I've worked at about a dozen local facilities through my agency, and the majority use terry cloth bibs with either velcro or snap closures on them. Most of them are brightly colored and when on,...
AnnetteLPN replied to thundercat LPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
I know this is a late reply, but here goes. I"m in Massachusetts, so I don't know about NY but.. Most LTC's start LPN's around 16-18 per hour, days, as new grads. Add a little if your'e experienced....
AnnetteLPN replied to angelina28's topic in Geriatric, LTC
I would think that a refusal by a resident should be considered a toileting attempt, at least. If I"m not mistaken, the Medicare rules take "care" or "assistance" of the patient into account (in...
AnnetteLPN replied to irish777's topic in Geriatric, LTC
Two points I'll add.. First.. Not all LPN/VN's can get into a hospital. I've been licensed 11 years, and here in Massachusetts, they simply wont' hire us! Second, I'll agree with the majority here....