Nascar nurse ASN, RN

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    concerned about my dad and grandmother

    Nascar nurse replied to ACNP 2B S1S2RRR's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately we can't help you. We are not doctors and can not diagnosis. They are sure to close this thread to protect terms of service. Both your Dad and grandma need to see a Dr. Good
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    Need Help

    Nascar nurse replied to cleo777's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    And that is why LTC will continue to stay understaffed in my opinion. If we can get it all done, why would they hire more people....but, I can't imagine ever letting someone suffer just to prove my...
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    Do you actually memorize all pts meds?

    Nascar nurse replied to Nuieve's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree very strongly with the above post! You probably will memorize the meds but do not ever go by memory - this will only lead to serious
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    Need Help

    Nascar nurse replied to cleo777's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Most, if not maybe all nsg homes??, do not have mandated ratios. It wouldn't do any good to call the BON in my area, because the anwer is staffing must be sufficient to care for the residents needs....
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    Nursing Home will not accept deaf students into their CNA course

    Nascar nurse replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    The nursing home that offers a CNA class I want to take, does not want me to take it. The DON is absolutely certain a deaf man cannot be a CNA, much less an RN. However, I held my ground, explaining...
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    Nursing Home will not accept deaf students into their CNA course

    Nascar nurse replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    I think you are reading only what suits you. I am not an arrogant @$$ and believe I have voiced my concerns very respectfully and would appreciate the same consideration. While I see that you are 19...
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    education/experience requirements for DON/ADON

    Nascar nurse replied to shelbee1084's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    You are on the right track but you are not ready for ADON/DON position. Time...that's what it takes. It's the only way you gain the experience you need to
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    Nursing Home will not accept deaf students into their CNA course

    Nascar nurse replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    Again, the OP is referring to a NURSING HOME & A NURSES AIDE POSITION. From your post you have not spent much time in LTC. Our regulations DO NOT allow us to "tie first and then call". Nor does...
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    Nursing Home will not accept deaf students into their CNA course

    Nascar nurse replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    Again, with the utmost respect... this is inflammatory & not helpful. I haven't read one reply that makes ANY attempt to make her seem "less of a person". In this "it's all about me" driven...
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    Nursing Home will not accept deaf students into their CNA course

    Nascar nurse replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    If it were my loved one in the bed, I would want someone that could hear them scream. I would want someone who could hear the alarm, etc. With no offense intended, a nurse should be able to perform...
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    Paraplegia and nursing

    Nascar nurse replied to PopeJane3rd's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most positions that are not at the bedside require some experience with bedside nursing. And there are those clinicals to pass before you even can get a
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    bad mgmt + bad decisions=burnout?

    Nascar nurse replied to sasha2lady's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I can not reply to the post as it is just to difficult to
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    education/experience requirements for DON/ADON

    Nascar nurse replied to shelbee1084's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Education = ASN Experience = not such an easy answer, but AT LEAST 3-5 years of LTC experience. You really need to have basic understanding of how all 3 shifts run, what their responsibilities are,...
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    can i become a nurse if i have a mental disability?

    Nascar nurse replied to donnalou86's topic in General Nursing

    And is the disease reasonably controlled or will it interfere with patient
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    lpn as ADON?

    Nascar nurse replied to nd deb's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Ha Ha Ha... try telling that to some of the administrators and some of the AIT's I've been blessed to work with. They know it all, just ask
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    Falls interventions

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

    My latest fall intervention (just loved it) I made a bet with an alert and oriented frequent faller (2-3 falls/mo every single month) that he couldn't go a whole month without falling. If he could go...
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    How many deficiencies does your facility have?

    Nascar nurse replied to TheCommuter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Great questions Moogie.. I am hoping they are answered on the public forum, although I would understand if she responds via
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    Want to hear your pet peeves in LTC nursing

    Nascar nurse replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Nursing managers that think ALL floor nurses are lazy. Floor nurses that think ALL nursing managers are
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    Suspended and Unsure.

    Nascar nurse replied to VerbalGrl715's topic in General Nursing

    I work in LTC. We have a resident that is famous for making false complaints about every 6 months about someone. No matter what, we HAVE to suspend the employee until we have a chance to interview...
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    RANT ON: I am so sick of the BS in LTC!

    Nascar nurse replied to nursinger's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    "It just pevees me off because once their medicaid runs out" Don't mean to be picky, but there seems to be some misunderstanding in terminology. Medicare is for those receiving disability or over the...
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    Sex offenders

    Nascar nurse replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    No, we do not do this at all. Bad idea in my opinion and sure to bite us in the butt one day. The powers above me do not believe this is
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    lpn as ADON?

    Nascar nurse replied to nd deb's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    In my state it is perfectly legal for an LPN to do admissions and initial assessments. It is also completely legal for an LPN to supervise an RN in an administrative role (although not necessarily a...
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    The Family from Hell

    Nascar nurse replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Actually Sue, from all your recent posts - you are doing great! Be proud of all you are doing and know you are making a difference in people's
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    The Family from Hell

    Nascar nurse replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yep, I get where you're coming from.. but you may want to suggest it to them. They may even think you're a hero for having such a great idea! Good
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    The Family from Hell

    Nascar nurse replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We are required to have their number posted in the facility. Check around tomorrow, you may have the number posted to. When you call, remember they ARE NOT part of the survey team. Their entire...