Schmoo1022

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  1. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our residents don't wear briefs in bed. Only if they have

  2. General med times- am, noon, pm, hs

    Schmoo1022 replied to mscsrjhm's topic in General Nursing

    The only one of those we use is- HS. Some residents go to sleep very early, or late so this is to accomadate them without waking

  3. major error in NICU

    Schmoo1022 replied to ana97abby03's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am so sorry this happened to you and the baby. We have all made mistakes. You seem like a very caring NICU nurse and you are just where you should be. I think it takes a real special person to work...

  4. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I know..the laundry staff is already complaining about the amount of laundry that is going down. Since I am not usually the one to make the beds, I let them decide the way they like best, as long as...

  5. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That site does say either way is ok. So, I guess it is which ever way the staff prefers. I really like to boost with the pads, our pads are very large and it usually works well, and not so much linen...

  6. CNA's and prescription Treatments

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree that sounds like a great idea. We have a huge problem with everything being on the TAR's, Everything is on ours. Heel protectors, foley care, you name it. I would love to see it put on the CNA...

  7. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Actually, I saw a few videos on youtube.com. But can't access them at work. I have great CNA's, but if they are set in their ways about something, it is very difficult to have them try anything...

  8. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Oh no. I am sorry, you misunderstood me. I am not using it to monitor bed making! Just to end the stupid argument about where the pad goes! If these ladies don't see it in print they won't agree. I...

  9. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I wish! I work in a VERY small place. We have really nothing like that. When we hire new employees, they train with another staff member. Thats

  10. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We are using it as a lift sheet. So,does anyone know where I can find a checklist

  11. Bed making

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thats what I said LOL. Then I asked if the pad was underneath the drawer sheet and you are using the drawer sheet to boost, wouldn't everything be higher up except the pad?? So, of course the pad...

  12. How long do you drive to work?

    Schmoo1022 replied to LovePurple's topic in General Nursing

    It takes me about 5 minutes, but if i was to find my dream job I'd be willing to drive a distance. I love to drive though. I find it relaxing and a nice way to

  13. How to get out of LTC !!!! Need Insight Please!

    Schmoo1022 replied to PeacefulHeart's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am staff, but have the per diem rate, so no I do not accrue vacation time. I don't get paid for any time off that I take. Also, I work in a very, very small facility, so it isn't easy to find...

  14. How to get out of LTC !!!! Need Insight Please!

    Schmoo1022 replied to PeacefulHeart's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Ughh I am fed up too. Not so much with Long Term Care, which I really love,but my facility. I am getting chest pains frequently now. It's mostly my co-workers and bad attitudes and no money for the...

  15. hobbies to keep dementia pts happy?

    Schmoo1022 replied to makes needs known's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    These are fantastic. One of our patients has a daughter that is a seamstress. She made something very similiar to these and the patients love them. I disagree about the coloring thing being for...

  16. I cannot do this job anymore!

    Schmoo1022 replied to superwifenursewoman's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my gosh! I could have wrote this post word for word..except I work in a nursing home. I would quit nursing in a heart beat if I didn't have children and a house. I am wondering if it is just burn...

  17. Can an employer penalize you for calling-in due to illness?

    Schmoo1022 replied to NursingAgainstdaOdds's topic in General Nursing

    How about getting the third degree when you call out? I cannot believe it is ok for an employer to ask "why are you calling out?" What about our privacy? How about managers calling you to try to "make...

  18. Hostile Nurses

    Schmoo1022 replied to golfergirl17's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen these types of things at several facilities. I actually quit my first job and almost NURSING because of it. There is definate competition and I have noticed that many feel threatened by...

  19. Registe (red) Nurse

    Schmoo1022 replied to RedWeasel's topic in General Nursing

    I think that is a pretty cool

  20. help getting into mother/baby unit

    Schmoo1022 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi, I have worked LTC for several years, but have been always interested in post partum. It is very difficult to get a position at my local hospital. What could I do to make myself more marketable?...

  21. Things people say coming out of anaesthetic

    Schmoo1022 replied to frellyou's topic in General Nursing

    I love it... These are so

  22. Mass Nursing homes

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am really surprised. I have had to pass meds for 30 residents when our med tech called out sick and truthfully, it took me most of the day to just do that. With meds, insulin, tube feeding and...

  23. Mass Nursing homes

    Schmoo1022 posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi, I am from Rhode Island and was thinking about a part-time job in a nursing home in nearby Massachusetts. In Rhode Island we usually have 30 patients to care for, but have a med tech as well. I...

  24. Any organized, decent, LTC facilities??

    Schmoo1022 replied to spiritbeing8992's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Cape Cod. Do you need any day shift Baylors over your way???

  25. Mass Nursing homes

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Wow. 30 patients...meds, treatments and charting for one nurse...yikes! I am not really fond of having med techs, but I guess it is better than being required to do it all for 30 patients. That seems...