RE: RESTORATIVE

[Debbie Davis]

I am all for a solid restorative program and, in fact, am a restorative cert nurse - but NOT allowed to do these tasks by admin despite the rules. Because of this I never count restorative nursing on the MDS -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Judy Brulotte Sent: Wednesday, May 12, 2004 7:32 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: RESTORATIVE For years our facility has had a very progressive Restorative program which is managed by an RN.  Specially trained RNAs (restorative nurse's aids) provide the care and much of the documentation.  When one of our residents shows a decline in ADLs, such as feeding or ambulation, that resident is screened by the appropriate therapy.  If therapy does not pick the resident up, a referral is made to Restorative; the RN and therapist develop a plan of care which is then provided by the RNAs 7 days a week.  We find we are able to help our residents maintain a higher level of functioning this way.   Judy Brulotte, RN,C, RAC-C -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, May 12, 2004 8:21 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: RESTORATIVE Another consideration with rehab being involved with restorative programs is the cost.  If you have a contract therapy service, think about how miuch this is costing your facility to be involved in a "nursing program".  I get very concerned when I hear that the rehab department in some facilities insists on screening and evaluating residents for the restorative program. This is not needed and an additional cost.    Denise F. O'Donnell, RN, RAC-C, MN, NHA QUnique Corporation 1 Lion Trail Carroll Valley, Pa. 17320 1-877-642-9451   CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE:         This message is intended for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited.         If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by email reply or by telephone and immediately delete this message and any attachments. Call us at (217) 464-2864.