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  1. An LTC Nurse POV: Why does it feel like Hospital ERs are bothered with Nursing Home reside

    turningred15 replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Perhaps if the patient was going to be in observation status and responsible for a large portion of the bill he/she decided not to stay. Obviously I don't know the background or decisional status of...

  2. Are we over-reacting?

    turningred15 replied to RainMom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is perfect and exactly what I would recommend. AL still sounds appropriate right

  3. Are we over-reacting?

    turningred15 replied to RainMom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work as a RN care manager and recommend the appropriate level of care for my clients. Often times those with memory issues who are still ambulatory are BEST served in memory care assisted living....

  4. Are hair accessories unprofessional?

    turningred15 replied to silhouettedreams's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Wear what YOU want to wear, don't worry about what other people prefer. Of course within the limits of your organizations dress

  5. Love Hate Relationship with CHF

    turningred15 replied to hkRN83's topic in Case Management

    I often make a point of asking patients "why?". Why do they not follow the lifestyle changes? Is it financial, social, cultural or just a choice? Often times exploring additional resources to help...

  6. OR RN for 5 yrs: Do I qualify for UM?...

    turningred15 replied to LAM2010's topic in Case Management

    You can post here any time you have a question, or PM me. I love my

  7. OR RN for 5 yrs: Do I qualify for UM?...

    turningred15 replied to LAM2010's topic in Case Management

    I would disagree with this statement. I work as a ER Case Manager, and determining status and completing reviews takes nursing knowledge and critical thinking to make sense of the entire clinical...

  8. Part-time case managers?

    turningred15 replied to Mnmom86's topic in Case Management

    Part time is doable but rare! I currently work part time as a ER case manager and I also own my own consulting business. I had to wait for the right time to get that part time position because most...

  9. RN's offered same jobs as Clinical social workers?

    turningred15 replied to Healthcare102's topic in General Nursing

    I am a RN with experience in care coordination and case management. I see a lot of those jobs transitioning to RN vs SW. RN's are able to understand medical, psych-social, and emotional needs. A SW...

  10. RN job market in Milwaukee

    turningred15 replied to daisy44's topic in Nursing Career

    By the way Horizon home health pays per visit, not hourly. They are just an OK company to work for. Allay home health, Seasons hospice both have great

  11. RN job market in Milwaukee

    turningred15 replied to daisy44's topic in Nursing Career

    With three years of experience you can expect around $26-28/hour plus shift diff in the hospital, LTC $25, home health $26-28 hourly, clinic $26-28 Hope you enjoy Milwaukee! There are lots of RN job...

  12. Got the Job!!! (Health Dept.)

    turningred15 replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Public, Community Health

    I was hired as a PHN with 6 months of med surg as a nurse intern while in school and 6 months of home

  13. Registered Dietitian vs. Public Health Nurse?

    turningred15 replied to indrani987's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't know if you should become a nurse and force yourself through nursing school. There are a lot of nonclinical nursing jobs but they do usually require experience. I have had several nonclinical...

  14. Is this normal?

    turningred15 replied to pixie&pepper's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Sorry to hear about your situation. I was actually lied to because I was told I would get a whole two weeks of orientation which turned into those 3 days - one of which was company modules and signing...

  15. Is this normal?

    turningred15 replied to pixie&pepper's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I was thrown into a similar situation. Three orientation days. They ended up terminating my position due to budget and also stated I was a slow learner...lol (I have never been told that

  16. I think I'm right, but..

    turningred15 replied to Purple1234's topic in Private Duty

    This woman needs a geriatric care manager to help. Google this and present her with some

  17. Medical Assistants being called nurses

    turningred15 replied to Ethicsrn4life's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Until this problem starts costing money MAs will continue to refer to themselves as nurses and so will the docs. This is a problem in many outpatient clinics. In WI, the MA is even allowed to triage...

  18. Do you have (or are you) a bully queen of the ICU?

    turningred15 replied to RNdynamic's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't think there is anything wrong with the way RNdynamic wrote the post. I took it as an interesting story with a lesson we can all relate to - no one likes a bully. I am always amazed at how...

  19. Losing patience with residents.

    turningred15 replied to Sbrewster's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I understand where you are coming from. I have worked with this population for several years. The fact that you recognize your patience is wearing thin is the first step towards feeling better. I...

  20. My First Patient Death

    turningred15 replied to krisiepoo's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OP I am sorry to hear about your loss. I congratulate you on taking such good care of your patient. I would disagree about crying in front of families. I think its OK to shed a few tears in front of...

  21. Manager who is not a Nurse

    turningred15 replied to OncMurse's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Yes. This describes my situation exactly except there was one other RN with me. I got fired yesterday because I was told "it wasn't a good fit". Managers with no clinical experience in healthcare...

  22. No nursing jobs right now- what to do?

    turningred15 replied to Bulgogi_Wagyu's topic in Nursing Career

    If you want to pursue that opportunity I would seek legal counsel if your previous employer is slandering you. You can always leave the name of a coworker as a reference instead if you just decide to...

  23. Can't decide!

    turningred15 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hello, I was hoping other nurses could shed some light on my decision. I have hospital, home health, public health, and recently case management experience. I have been a nurse for 6 years. I left my...

  24. Can't decide!

    turningred15 replied to turningred15's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks for the help. I made a weighted pros/cons list and put a number on each pro/con depending on how important it was to me. I ended up taking the clinic job after negotiating higher pay. Thanks...

  25. Has Anyone Been Fired After They Gave Two Weeks Notice?

    turningred15 replied to Brewer,RN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I quit Monday and gave the required 4 weeks. Management told HR that they didn't want me to stay the 4 weeks. So Monday was my last day. HR said I will be be paid out the four weeks like I worked it...