to share my experiences with current nursing students. They can't speak from experience regarding...

  3. Don't feel sorry for me because I work in long term care...

    rose-n-arrows replied to rose-n-arrows's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thanks for the great

  4. Don't feel sorry for me because I work in long term care...

    rose-n-arrows replied to rose-n-arrows's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    People don't realize many things until they are in a particular situation. I'm no longer concerned with whether I am perceived to be a "real nurse" by those who simply don't know. My residents and...

  5. New Grad just got a job at LTC/rehab

    rose-n-arrows replied to BosSM22's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Perfect! If you heed this advise, you will be a stellar nurse

  6. New Grad just got a job at LTC/rehab

    rose-n-arrows replied to BosSM22's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My advice is always the same. Expect that it will take forever to accomplish your med passes in the beginning. Do not take short cuts. Trust that you will improve as you become more familiar with...

  7. Surveyors on site--help with GTube Medications?!?

    rose-n-arrows replied to santeeaholic's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Some meds may form a precipitate when combined, possibly clogging the tubing. The facility where I work just completed a deficiency free survey. That's right, zero deficiencies! I invited the...

  8. Irony & DSHS

    rose-n-arrows posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is still annoying me a couple of days after the incident so I'm venting. The other day a man showed up at the nurses's station, identified himself as DSHS personnel and asked to interview a...

  9. Irony & DSHS

    rose-n-arrows replied to rose-n-arrows's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    DSHS=Department of Social and Health Services-They are social workers who check on residents from time to time, particularly when the resident has a pending discharge to home. They ensure the...

  10. Irony & DSHS

    rose-n-arrows replied to rose-n-arrows's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I asked for his ID and led him to the DON prior to the interview. It's always good to reiterate the importance of checking ID, so

  11. Happy Nurses Week Cards...

    rose-n-arrows replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    Monday-Awesome shirt and beautiful corsage+card of thanks Tuesday-Starbucks and donuts-also retractable ID card clip that says "Nurses Rock" Wednesday-Day off!(Coincidence) We shall see what Thurs and...

  12. for those in LTC..what songs do your residents like?

    rose-n-arrows replied to AshleyinSTL's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have found that songs with an easily recognized chorus go over well. "I've been workin' on the rail road", "Oh my Darling, Clementine" "My Bonnie lies over the ocean", "My country tis of thee",...

  13. IM injections - divide into 2 or keep as 1?

    rose-n-arrows replied to samyaira's topic in Patient Medications

    Though not evidence-based, per se~ One poke= sore muscle, apply cool pack to affected area and give analgesic, if warranted. Two pokes=only if necessitated by dose. Second poke likely to elicit...

  14. Want to start looking for a different job, but feel guilty.

    rose-n-arrows posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have worked in a SNF/LTC RN position for almost 6 months. I like my coworkers, like the residents, and have become more efficient in my job. The problem~I'm afraid for the future of geriatric...

  15. Want to start looking for a different job, but feel guilty.

    rose-n-arrows replied to rose-n-arrows's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'm smiling because that's almost exactly what my husband said:) This guilt feeling is more associated with the residents than my

  16. Take a deep breath and carry on

    rose-n-arrows replied to NurseOnAMotorcycle's topic in General Nursing

    I had that very thought last night....Had a ridiculous night. Now I'm rested, fed and ready for another

  17. If us nurses could invent something, what would we choose?

    rose-n-arrows replied to nursn4u11's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    How about transdermal patches for every

  18. Multidose Packaging

    rose-n-arrows replied to Megan-Cho's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our facility started using multi dose packaging and it has proven to be anything but a time saver. Approximately one half of our residents get meds from local pharmacies so we have one drawer that is...

  19. New grad and I love my job!

    rose-n-arrows replied to 1968cowgirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I started my job right after obtaining my license (about 3 months ago). I had no human healthcare experience prior to nursing school, but had worked for a veterinarian for several years. Initially it...

  20. New grad and I love my job!

    rose-n-arrows replied to 1968cowgirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Your post echoes my sentiments exactly! I graduated in June, went through the NCLEX routine in July-obtained licensure in Oregon and two weeks later in Washington. I have been working in a SNF ever...

  21. Trying to forgive and forget

    rose-n-arrows replied to Healing Soul's topic in General Nursing

    I would imagine that in your 18 years as a CNA you had a positive impact on the lives of your patients and their families. Maybe when you think about steering someone away from a career in the...

  22. Why do most of the SNF/ LTC facilities not put their classified Ads on the internet?

    rose-n-arrows replied to 50kn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That is exactly what I did on Wednesday and had a walk-through/interview on the spot. Now I have a job that is ideal for me :) I can't stand the online application process. In a people-oriented...

  23. Is long term care that bad? and Long Term Care To Psych

    rose-n-arrows replied to DA,RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Balsadragon, thanks for commenting on this post, thereby bringing it to the top. I am excited at the prospect of starting my first job as a nurse in a SNF. Throughout school, it bothered me to hear...

  24. NCLEX taken today HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    rose-n-arrows replied to Cindy 17's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No matter what state you're from, when it comes to taking the NCLEx, I'm sure most would agree that they're in a STATE of PANIC afterwards. It's an unsettling feeling, at the very least. Nothing...

  25. Does choosing "Psychosocial" nursing ruin a new grad?

    rose-n-arrows posted a topic in Addictions

    I wish I'd paid attention to the "specialty" category sooner. I had a great (so I thought) opportunity to work as an RN in a recovery center. I was very excited because the psych rotation was my...