Leelee2

Leelee2

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  1. I like the schedule of LTC, med pass routines, etc time goes very fast. Interacting with residents and getting to know them is great. Management is usually poor quality, staffing is always an issue,...
  2. How do you relax after a hectic shift?

    Hot shower, then my Massage Chair and foot/calf massager (heaven here on earth!!) Expensive, but the Best purchase i ever
  3. Should I Take the Chance/Sacrifice?

    I'm older, not sure about wiser. School will always be there. SO's and strong relationships are harder to find, and harder to maintain!! Wait the one year out, and cherish the friendship and love...
  4. Nurse to Nurse Abuse (how do I fix this)

    This environment you describe sounds very toxic. I wouldn't doubt if your co-workers are jealous of you and your nursing abilities!! As a nurse, and as a Patient, there is no such thing as "taking...
  5. In your state, is it a requirement to have a HS diploma or GED to enter CNA
  6. First Nursing job, and I drowned!

    ""I was hired at a skilled nursing facility/nursing home, and was given 3 days out of an 8 day orientation period and put on the floor early due to shortage. I worked second shift, and had to come in...
  7. How many nurses?

    Medicare unit, LTC, one nurse 17-22 patients. No unit secretary or unit manager on the floor
  8. New Grad...1st Job...Nursing Home=HELP

    GatorRN, Just wondering how it's been going for you so
  9. Would you ever own a motorcycle? YES or NO?

    We have owned several bikes in the past. My favorite was our Suzuki Boulevard!! Got rid of them, too dangerous. Even if you are a great driver, too many others just don't see bikes on the road, even...
  10. have heard this term "called out" in the midwest southern states, basically meaning
  11. Aren't ADON's here to help...?

    '' (We all feel that this clock-out rule is dangerous, with nurses forced to leave before their work is thoroughly taken care of, dumping it on the next shift, but that's a whole other vent.) So when...
  12. Congrat's on making a positive work environment change!! Hope you are feeling better! Thanks for giving us an update! Wishing you continued success in your new position!
  13. Long term care supervisor

    Regarding the nasty nurse who doesn't have anything nice to say about the facility...Are her complaints legitimate? If so, maybe she is looking to you for advice on how to better the facility? I...
  14. ADHD/ADD nurse

    Having ADHD as a nurse can be both a positive and a negative. Many times people with ADHD think outside of the box, which is a positive. Distraction and Interruption at work are my biggest issues....
  15. Previous Job interview question

    My advice would be to check the box may we contact, Yes. You do not have anything to be ashamed
  16. leaving office for ltc

    You made the right choice going back to a good work environment!! Good for you, and best of
  17. ""a few nurses had issues with some of the topics and they were informed that if they didnt like it they could hit the road. furthermore, one manager informed us that since there is a surplus of grads...
  18. (LTC/Rehab) Under what circumstances would you resign?

    If i felt that my license was in jeopardy, I would quit. With a 2 week notice. You have worked hard for your license, and it is not worth losing it due to working for a facility like this! There...
  19. I am just curious what traits/styles of management other nurse's look for in Nurse Supervisors? I like to see Supervisor/Unit Managers/DON's on the floors, observing the flow of the units....
  20. Barcode Scanning

    I know of hospitals in my state (Wisconsin) that have purchased the Barcode Scanning system, after sentinal events happened in these hospitals. We have three good sized hospitals in our area, out of...
  21. I can't take this nurse anymore!

    My advice would be to follow the chain of command, speak directly to this nurse first and explain to her your valid points, give it another shift, if no improvement speak to the unit manager, then...
  22. What do you look for in a Nurse Supervisor?

    Well said, I am in full
  23. Can a patient refuse sedation?

    IF I ever decide to have another scope I will be refusing sedation completely. After having been perforated in two places after my colonoscopy though, and having to have a bowel resection in two...
  24. Can you really change a bad LTC?

    ""The last state survey was terrible; one of the worst in the state. No one seems to care and want change. There is a new DON. She is nearing retirement, just wanting to hang out until she does retire...
  25. mandated?

    Does your facility mandate nurse's to cover for call in's?? What ever happened to agency nurses in