pammypatterson

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1. two people for hoyer lift-why?

   pammypatterson replied to CNA2day's topic in CNA/MA

   I worked in AFH while state was there for inspection and used the hoyer alone and it was fine. I worked in a nursing home while state was there and I used a hoyer alone and was written up..I know if the facility has a procedure that 2 person hoyer is...

2. two people for hoyer lift-why?

   pammypatterson replied to CNA2day's topic in CNA/MA

   In Washington it is a state regulation that hoyer/Vander lifts are 2 people transfers..safety of resident and employee..

3. Got Fired - Need help writing resume

   pammypatterson replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Nurse Beth

   Hi.i just have to reply..if your an aid and your license is still active and in good standing you should have no problem getting another job.. I have not been fired but have left jobs and got new ones..if they lied about you and it wasn't true than j...

4. two people for hoyer lift-why?

   pammypatterson replied to CNA2day's topic in CNA/MA

   I totally agree and would not care if I got written up..But to be put on suspension. And told someone would call me and let me know what was going on.if I had a job or didnt .to not hear anything I feel that is wrong..yes I admit I was wrong and yes ...

5. two people for hoyer lift-why?

   pammypatterson replied to CNA2day's topic in CNA/MA

   I asked for help by the other aids they never came in to help me..the resident was wanting up I told her I was waiting for Co worker..they didn't come I proceeded on getting her up..I understand the accidents that could happen..bur seeing the shower ...

6. Terminated after two months and in need of help please!

   pammypatterson replied to WorriedNurse25's topic in Geriatric

   I think you should continue as a nurse..Everyday is differant and u just happened to have a bad day..I was at work where I had just recently started and the rules for hoyer lift is 2 people..in orientation when I asked what do you do if you can't get...

7. CNA disrespect?

   pammypatterson replied to cookiescardio's topic in CNA/MA

   If your hard working, nice to everyone, and help the nurses you should be fine. You all are there to do a job. The residents are what is important..if your there to make friends it's not gonna work out for you..I've been a NAR for 8 years and a CNA ...

8. two people for hoyer lift-why?

   pammypatterson replied to CNA2day's topic in CNA/MA

   I have never had to have 2 people for hoyer lift..untell my current job..I did use it alone like I am used to because when I asked for help the other aids either ignored me ,said ya I'll be right there and never show up..I can't see making resident w...