Infection Control
What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of pathogens?
Hand washing
What time are you considered LATE?
7:01
BPRs this year will have FOUR levels, as previously discussed. What are they?
Does not meet expectations
Consistently meets expectations
Often exceeds expectations
Consistently exceeds expectations
How often should pericare be done on patients with a Foley cath?
Once per shift and PRN
You must utilize PTO any time that you are not meeting your required hours.
When is the ONLY time that you are able to not utilize PTO to supplement your hours?
When it is a mandatory cancel.
Where do telemetry boxes go after discharge? AND who do you need to notify?
The red bin in soiled utility room.
The tele room must be notified.
How often should Central Line dressings be changed?
Once every 7 days or PRN (when soiled, lifting, wet, etc.)
How many NJ sick days does a full time employee get (after probationary period)?
3 days of NJS can be utilized per calendar year
The thermometer on the dynamap is not working correctly. What would be your course of action to rectify this issue?
Enter a ticket to biomed to repair.
*If the provider does not ask, YOU should run through the algorithm to see if it is appropriate to send.
Stool consistency
How many episodes of loose stool has the patient had in 24 hours?
Has the patient had a positive cdiff test in the last 30 days, and/or has the patient been tested this admission?
Has the patient had any laxatives in the last 48 hours?
Assessment questions - any abdominal pain, has the patient had a fever, what is the patient's WBCs?
What is considered as an occurrence?
One call out, OR the equivalent of two latenesses and/or early departures.
What are the 5 P's of hourly rounding?
Pain
Position
Potty
Possessions
Pump OR patient education