gabulldogs

gabulldogs has 5 years experience and specializes in Geriatric.

Latest Activity

1. I Hate LT: How I Want to Fix It

   gabulldogs replied to libran1984's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   #1 question Are LPN's suppose to be doing ALL the paperwork on new admission(LTC)? We were taught otherwise in school. Yes, we are doing it all. Many times at 5pm or later. #2 question Should...

2. I Hate LT: How I Want to Fix It

   gabulldogs replied to libran1984's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   You just described where I work to a tee. Until new Management or Ownership changes; nothing will change.I apparently replaced some very good Nurses that just got fed up. I know how they feel and am...

3. Discouraged with LTC. Advice?

   gabulldogs replied to RoxieRN0511's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Hi I graduated past August for LPN. I finally found a job in a LTC. My question is they make us come in when a CNA calls in. Is this legal? I don't mind helping out but it doesn't look like they are...

4. What shoes brand is good?

   gabulldogs replied to ctbui's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

   I just went through the best shoe dilemma. I am now loving the Allegria brands. I have small and narrow feet and need lots of arch support. The extra bonus... they have lots of fun colors....They...

5. I understand why people go the LPN route

   gabulldogs replied to downsouthlaff's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

6. Geriatric UTI and Hallucinations/Psychosis

   gabulldogs replied to njmomstudent's topic in Geriatric, LTC

7. Please help! Questions I haven't read here yet....so curious!!!

   gabulldogs replied to nervousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Well said. We (floor nurse) trying to make management aware but no changes so

8. I received a "write up" warning at my LTC

   gabulldogs replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

9. Please help! Questions I haven't read here yet....so curious!!!

   gabulldogs replied to nervousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   TEAM WORK. Hopefully you are able to get employeed with a LTC that actively portrays this

10. Nurses HELP ME pls

    gabulldogs replied to BelleNurseRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree They cant force you to clock out and finish work w/o pay. Time to move

11. Advocating for the residents and associates

    gabulldogs replied to gabulldogs's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you. Charge Nurses are required to take call 1x week which is now averaging 2-3 every off days and for Charge Nurse call ins. A new time is in play for next MM at 6pm for nurses. CNAs will stay...

12. Advocating for the residents and associates

    gabulldogs posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    "Neglect" of the Residents and Associates. 1. Can Charge Nurses be written up for not coming in to cover a CNA call-in? 2. Can Associates be written up for missing Mandatory Meetings even though...

13. Could my license be at risk?

    gabulldogs replied to imaLvn2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just want to share. I am presently night shift in a LTC in Georgia. I now realize how I ended up here. God's will. Neglect of the Elderly. With that said, I am actively advocating for them. I would...

14. How to Determine Whether a LTC / SNF is Well Run

    gabulldogs replied to vintagemother's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thank you. That's exactly the answer I needed. Already submitted with Ombudsman online. Will talk to Nurses Org. and see what to do. I've already been advised by friends (rn) to get out of there, I'm...

15. ltc job stress

    gabulldogs replied to snowybee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I too work in LTC. Horrible conditions due to poor management. I have reach my limit and my voice is falling on deaf ears. My goal now is too go higher up the chain (gov. corp etc.) I am tired of...