KellyRPNinOntario

KellyRPNinOntario

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  1. Why is LTC so hated

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to MadameFreckles's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I love LTC...I have 32 amazingly individual residents that I have established trusting relationships with. Everyday there is a laugh and a cry. Im an Lpn and I love my

  2. Administering Capsules

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to nurs3ros3's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Not all capsules need to wait until the intestine. You just need to research each med. I open many capsules that the pharmacy said was fine. In my experience anything that cant be opened will state...

  3. Medication administration in deltoid muscle

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to keludtke's topic in General Nursing

    I would only give 1ml in the deltoid. Question to all....what size/guage needle would you all use for a very obese pt in the

  4. New grads: ever feel like EVERYONE around you is finding jobs?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to nurseypoo87's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Keep your head up...it'll be you soon. Don't let the neagtive comments get you

  5. How do you work????

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to mnrb_mdn's topic in General Nursing

    I called the on-call doctor at my LTC facilty a while back. I was lookin to get an order to send a resident to the ER. After giving him vitals and the scenario he asked what was my "gut" telling me....

  6. What is the one piece of advice you wish you could tell yourself as a nursing student

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to Mini-Murse's topic in General Nursing

    I felt that I had to be perfect at clinical skills before I graduated. In reality most of the learning took place once I graduated. My first job taught me more in one week than all my clinicals...

  7. What would you do?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to missladyrn's topic in General Nursing

    Wow....you are being manipulated and you have to give them the ultimatum. It may cost you the job but I doubt they will want to rehire so quickly. If you dont do it now you are

  8. Electronic MAR?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Agreed

  9. Electronic MAR?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I also dont have to provide a reason. I suppose if management were looking for a reason to write you up, they could use this

  10. Electronic MAR?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sometimes I just miss signing for a med...it happens. I have 32 residents to give out meds and a Tar to sign also. I end signing for a med at 10:30 that was due at 5. Never been an issue with my...

  11. Electronic MAR?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We have eMar with a digipen. I love it!!! Yes technically the pharmacy knows what time each med is given...however, we are not locked out or in trouble if meds arent given at the exact time. We can...

  12. Urine drug test too dilute??!!

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I dont understand why you're so worried...if you have nothing to hide then it will all work

  13. What a good feeling!

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to Daisy_08's topic in General Nursing

    Way to go!!! You must feel amazing and congrats on

  14. Why do we continue to do it?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to BrookeeLou_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, it's those days that are few: when you get home and feel great about the day and what you

  15. Moral Dilemmas: Two Scenarios - What would you do?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to MichelleDawnLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I have a resident like number 1. I don't know what I would do If I couldnt talk to the family. I'm an rpn (same as LPN) and we are resposible for calling and infroming the POA's. The family is now...

  16. How many times do you really skip lunches and breaks?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to Aly529's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in long term care on the 3-11 shift. I never take breaks and I get to eat about half the time (scarf down some food in about 10 minutes). I suppose I could take a break but the only ones who...

  17. nursing process & LTC...impossible?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to lesliel's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Im in LTC also....yep seems that there is no time to talk or try and make a resident feel like you care. I try and talk to one or two each night for a few extra minutes....rotate and hope you can at...

  18. Help! Need to make a decision quickly

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to hardygirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Trust your intuition....it will never let you

  19. What to you like about being a nurse?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to 2RNornot2RN's topic in General Nursing

    I work LTC and I am very new. Still struggling with daily tasks. HOWEVER...today I had a moment. A resident that does not spreak english and therfore cant communicate with me received a call from...

  20. Just Rejected From Nursing School - Most Ridiculous Admissions Office

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to guest_57352's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

  21. OMG! Why??!!

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to cna23's topic in General Nursing

    Ok fair.... but you did say you thought you'd be standing around for

  22. OMG! Why??!!

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to cna23's topic in General Nursing

    Ok sorry but I'm muchly offended by that comment. I just got home form a 3-11 shift and I sat for 10 minutes to eat a sandwich....good

  23. Expected to do other nurse's work

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to nurseblob's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree with the above post. It may just be that they are overwhelmed. I dont think the first option should be going to the manager. I would ask the person nicely first. If they still dont pick it...

  24. How Many Residents Do You Care For On Your Unit?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree! We have a float CNA that comes through twice per shift to "help the other CNA". I recently moved to Evenings because it was just too much. Trying to fill out lab reqs and receive meds...

  25. How should I ask my manager...?

    KellyRPNinOntario replied to winter_green's topic in General Nursing

    I recently did exactly this....and Im now in my new position. Lesson - make your wishes