Does anyone know the most effective way to deal with career burn out. I've been am lvn/lpn in ltc for 12 yrs now. I can't afford to go back to school. I basically do the same things as a RN and am...
Being a threat to himself or others should get him an auto at least 24 Hr psych evaluation in a hospital. Once he becomes violent he has given up his rights. The rights of one ends where another's...
txnurse01 replied to nervousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC
Oh and on the pain Med issue. If her defers to his wife's judgement then u have to. However if he is of sound mind then u have to follow what he wants. If he wants pain meds then he facility must...
txnurse01 replied to nervousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC
Cut the wafer for the ostomy as small as possible to try to keep off he dressing, if hats an issue. Try putting skin prep on the skin prior to placing he wafer on the
Yes they do. Yes it does. I like to sort thru the draw reading the card and read it and u can get an idea if its due he. Once all suspected meds are out then go by the Mar putting them back in as u...
Been in LTC 12 yrs now. Sadly it is a lot of sink or swim. See if u can find a mentor nurse there. Someone that can show u the ropes. Tell them you need just a little guidance on paper work. Doubtful...
The lvn should be held accountable as h was he one that stated he took care of the orders. As an lvn I do not consider an RN I work with as my supervisor unless they hold the title. If the person came...
txnurse01 replied to michiganstudent's topic in Geriatric, LTC
You call the person whatever it is they prefer and are comfortable with. For instance if a Dr Smith wants to be called by his first name David, then call him
txnurse01 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC
The situation dictates that n order to be compliance with regulations that a nurse manager would need to b notified and Tj medication be picked up at a local pharmacy using petty cash. Many contracts...