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  1. Am I Being Too Sensitive

    twinsmom788 replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I did misread your statement. You are right about some people shutting their doors when surveyors appear. One of the most frustrating experiences I have had was an ERSD survey where the nurse manager...

  2. Annoyed with coworkers work ethic

    twinsmom788 replied to marvelmom's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    This is exactly how to handle the situation. Great

  3. No specific training, total disorganization - is this normal?

    twinsmom788 replied to JustAdmitToObs's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    An unwitnessed HOMICIDE. Is this correct? Any moderators out there? Have you seen

  4. Criminal Background Check

    twinsmom788 replied to michellenicole's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    ^^ yes yes just be aware that schools will accept you without letting you know that some of your background issues may prevent you from becoming licensed. Most states require a federal FBI check...

  5. I think I'm in trouble, HELP!

    twinsmom788 replied to NCB2371's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I would call the BON of your state. However, most the the time actions are not reviewed until your renewal is due. If you have fulfilled your sentence and probation etc, most likely your license will...

  6. Am I Being Too Sensitive

    twinsmom788 replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    surveyors shut the doors for patient confidentiality . Nothing we do is secret. Refer to CMS.gov for our policies and procedures and your specific state licensure rules. We

  7. New RN hired on the spot during an interview in a Assisted Living

    twinsmom788 replied to lllenjolll's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    All residents in al are NOT independent. Some of the patients should be in nursing homes. Depending upon your state licensing rules , CNAs cannot give

  8. Before I get hired in a LTC... WTH!!!

    twinsmom788 replied to Mrs.RNindeed's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Do not trust anyone. Especially regarding medications. Give your meds as ordered by the physician. Assess your own patients. Always report to your supervisors and document

  9. Impaired nurse - where to go?

    twinsmom788 replied to ocean.baby's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    File a complaint with the BON NOW! Also file a complaint with the department of health licensing board. I have investigated numerous complaints of this nature and there is nothing worse than a nurse...

  10. For those who have been denied licensure

    twinsmom788 replied to onehope67's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    expunged cases will show up. be prepared to defend yourself and be honest and get a good

  11. State Surveyors

    twinsmom788 replied to jessicaRN32's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am retired so I can be frank....if the Feds come in...it is going to su** big time. Bring in all the help you can and try to remain calm. The feds ( in theory) are there to evaluate the state, but...

  12. Do you have criminal record and now you are a nurse?

    twinsmom788 replied to tabibuwako1's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Please review the above poster's comments. I was on the BON for a unnamed state and will say that the advice given is exactly correct. 1) you want to go to nursing school. 2) you have a criminal...

  13. Can I get into in nursing school

    twinsmom788 replied to tamiasma's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Please elaborate on what a health care waiver involves and then we possibly will be able to advise

  14. Dismissed DUI in NC - How will this affect my application?

    twinsmom788 replied to emergency_love's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    What does your official record state?. If your charges were dismissed, then you don't have a record and you are innocent. Don't worry and concentrate on school and the boards. Best of

  15. Should a student nurse take ACLS?

    twinsmom788 replied to joshmiller2010's topic in Cardiac

    Being ACLS qualified can only make you more competitive in the job market. Especially, if you are interested in critical care. I would look very favorably on you if I was still in a hiring

  16. Do you know your patients?

    twinsmom788 replied to ProudMom511's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Pay attention to what the family tells you. They have known the patient much

  17. ICU to OR

    twinsmom788 replied to Izzygirl's topic in Operating Room

    I was an ICU nurse and an ER nurse before I entered an OR nurses training program. I absolutely loved the OR and worked with the dedicated open heart team. We were like a family and are still in...

  18. state survey med pass questions

    twinsmom788 replied to ptvgirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    what is your facility policy? Always follow your policy or get clarification from your supervisor/DON/Regional Nurse. Then look up the CMS med pass guidelines which are available on the CMS website....

  19. Aesthetic Registered Nurse Salary

    twinsmom788 replied to Cosmetic RN's topic in Aesthetics

    "A CRNA in a plastics practice is extremely beneficial!" I totally agree! Best of luck in

  20. Just accepted Unit Manager Position with no LTC experience....

    twinsmom788 replied to Junebug59's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Best of luck to you. I have worked with a few nurses in your situation and they did fine and most were promoted. Keep us

  21. Nursing Home VS. Assisted Living

    twinsmom788 replied to quicksoapy's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    It depends on what state you are in, but normally there is a HUGE difference in the two. Federal regulations/medicare do not apply in assisted living facilities. In my experience, ALFs normally have...

  22. Federal Regulations for Nursing Homes

    twinsmom788 replied to OvertimeMom's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I'll have to check this

  23. Federal Regulations for Nursing Homes

    twinsmom788 replied to OvertimeMom's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    sorry for the double post. Please let me know how the delete it.

  24. Federal Regulations for Nursing Homes

    twinsmom788 replied to OvertimeMom's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Also, if you plan to print the regs out, make certain that people aren't impatiently hovering around the copier. It's quite a lot to print out! Saving them to a device is a much better idea! You can...

  25. Do Nursing Schools see expunged records

    twinsmom788 replied to OSUFan1's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    However they MAY be able to see the arrests that led to your conviction. Expungment in no way guarantees that your criminal history is now a secret to all, nor does it remove all evidence of your...