ktwlpn

ktwlpn LPN

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  1. Who Takes Care of Things that Happen at Shift Change? (long and chatty)

    ktwlpn replied to flashpoint's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't understand how paying you OT is a good idea.And-what happens when you or some other nurse just can not stay? So the evening nurse is slow and always screws up ..If she has to do it she'll...

  2. Who Takes Care of Things that Happen at Shift Change? (long and chatty)

    ktwlpn replied to flashpoint's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our policy states that if a hospital return or new admission arrives a half hour before the end of the shift then the next shift takes care of it.(it does NOT matter who you are-the policy applies to...

  3. students who break the rules

    ktwlpn replied to student-with-no-life's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Really? I've never had a job that didn't have rules.When to start,when to take a break-when to leave.What to wear etc...A student with a propensity to ignore "rules" is likely to be a future crappy...

  4. Sad conversation today

    ktwlpn replied to TazziRN's topic in General Nursing

    i don't believe in lying to any patient.no matter what the diagnosis may be that person has the right to know and make their plans....we all have the right to plan our final trip -what good does it do...

  5. IV fluid for a PT on a Fluid restriction? ! ? !

    ktwlpn replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in General Nursing

    it is too sad-especially when you consider she is commiting suicide

  6. what would you do?

    ktwlpn replied to CRNI-ICU20's topic in General Nursing

    FRAUD FRAUD FRAUD if he is billing for an exam....Report this asap.We have a staff dr that makes monthly rounds in the ltc and does not even pretend to touch anyone.I realize that with the sheer...

  7. Overall Body Numbness and Irritability

    ktwlpn replied to punkstar's topic in General Nursing

    We DO care-especially us old farts.We need you young nurses-you'll take care of us someday! But please consult your MD-all of that positive thinking may need a boost (can you tell I am a big believer...

  8. Overall Body Numbness and Irritability

    ktwlpn replied to punkstar's topic in General Nursing

    We can always count on you,Tweety-you are a "glass half full kind of guy" Great advice-be thankful for what you have and forget about what you have

  9. Injured and required to work?

    ktwlpn replied to jstbg1s's topic in General Nursing

    My employer requires us to file for FMLA if we are anticipating being out for 3 days or more.However your case sounds like workmen's comp-my facility has a protocol in place when an injury occurs.And...

  10. How can nurses help?

    ktwlpn replied to VTBabyNurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Sadly it's not uncommon for women like this to try to "one up " each other.They act like it's a badge of honor to survive getting their heads knocked around.Take what you hear with a grain of...

  11. Overall Body Numbness and Irritability

    ktwlpn replied to punkstar's topic in General Nursing

    You are in a DEPRESSION-get thee to the MD stat. You have been through alot of life changes and you are off balance.Not a thing wrong with taking an anti-depressant.Your brain chemicals...

  12. can someone answer me pretty please!!!

    ktwlpn replied to hoping1281's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Remember privacy,infection control and dignity in all that you do and monitor to make sure the cna's are doing so... Never answer a question with "I don't know" instead say" I'm not sure about that...

  13. LPN's to work as CNA's

    ktwlpn replied to caroline205's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've done it -and I had 16 frigging residents on day shift one day! I gave notice a few days later.If staffing is that tight it's time to look for another job.We worked with 3 cna's and 2 nurses on a...

  14. Words of Wisdom from fellow nurses

    ktwlpn replied to Diahni's topic in General Nursing

    "Serenity now,insanity later" My new mantra-I'll repeat this several times as I concentrate on my breathing-(in through the nose for 2 counts and out through the mouth for 4 counts) It really does...

  15. I was lookin good tonight!!!!

    ktwlpn replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    That's cute....Don't you sometimes feel like a rock star ? It's great when someone is sooooo glad to see you and you're the BEST and the most BEAUTIFUL and the FAVORITE....Until you hear them tell...

  16. NICU filling with miscarriages

    ktwlpn replied to JOLLIEHOLLY's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'm at the other end of the spectrum-I work in long term care and I see exactly what happens..Years ago it was very common to see adults with numerous birth defects living in LTC-then we seemed to go...

  17. Breastfeeding and Politics

    ktwlpn replied to prmenrs's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    O sheesh---I saw a story on the news about this-they quoted a woman that actually said " If I knew that breast feeding was better for my baby I would have done it" HELLO? What are boobs for?...

  18. Does anyone else see a problem with this policy?

    ktwlpn replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    we have a "no concentrated sweets" diet.The majority of the population is so non-compliant when on a tightly controlled diet that they were actually experiencing more hypo/hyper reactions...

  19. Do you have time to cut diabetic toenails?

    ktwlpn replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I believe that Blackcat is in LTC-medicare pays for regular podiatry care as do most insurance companies.We don't touch them-due to risk of complications.We have agreat podiatrist that rounds a few...

  20. Will I HAVE TO particpate in abortions if I become a L&D nurse????

    ktwlpn replied to chnc1024's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Actually the thread became a "heated debate" because the OP referred to anyone who would have an abortion in quite a derogatory manner.Anyone that responded by pointing out the OP's VERY apparent...

  21. Colon therapy and enemas.

    ktwlpn replied to skybirdrising's topic in General Nursing

    It's available from many different companies and with numerous names but is a gallon of nasty stuff.....I don't know why they insist on continuing to use it-our geriatric residents can't consume that...

  22. Why don't med staff follow advanced directives?

    ktwlpn replied to RNnewgrad's topic in General Nursing

    I belive it varies from state to state.Advance directives are open to interpretation.Look up some of the forms available on the web.Most patients state they want heroic treatment with held if they...

  23. Ativan - her problem, or mine?

    ktwlpn replied to abooker's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You also stated she takes her darvocet too...We stopped using that in our elderly a few years ago and it's really equal to a couple of extra strength tylenol.Why not try her pain med first before the...

  24. Top 10 Reasons To Go To Nursing School

    ktwlpn replied to nurz2be's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Let me add one please...You get to start training your bladder to hold urine for 8 hours at a stretch (you'll never have to run for a bathroom break when you are out and about running errands on your...

  25. Hospital wants pts restained rather than pay for sitters

    ktwlpn replied to DebRN06's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that any available family members should be stongly encouraged to sit with their loved ones or obtain a paid sitter for as many hours as possible.If no one is willing or able to provide 1 to 1...