Fngrpntsnotasin

Fngrpntsnotasin specializes in Geriatrics, Home Health.

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1. so ready to quit

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to fairyluv's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Let it out sister I know just how you feel. Just remember you got to take care of yourself and your

2. Problems at the SNF

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to richnurse828's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Agree with above. Plus always give your meds out on time or

3. Advice please!

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to RN315's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Yep, understand perfectly what you said. If I were you I wouldn't go into any new job with that mind set. You will get chewed up and spit out, maybe by an LPN just like

4. Question on Washcloth and bathing

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to ngazza's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   Nothing wrong with using a soapy washcloth. It is more comfortable for the person being cleansed, and normal washing and drying takes care of your concerns about it being

5. LTC nurses-Are you worried about being fired?

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   No way! But where I work is really awesome

6. How long was you orientation traing when you started in LTC?

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   4 12 hour shifts. That is one on each hall then on my

7. Is this Safe? Census: 45 / ID Bands: 0 / # of Nurses: 1

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to carriebarton59's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   I don't know what state you are in but there are regs for how many residents per nurse/aide you can have depending on the shift. I work 7p-7a and have 44 residents (this is at an 88 bed facility with...

8. Question About Stretched Ears

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to KatieMarie1127's topic in General Students

   I have 1'' gauges and no on where i work cares (LTC) I even wear those silicone flesh tunnels. But thats my situation, you better believe that in nursing school I wore those flesh colored plugs, in...

9. My Teacher Hates me!!!!

   Fngrpntsnotasin replied to SnowPrincess's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   Really?

10. When Do I Tell My Boss . . . . ?

    Fngrpntsnotasin replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    ((((Ruby))))

11. what do you want to hear during report??

    Fngrpntsnotasin replied to beatrice1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Maybe you would like to know if the residents are crushed meds or thick liquids. I like to know if anything acute going on so I can check it out while I'm down the halls. If they fell or have a new...

12. No call no show?

    Fngrpntsnotasin replied to Fngrpntsnotasin's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have made the director aware of all of this (as she should already know). And I will leave it at that for now. I don't want to be b**** that tries to get people fired, but I will if I have to. Also...

13. New nurse here. How do I overcome a suspension from work?

    Fngrpntsnotasin replied to BradenRN30's topic in Nursing Career

    Supervisor in a LTC will mean being responsible for everyone on your unit ( or most likely the entire home). You will have to call the MD, take off orders, deal with family, treatments, help with...

14. New nurse here. How do I overcome a suspension from work?

    Fngrpntsnotasin replied to BradenRN30's topic in Nursing Career

    Sorry, but I am curious about why you were suspended for 3days? Sorry, you do not have to share but just

15. New nurse here. How do I overcome a suspension from work?

    Fngrpntsnotasin replied to BradenRN30's topic in Nursing Career

    Nursing homes are super busy. Like any where from 20 to 40 patients (depending on your shift) busy. A lot of what is done is medpass and charting. Also you need eyes in the back of your head to watch...