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Reading & Writing Important???
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Posted about 5 years ago I have recently become a CNA and took a position with a Non-Medical Home Health Agency. The client I was placed with required caretaking from 10a-6p and 8p-8a. Caretakers rarely saw eachother and the only method of communication was through a journal. Without trying to sound judgemental...I found it difficult to follow certain caretaker's notes. When asked by the owner of the company/Senior Care Coordinator how things were going, I voiced concerned over the issue. I was told that reading/writing were not important. I obviously offended her and the next day she would not even speak to me. I feel if jounaling is the only communication between caretakers that it is very important to communicate effectively through proper writing skills. Am I wrong??? |
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| Posted about 5 years ago You are absolutely right!! |
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| Posted about 5 years ago You are correct! |
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| Posted about 5 years ago It is important to communicate effectively in many different ways. Especially if the only way is by a journal. I agree with you |
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| Posted about 5 years ago I probably would said something smart back to her...like..."how about brail? Would that be easier?" |
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| Posted about 5 years ago Leesa, that would get her fired. One does not smart off to the owner of ones place of employment. However, I heartily agree that good writing skills are an essential skill in ANY job. I'm always getting on my students for spelling, grammar, and punctuation. In nursing this is very important. That journal could be subpoenaed as evidence in a malpractice case. If the communication is sloppy and poorly written, then the nurse who wrote it will have a hard time justifying a claim that she is professional. Communication must be well written to convey important information. Sloppy handwriting contributes to medication errors. Poor use of language contributes to misunderstandings about the patient's condition. Even if you can't get your peers to step up, does not mean you should step down. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago Writing skills are very important! |
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| Posted about 5 years ago Thank you everyone for your input! I now feel justified in my decision to accept another job wherein I am able to utilize the skills learned in school. Today was my last day of orientation and I will be starting Saturday! The facility is very professional and I am eager to begin a new adventure. I will be starting school soon to further my nursing career. Please pray for me (my family as well)! |
