achot chavi

achot chavi

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  1. Help with sundowning residents (long)

    achot chavi replied to Elektra6's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We have a snoozeline room that works like a charm for these problems. Look it up, it is worth

  2. taking a new ADON position

    achot chavi replied to couchdogs's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    1. As a fellow ADON I have learned to start quietly, be charming, respectful, professional and supportive and don't institute new policy changes right away- observe first. remember people are always...

  3. New Policies

    achot chavi replied to wildcard47833's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Says more about the speaker that about the

  4. New Policies

    achot chavi replied to wildcard47833's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am flabbergasted by what I am reading. My rule of thumb is that if I wouldn't want it done to me- then I can't do it on others (or "do unto others as...) and G-d willing when I reach my "golden...

  5. Getting everyone else to sign their books

    achot chavi replied to MrsStraty's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    One has to be very idealistic to expect everyont to sign everything the way it is supposed to- but we are humans and even I might miss a signature now and again. I have successfully cut down on...

  6. Please help Please!!!

    achot chavi replied to nurse2b1018's topic in Psychiatric

    You need to take a deep breath!! You sound like you have alot going on inside of you that needs sorting in order to help you make a decision. I can only tell you about my experience and if you find...

  7. Diabetic Pet Peeves

    achot chavi replied to bjs54321's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    I have just read all the posts and have to add, that each and every person is an individual and what works with one...Therefore as nurses we have to understand the necessity to treat our diabetic...

  8. D5 via a g tube

    achot chavi replied to beaglelover's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Having worked in LTC/Geriatrics for almost 20 years I have heard of Doctors treating Hyponatremia with an order to add 1 teaspoon salt to meals PO or PG once or twice a day and follow up with a blood...

  9. occurence policy unfair

    achot chavi replied to ruggerredhead's topic in General Nursing

    SEE A LAWYER. THIS CAN'T BE LEGAL. ALSO GET A DOCTORS NOTE REGARDING YOUR MIGRAINES BUT REASSURING THAT YOU ARE FIT TO WORK! Having said that, Unfortunately grandchildren are not really reasons to...

  10. "Your servers today will be..." Opinions please!

    achot chavi replied to Nascar nurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sorry I went to answer the door and my youngest got a hold of this and went crazy with the "cute smiley" Meah

  11. "Your servers today will be..." Opinions please!

    achot chavi replied to Nascar nurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    :heartbeat :behindpc: :icon_hug: :biere: :smackingf :innerconf :smiley_ab :loveya: :yeahthat: :flowersfo

  12. "Your servers today will be..." Opinions please!

    achot chavi replied to Nascar nurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    :angryfire :chuckle :zzzzz

  13. "Your servers today will be..." Opinions please!

    achot chavi replied to Nascar nurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is the difference between a Nursing HOME and a Hospital. Our patients recognize us by face and often name. We try to practice continuous quality care by ensuring consistency in...

  14. Sick of it!!!

    achot chavi replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Re "I dont recall anybody condoning substandard care..." I was referring to : "Typical VA work ethics. And with all the OT these NA's pull in, they're probably making more than the supervisors! The...

  15. hidden cameras in patient's room

    achot chavi replied to Shell5's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We also have hidden cameras where I used to work and some were stolen others vandalized etc. When they first came out some extroverts purposely undressed in front of them. Clue you in as to why I...

  16. Feeding and toileting

    achot chavi replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    [. Plus if you have ever attended a micro class or nursing school you will know that you can scrub your hands all day long and never remove all the germs. So there is no way to be germ free while you...

  17. Sick of it!!!

    achot chavi replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    OK, regarding salaries for CNA"s, this is not an excuse to neglect and hurt their patients. I can't beleive the nitpicking I am reading in this forum. The issue is whether a nurse should sit back...

  18. Sick of it!!!

    achot chavi replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I cried when I read your post regarding the abuse and neglect that you described. We Jews have a saying "When you show mercy to the Cruel people among us, you will end up showing cruelty to the...

  19. Skin Tears........

    achot chavi replied to BIG T's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    The best care is prevention and it might help te educate the staff. A gentle touch and daily moisturizing will protect dry skin. Once the skin is torn I clean with a squirt of N.S pat dry apply a...

  20. How do you communicate between staff???

    achot chavi replied to johnson0424's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We have mailboxes: one for each unit. If I (the ADON ) or anyone wants to leave a message I just put it in an envelope or I staple the paper closed and write the nurses name on the outside and leave...

  21. Religion Needed to be a Good Nurse?

    achot chavi replied to Kabin's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    You absolutely do not need religion to be a good nurse but you so need: Empathy, Patience, Understanding, Good Eyesight and Hearing, A Gentle Touch, A Sense of Humor, Intelligence, Good Communication...

  22. Anyone sick of being told...

    achot chavi replied to Sandi0302's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    There are always people with poor opinions:eek: . Take it from whom it comes. If you're licensed and employed as a nurse:nurse: , you have my permission to call yourself a nurse!!:roll However as...

  23. I need help w/charting please........

    achot chavi replied to crb613's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! What an interesting situation. When I was a student I learned that with 4 different instructors you will get 5 different opinions about charting. In truth as a student you have to do as the...

  24. Burned and fearing disaster

    achot chavi posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi, I have a unique problem. My friend and I were terribly underappreciated at one facility and after finding out that our boss cheated us, we left. I was quickly offered a position of ADON at a...

  25. Burned and fearing disaster

    achot chavi replied to achot chavi's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Both of you, Thanks! I appreciate the advice and support! You've been very