Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 This page describes the closing steps for performing certified nursing assistant (CNA) or caregiver skills. These should be the last steps taken after completing any skill. Even though I will be focusing primarily on all of the points you should cover in order to … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 This page describes the opening steps for performing certified nursing assistant (CNA) or caregiver skills. These should be the first steps taken before moving on to the next part of any skill. Even though I will be focusing primarily on all of the points you should … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Many people, including us caregivers, enjoy drinking coffee. It may seem silly to put a page about such a thing on a website about caregiving, but hear me out. This incredible substance has saved me countless times. In fact, I love it so … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Colostomy bag and clip For one reason or another, a patient may be required to have a colostomy bag. This device gives them an alternate way to expel feces if through the rectum is no longer an option. The bag itself goes around … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 While working as a caregiver, there is a good chance you will encounter combative patients, or patients who try to harm others or themselves. What do you do in these situations? Each one is different and should be approached cautiously. It is often … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 This is a list of caregiver quotes that I have found. Note that these are not my quotes but the original author or individual who popularized the saying is noted. I will continue to add more over time so be sure to check back … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 by Liezel (Philippines) I am currently not working as a caregiver because my patient died last month. She was 93 years old, but she was a strong woman. She really enjoyed her life and she didn’t want to leave her children. On the … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Are you wondering how to create an effective caregiver resume? Although the specific information and layout may vary, here is a general idea on what to do. Every resume should have general information such as your full name, your full address, and phone … Read more
Contributing Author: Amanda Taylor Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 I am not a certified caretaker, but I wanted to share this life changing story with you all. Three years ago, my grandfather unfortunately suffered a stroke in his bedroom. Table of Contents The … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Caregiver scrubs are a necessity for various occupations in the medical field. They make anyone wearing them instantly recognizable as a caregiver throughout the world. Make sure you have a pair of caregiver shoes, smart watch, and stethoscope to match. Table of Contents The Scrub … Read more