Libby1987

Libby1987

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  1. Mandatory Influenza Vaccine

    Libby1987 replied to AllisonMcTigue's topic in General Nursing

    I think you're answering Klone's Question in what way were you bullied. How is signing a form including why you are declining a form of bullying? Perhaps is it a cultural thing where such a...

  2. Complete SOC if patient does not qualify?

    Libby1987 replied to MotoRN34's topic in Home Health

    Your first SOC? This is a great forum for all kinds of questions but that situation should be reviewed and answered within your agency with your supervisor consulted. If you haven't consulted your...

  3. Pro Life Beliefs and Nursing

    Libby1987 replied to Tuzla99's topic in General Nursing

    The irony would be so laughable if it wasn't such a serious issue with so many

  4. Pro Life Beliefs and Nursing

    Libby1987 replied to Tuzla99's topic in General Nursing

    Not sure if anyone already said this, but we have to deal with patients who have committed crimes that go against most of our morals, it won't be limited to abortion. If 1 in 4 women have been...

  5. Buy your own laptop?

    Libby1987 replied to Hoozdo's topic in Home Health

    In my land? All equipment supplied, generous orientation, good compensation and great benefits with a reasonable workload. Why aren't you applying to a reputable top

  6. Makes Me Feel Like Crying

    Libby1987 replied to Accolay's topic in General Nursing

    I have a hard time several years down the road let alone when it's fresh. Sending a

  7. I like my job

    Libby1987 replied to Guest219794's topic in General Nursing

    I love my work, my team, the fulfillment in it and the opportunities afforded me over the years. And I'm compensated well. Cup runeth over and all that. I know much of it is pure good fortune in that...

  8. San Diego Job Market/Cost of Living

    Libby1987 replied to #MakeItRain's topic in California Nursing

    My daughter rents a modest 2BD 1 BA apartment with tiny single garage in North Park $1,900. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants. Weather stays cool and it has a reasonable commute to her...

  9. Universal Deathcare.

    Libby1987 replied to Kyrshamarks's topic in General Nursing

    Though it's not mine to give, I might might forgive the parents their egregious insistence on prolonging that little boy's heart wrenching existence, though I don't think I could ever forgive myself...

  10. Any other places doing "Hospital Employees' Week" instead of Nurses' Week?

    Libby1987 replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I personally couldn't care less but yes we have a generic acknowledgement. I've been pouring myself into creating a better work experience for all of my staff including our nurses while completly...

  11. Interview for supervisor position. Advice?

    Libby1987 replied to TNViking's topic in General Nursing

    Be prepared to articulate your management and problem solving skills as well as how you will message between admin and staff. If you don't have management experience, illustrate your management...

  12. How much do RNs make in San Francisco Bay Area? Is it hard to find employment there?

    Libby1987 replied to Guest1063608's topic in California Nursing

    I don't think you want to hear it but you can't project your living expenses based on what an existing renter pays due to the SF rent control regulations. You need to go off of the current rental...

  13. changing positions - need words of wisdom

    Libby1987 replied to McNester's topic in Home Health

    I've had a great career in home health. I started in a small agency and currently work for a large organization. My experience is similar to above poster, Nurse on the Go. It takes an investment to...

  14. Manager said something covertly racist

    Libby1987 replied to sugarmagnolia3's topic in General Nursing

    Why are you afraid of her? Of being iced out? Find your

  15. New to Home Health- Making no money!

    Libby1987 replied to shinyhappy1's topic in Home Health

    Who recommends that you don't ask about the pay structure? Of course you ask! Along with questions such as productivity expectations, caseload expectations, how census fluctuations are handled,...

  16. New to Home Health- Making no money!

    Libby1987 replied to shinyhappy1's topic in Home Health

    I've worked under all payment structures for 3 different varied companies over a span of 30 years and have friends who've worked PPV for another reputable large health care system. I've been treated...

  17. State Surveyors Are Here...What Do You Do?

    Libby1987 replied to RockinNurse2018's topic in General Nursing

    Is this a trick question? Or are you asking for a *friend* who didn't show

  18. Negotiating Pay?

    Libby1987 replied to TheNurseocrat's topic in Nurse Management

    I wouldn't be insulted but it would be off putting. Completing an externship (I completed one myself) could give a new grad increased consideration for the position over a new grad that I might...

  19. Charting

    Libby1987 replied to SaraTayRN's topic in Home Health

    It's all about building a habit. At the beginning while you're still learning, park after each visit somewhere comfortable but easy in easy out. Push your seat back and focus on your charting...

  20. Struggling with home health ...

    Libby1987 replied to SaraTayRN's topic in Home Health

    The fact that without prior home health experience you are on your own in the field doing SOC visits at PPV just a few weeks in is a red flag. At my company you would have a dedicated preceptor for...

  21. Help! Baffled by 'pay per visit' offer

    Libby1987 replied to elimayrn's topic in Home Health

    This fraudulent behavior is the reason for the ever increasing heavy regulation. Next time anyone is frustrated with the amount of paperwork and hoops in home health, thank a

  22. Would you have gone to nursing school....

    Libby1987 replied to RockinNurse2018's topic in General Nursing

    I've had a long career in Home Health and I still love it. I'm in a position now to make things better for some people and I can't say that I want to be a part of anything

  23. Thinking about getting a gun for safety

    Libby1987 replied to MotoRN34's topic in Home Health

    There is such minimal data on violence against skilled intermittent home health care staff, I'd love it if someone could find some. Everything I have ever been able to find is in a different setting...

  24. Forced to do 12 hr shifts

    Libby1987 replied to pensivern's topic in General Nursing

    I've had that anxiety related insomnia, it is horrible. But with working 2 days a week and gaining one day back, try to look at that extra day as a safety net for catching up. And start off by taking...

  25. changing oasis date on therapy only cases

    Libby1987 replied to Sunset17's topic in Home Health

    I don't understand why your agency would make a practice of multiple non billable nursing visits. The only thing I can come up with is perhaps they're trying to stretch their PT