ClearBlueOctoberSky

ClearBlueOctoberSky

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  1. Can’t a nurse be fired?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Barbara Fouch Lentz's topic in General Nursing

    The issue comes from the State. Because of the abuse laws that have been enacted, this is most likely considered a Self-Reportable Incident. If substantiated, the Nursing Home can receive an Immediate...

  2. How would you react? Body odor discussion.

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Nurse-rachet1's topic in General Nursing

    In Skilled Rehab and in long term care, if State inspectors come in, smell offensive odors, or notice a Resident that has bad body odor, the facility could be tagged on dignity and in providing...

  3. We are human too

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to IdrilRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I currently work LTC/Memory Care. I get told "I love you" all the time, in which I reply "Aw. I love you too." There is no feeling behind the sentiment, it is a validation statement made for that...

  4. When Your Doctor Doesn't Listen

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Paying for Medicare! Yes. My mom has Tricare, and is still required to carry Medicare B, which I pay for to the tune of over 400 for three months. I also struggle with the Dr/patient relationships for...

  5. questioning state reporting regulations

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to LPN9200's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work in our secured neighborhood for Dementia, and we don't report every RTRA. For it to be reportable, the Resident has to demonstrate understanding of the incident and there has to be significant...

  6. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry you misconstrued the true meaning of my post, and I wasn't very clear with that, and offended you. I understand about trying to keep ahead. Although I don't have children, I do care for...

  7. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I love Melba toast. It is actually very light and crisp. Yummy with Jalapeno jam and cream

  8. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    Don't slack on the re-take. I did that last semester with A&P 1. In the end I pulled it together, but still...it's my bad thinking that since it is my umpteenth time taking A&P, it would be...

  9. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. I don't have children, and now I might have to go buy some to

  10. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I think I'm in withdrawal from working. Going from working 50 to 60 hours a week as a Nurse manager back to part-time floor nurse has left me feeling discombobulated and feeling I don't know what to...

  11. Does this make a bad nurse/aide?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Rocktheman's topic in Nursing Career

    Yeah, that happens sometimes. I wouldn't feel bad, for it isn't a TERRIBLE mistake. The nurse probable should have asked what you needed it for, and then dolloped some out into a medicine cup, or...

  12. This week, I have learned... (8/8)

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Ixchel, There are those of use who try very, very hard to NOT send out our Dementia patients; because of everything you mentioned. It is heartbreaking to be suspected of abuse because your Dementia...

  13. Worst/silliest/are you serious pt complaint you've received?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to odaat's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hmm, I have made Dill Pickle Soup with vegetables. Tasty. ETA in response to the complaint of the "vegebal" soup.

  14. Nervous Patients

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to FragOut's topic in Operating Room

    I'm one of those patients. Honestly, no matter what you say to me, isn't going to matter, and I don't really hear half of what you are saying. I am so worked up in my head, even though I know and...

  15. Got surprised at work yesterday.

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    Yay!

  16. Oral chemotherapy

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to happyRN21's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know about in a hospital, but as a LPN in long-term care, I give oral chemo meds to my patient. I make sure I know the reasons for it, and follow safety procedures

  17. Who Let the Dogs Out in Nursing?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Donna Maheady's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I work in a combo skilled/long-term care facility. We have a facility "pet", who is not a therapy dog, but the residents love her. She does have her preferred staff that she will go home with to...

  18. Craziest vitals on a person who lived?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to guest64485's topic in General Nursing

    I have had my BGL drop into the mid 30's when I take my Metformin and then don't eat. I get really, really cranky...well, mean, actually. My mom had a GI bleed with a INR of 7. She was dizzy, but...

  19. Scuffed Danskos

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to T-Bird78's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't have an answer for you. I just wanted to say that I have a pair of brown leather Danskos that I have had for going on four years now. They are scuffed on the toes and heels, but I like them...

  20. I got reported to HR

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to katie92's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am not seeing how "your momma" can be derogatory or disrespectful. I have coworker of all different nationalities, who, either know my mom from her rehab, or know that I take care of my mom, ask...

  21. Is this a new trend?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to hppygr8ful's topic in General Nursing

    With the new types of briefs available, they do not hold moisture next to skin. It is wicked and held in gel form...much like Pampers for babies. Using a towel is just going to contribute to...

  22. I am a staffing coordinator looking for a mock schedule 8hr every other wkend off

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Moonlight47's topic in General Nursing

    We schedule like that. You need both full time and part time staff. For example Full Time Nurse: M, T, W, R on, F off, Sa, Su on, M off, T, W, R, F on, Sa, Su off, M, T, W, R on, F off and so on....

  23. Esme Needs Your Prayers

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry to hear Esme hasn't been well. I haven't been on for several months. I'm sending lots of positive thoughts and sunshine to her. Hope she feels better

  24. Pointclickcare

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to sonya porter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    With ours, only the Administrator and DON has remote

  25. blackballed

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to jwright343's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you! THIS is what I was trying to