Sherrie Dornberger

We are struggling with what to document and who to notify when a resident falls. Any suggestions?

Q: I am a DON with a census of 118. I have two MDS coordinators and no other leadership. It’s affecting resident outcomes. What can I do?

Q: We have a problem with urinary drainage bags touching the floor when the resident is in bed, especially if they have a low bed. Do you have any suggestions for us? 

I am looking at some team building things to do to get my staff working better together. Any ideas that are fun, but not physical things like rock climbing?

Q: I am a new DON. My pharmacy has a nurse consultant and a pharmacy consultant. I’m not sure what they each do. Can you help? 

Q: I have a resident with the diagnosis of dementia, who insists on flushing her disposable briefs down the toilet. That causes a huge flood on our floor, disturbing everyone. Any suggestions?

Q: I have a resident with exceptionally dry skin. We’ve tried everything and can’t get it smooth. Do you have any recommendations? 

With the severe staff shortage, we want to give our workers some gifts. I have a small budget but want to start doing things like a New Year’s gift, and Valentine’s and Nurses Day recognition of some...

I am a new IP Nurse and trying hard to provide the best quality of care with my team during these stressful time. I hear there is a new precaution other than contact, and the few we are accustomed to using....

How can we get our staff to realize we know they care deeply for their residents? Also, how can we show more support, and get ideas from them for improving resident care?