Oh Yes!! We had a facility like that. It did take a long time but good things come to those who wait. I can give some hints. The DON got out on the floors, toileted, fed, assisted ambulating, knew all...
That's right. When you first received the wound vac, the company should have done an inservice to show you how the machine operates AND they show you how to place the dressing properly, if it is not a...
nancyjean68 replied to nursehaley91's topic in Geriatric, LTC
In Mass. you have to have a scheduled antipsychotic before you can have a PRN, also make sure you medically clear them of UTI or any other labs, elevated BUN etc. THEN you can send them out for psyche...
I think it all depends on how good your rehab dept and nursing relationship is. Is there a way to speak with the director of nurses and voice your concerns, or are they going to poo-poo you and sweep...