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Chin up

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  1. Thanks for sharing, it was like a breath of fresh
  2. documenting

    Kudos for asking, you obviously aren't stupid! Usually, there is a document with the names of residents who are on Medicare and need notes. It has the room number, name, and dx. It may even tell you...
  3. Lpn's can teach and run workshops in the private sector, as a volunteer and for hire. Hope you enjoy
  4. Help i need patient education handouts

    Abso-freakin-lutely!!
  5. Hopefully helpful advice!

    Ps- I especially loved your comment about using the CNA's. They are a wealth of info and since I did not know the patients, I went to them all the time. I tell new nurses to treat them right and they...
  6. Hopefully helpful advice!

    You did learn a lot in one year. Your advice was excellent and how it has to be done in order to finish your shift! You sound like a seasoned LTC nurse and now have the ability to run ANY floor. I...
  7. got fired/got hired, but confidence shaken

    Wow, every post on this thread, filled with compassion and so much wisdom. Most coming from nurses who were fired...speaks
  8. got fired/got hired, but confidence shaken

    I am
  9. Misery loves company?

    Laughing nurse, that's funny the name you created for someone so morbid. New grads always take longer to pass meds, practice only makes you faster. But first you need to get to know all the perverts...
  10. Believe me, if the US were ever to shut down, we would have much bigger problems than our
  11. Student Nurse Needle Stick Scare

    First off, always save the needle. They can test the needle if patient won't comply. Second, for piece of mind, get tested for everything, ESP hepatitis. I don't care if you saw blood or not, they...
  12. Night shift for 20 years

    Yes, there are sleep disorder specialist. Ask your primary or psych to recommend you to a sleep clinic or a specialist they trust. I am sure their is an answer for you. But one thing I do know, you...
  13. Were my patient's rights violated?

    I responded earlier to a different poster, Susanna. My response was to her and NOT the OP. The OP was stealing drugs from her place of work, and admitted to this, to her doctor. I don't know the...
  14. Were my patient's rights violated?

    Suanna, If you have a valid prescription and are taking them as prescribed, you have nothing to fear. I am sure your employee handbook states this. Please look into this so you can stop worrying...
  15. Night shift for 20 years

    You need to give your body at least six months to adjust to the day shift. You also must do days alone. No picking up other shifts, as this will bring you back as if you never changed shifts. Second,...
  16. Well I asked to learn MDS

    If that is where you want to go, then go. Start looking in other facilities and I am sure, one would love to have you. You will get training as you go. You will have a skill that in certain parts of...
  17. I did the multi shift for years. I am now screwed up. Lol. I am on a straight 8-4pm as I work in administration,, however my body never adjusted back. I can find myself up cleaning, reading or...
  18. I am leaving nursing...

    I tend to believe it is not "the nursing" and "it's stressors" that are calling you home, your heart is. You want to be a stay at home mom! That is an admirable and toughest job in the world! Your...
  19. Sorry, duplicate resonse. Good
  20. Write what you observe, interventions used and response. This is objective. Make sure all her needs are met and she is safe. Does she have a temp, is this her normal behavior? She could have a UTI....
  21. What do I NEED??? Help!

    For my first day of orientation I would bring, myself, my ears and a great attitude! Believe me, those will suit you very
  22. I am glad going to HR worked for your friend. However, I would never recommend anyone going to HR. They are usually the ones behind all the mess. That has been my experience in large corporations....
  23. I really hope you mean it! I was under a similar circumstance, but thankfully had years of experience and many contacts in the field. I did finally resign. It was hard for me to do as I am not a...
  24. Kindred in Boston area

    Kindred is good for the experience. They are always looking for RN's and gladly hire new grads. You could have your pick of departments, get good training and leave after one year if it doesn't work...
  25. MA monthly Nursing Summaries

    Hi, hope you two are still online. Fellow MMQ nurse here. Would love to start a support group for MMQ nurses. Er...actually need