Comments on: Survey Lessons: CNA’s On Inspection Team

By: Heather

Heather — Fri, 23 May 2008 13:50:34 +0000

Lori,
Kim got her information from an article at the New York Times. Did you read it? I think not for there is ample evidence there of faulty survey process and missed problems. Most CNA’s I know can list off many instances of fraud, phoney staffing numbers on normal days and bloated staffing when inspections take place. While nurses may know **exactly** what they are looking for, it’s pretty obvious they don’t KNOW it **ALL** and, only an aide can sniff out the ills of another aide.

Your comment is reflective of the bigger problem we have: Disrespect for CNA’s and other direct care workers. You should be ashamed of yourself for lowering to such antics. For without CNA’s, nurses could not be what they are. Further, nursing homes in general are good places for cattle-ranch style of care. Nursing homes are not the ideal place for residents though. Impersonal, task driven and regulatory-bloated life is not normal nor good. Nursing homes deserve the reputation they have; and this rep is not the fault of the aides. Many whom chose this work as a career. Your demeaning comments are not welcome here.

By: Lori

Lori — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:41:59 +0000

I would like to know where you (Kim) get your information. The DOH only hires experienced nurses for inspections. They know exactly what they are doing and looking for. Don’t let it fool you. If your really that concerned, go back to school for your nursing degree. Seems all you can do is give a bad name for nursing homes and their workers. Shame on You!

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 17 May 2008 07:57:42 +0000

I think it is a great idea as well.

It will never happen.

But great idea.

By: Patti

Patti — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:49:19 +0000

I second that Kim…what an idea. It’s worthy of mentioning to the good Senators when I contact them!

By: Holly

Holly — Fri, 16 May 2008 01:58:05 +0000

Now thats an idea I can buy into. Excellent suggestion!!