CaffeinePOQ4HPRN BSN, MSN, LPN, RN

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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I think that is going to be the most difficult thing for the OP and family to realize and accept... the decline. In addition to work experience as a palliative care nurse, I also took care of both of...
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    You might want to consider your attitude. Since you continue to be snarky, rude and make assumptions about the abilities of nurses in this forum... Last time I checked that's not what AllNurses is...
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    How to handle an employer who is morally and ethically bankrupt?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    I realize now this was probably a silly question. I am very interested in hearing anyone else's experience if you're willing to share
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    How to handle an employer who is morally and ethically bankrupt?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    That's what I have done. And I figured as much (that there's no other option but to GTFO). Thanks for replying though. For a moment, I guess I was just being a little starry eyed, naively...
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    Too sweet not to share!

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to mom to many's topic in School

    Amazing! What a darling sugarplum! Seriously brightened my day a bit, put a smile on my face. Ditto - thanks for sharing
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    What illnesses are you seeing already?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    A whole lotta strep. XOXO Smooch!
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I AGREE 100%. It is a total patient safety and liability issue. We have had a few patients experience falls, and serious fall-related injuries (ex. hip fracture, concussion) because, although "well...
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    Documenting conversations with patients

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to Dorali's topic in General Nursing

    Be careful with over-documentation. stick to the basics only use hospital approved abbreviations (ex. SOB. ha ha ha! I had a pt once (in good humor) commend me for knowing him so well. "Only my...
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Does the OPs father have end-stage dementia? If I missed that detail then the fault's on me. Sorry. Also, it was meant as a generalized example to save me from having to overflow with details. I'm not...
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Amen! I realize the OP is upset and looking for answers, perhaps even someone to blame for the frustration the OP feels... that is a natural emotional reaction to what the OP is going through....
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree with you, there are circumstances where it's not appropriate but it also depends on stage of dementia. Also, I'm not defending that specific question.. I am talking about gauging questions....
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Your post made me sad... saddened by the state of our healthcare system. None of us became Nurses to add to anyone's suffering. We are doing the best we can in a flawed system. I am sorry that you...
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    nurse call response times in Ontario hospitals

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to fizzydrinks's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Clinical staff are likely asking your father what year it is to assess his state of orientation. This is not a flippant question, it's a component of an assessment and is often necessary for patient's...
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    Family stole from me

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to Speedy15's topic in General Nursing

    A patient's family member was stealing from our hospital unit before. I posted about this a long time ago. This person stole equipment (i.e. thermometers, sphygmomanometers, other assorted supplies,...
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    How to deal with energy parasites?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    What are some strategies that you currently employ in your daily life (or strategies that have worked for you in the past) to help you decompress from dealing with energy parasites and/or (although,...
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    How to deal with energy parasites?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't expect anyone to do this for me, but I guess I just needed to whine about it... because it's annoying having to repeatedly remind Adults to be rational and respectful. Sometimes Humans are the...
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    How to deal with energy parasites?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    A patient's excessive neediness I can deal with because I know and take comfort in the fact the therapeutic-relationship will (thank the heavens) end at some point. For excessively "needy" patients I...
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    Unfair Shift Rotation

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to KHVILLE's topic in General Nursing

    AMEN! The OP was waaaaay off base and completely offensive with that remark. Every single one of us Nurses makes personal sacrifices for our job. The OP's narcissistic assumption hit a nerve with me....
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    racist patients

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to Rn 1979's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    First of all, congratulations on graduating/ earning your degree, obtaining your nursing licence, and successfully getting a job in your field. These are all huge accomplishments and you should be...
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    Lowest stress (still great pay) nursing specialties?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to Aliens05's topic in General Nursing

    I apologize, I didn't mean to come across as snarky. However, the thought of someone who isn't a nurse yet and is asking for advise on finding "the highest pay, lowest stress nursing job" seems not...
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    I'm being asked to perform nursing duties in a non-nursing role

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am employed full-time in a non-nursing role, but I also work in a nursing role on the weekends -- these roles are for two separate employers/corporations. Recently my employer (at my non-nursing...
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    Lowest stress (still great pay) nursing specialties?

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to Aliens05's topic in General Nursing

    I found the OP's post to be more hilarious than anything. I'm dying from laughter over here, I'm dead. Poor thing, OP is just reachin' for a unicron you guys...Bahahahhaha! This meme came to
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    Got scolded by parent today

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Honestly… I get it. I would be upset by that form of communication, too. She was condescending to you and rude, but you have to LET IT ROLL OFF YOUR SHOULDERS. Don't take it personally. When I...
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    School nurse delays giving epi pen

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    These days all Nursing seems to be is this: [*=1]Help someone = get in trouble [*=1]Delay helping someone (to ensure you "do no harm" in situations requiring clarity, for example: a potential...
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    I'm being asked to perform nursing duties in a non-nursing role

    CaffeinePOQ4HPRN replied to CaffeinePOQ4HPRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have had further communications with my professional association and regulatory college... Long story short, this arrangement (as I, and everyone who commented here was already aware/suspected) is...