Schmoo1022

Schmoo1022

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  1. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I thought it was true too, but I know so many people that have checked on other nurses and aids "off the record" before hiring them. Everyone knows everyone around

  2. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    A director was hired at my facility. I had worked for her ONE day at another facility and did not return. I was worried that she would mention it to my current employees. Just in a chit chatty

  3. how old were you when you realized you weren't going to make real money as a nurse

    Schmoo1022 replied to pilotstudentnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I am pretty happy with the pay I make, but I think as professionals we should be paid more. Considering we have so much responsibility, life and death really. It makes me quite mad when I pay the...

  4. UTI questions

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes, it is more serious in the elderly. It appears randon..but I am sure there is a method to his madness...I am going to find

  5. New Grad RN in LTC Needs Advice Please!!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Cashboy's Mom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You will learn time management for sure. It will get easier and easier as you learn what routine works for

  6. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I just wanted to update everyone who was nice enough to post. The new DNS came in to fill out some paperwork. She introduced herself and seemed to recognize me, but didn't mention anything. I feel...

  7. Automatic B/P machines...should I buy my own?

    Schmoo1022 replied to prinsessa's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have an automatic wrist one and an arm one. I find the automatic arm one more accurate. I usully use the good old manual one though, if someone is having any kind of any

  8. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    thank you for

  9. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is so true...The LTC community is small. Even with so many facilities, everyone moves from place to place. Yes, it was a small facility, but no I didn't make any sort of commotion. Actually,...

  10. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    LOL...if I thought I could lay low, that is exactly what I'd

  11. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think you are right. I did return to where I came

  12. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am worried about this too

  13. don't burn bridges!

    Schmoo1022 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have a couple of problems..1. the facility is super small, under 50 beds. 2. I work second shift so our shifts over lap. I live in a small state with many nursing homes...everyone bounces from one...

  14. Tidbits, facts, save-your-butts...for new nurses in LTC

    Schmoo1022 replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Ohh and I could absolutely NOT do my job without my fantastic

  15. Tidbits, facts, save-your-butts...for new nurses in LTC

    Schmoo1022 replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Document, Document Document....like the other posters have said. I can't tell you how many times I have thought "ehh...not that big of a deal. I don't need to chart it" and have it come back and bite...

  16. Two Jobs and or passions.

    Schmoo1022 replied to Reminisce's topic in General Nursing

    Very

  17. i miss ltc i think

    Schmoo1022 replied to wishiwereanurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I love, love, love long term care. I truly enjoy working with the elderly. That being sad....we have very few residents that are even considered Seniors these days. All psych and dependency issues. We...

  18. Residents

    Schmoo1022 replied to Forever Sunshine's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow! That's all I can say

  19. dealing with a fetal demise

    Schmoo1022 replied to babymamaRN6's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Oh my...that website has me sobbing. I truly admire you L&D, Pediatric and ER nurses. It takes someone very special to do these

  20. CNA's doing laundry on the night shift

    Schmoo1022 replied to BackfromRetirement's topic in General Nursing

    We do ALL the laundry at our facility. Including linens and personals. Budget

  21. Do I automatically get a CNA after first year in nursing school?

    Schmoo1022 replied to onlyjesus22's topic in General Students

    After the first year of nursing school, I was able to work as a Student Nurse Intern. I was basically doing CNA duties, but I was able to do some extra under the supervision of a RN. I was not...

  22. I feel so incompetent

    Schmoo1022 replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You are still pretty new. You will learn from every experience you have and things will start to

  23. Describe good and bad CNA's you have seen

    Schmoo1022 replied to gardie's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I have some really great CNAs. One that stands out right now, just goes above and beyond. She sits with the residents and does their nails, all of them, whether they are her resident or not. If...

  24. facility acquired pressure ulcers

    Schmoo1022 replied to CNL2B's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I was wondering if anyone contacted your family when the wound was first noticed? Our facility notifies the family ASAP when we have a wound. Most of the time, even when you know a patient is at risk...

  25. LTC pay?

    Schmoo1022 replied to GretaRN's topic in General Nursing

    That is really good in my opinion! It is higher than what my nursing home would pay new grads for sure. No offense taken, LTC care is not for everyone, and it is getting harder and harder. I am not a...