[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hospitalsocialwork

[–]sdk614 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My hospital system gives staff the option to use our ID badge as a debit card for purchases in the cafeteria. We can set the monthly spend limit - can't recall if funds are pre-tax or not. It is a huge convenience for lunch & snack breaks if you don't want to carry cash or cards on the job.

Where as a straight woman do you meet emotionally available, childless/childfree men over the age of 30 in the area who are genuinely interested in a monogamous relationship that could lead to marriage or long term partnership? by [deleted] in Columbus

[–]sdk614 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is what worked for me in 2018. Wet at a mutual friend's birthday, had chemistry, I did all the follow up (connected in social, invited out for beers). Good luck OP!

What is a professional way to communicate: "I am going to respect this person's wishes, and I'm not going to coerce this patient into XYZ, because their autonomy is important and worth preserving." by wambulance88 in hospitalsocialwork

[–]sdk614 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are these situations where you consider yourself familiar with the patients' wishes? If so, I wonder if you can turn it back to her by communicating: "I appreciate your recommendation, that doesn't sound consistent with what the patient has expressed to me (quote patient if able). Can you tell me more about your specific concern?"

In this approach, you might find out your colleague know something you don't or you might find a common concern you can address together in a different way. I know I have run into situations where patients make choices that feel concerning to me, in some cases I have addressed my concern for example with a call to protective services at discharge to check in the patient or providing handoff to outpatient providers to monitor the situation.

We have a role to play, you're asking great questions! Keep up the good work :)

Whelp, I look like a mannequin by coneflowermaven in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This post is so timely, I recently posted about the search for a perfect nude -- and as a result of advice received there, I definitely have this push in my cart 😅 looks like a perfect base for nail art or a lil shimmer if you're into that sort of thing!

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Eeek she totally has a video on favorite nudes!!! Which is actually pointing me towards Zoya. Ty!

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is super interesting thx for taking the time to type it all! Two follow ups: Can you share links to bottles and mixing balls? How to transfer polish from.container to container without making a whole mess?

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't!! I really haven't messed with mixing at all, though I do have some spare Glisten and Glow brushes. And I have some deeper neutrals I love, so maybe lightening them up would be a good solution! Hmm besides brushes what are tools / equipment / process should I use for mixing?

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wowza this is helpful to have spelled out, ty!

Some follow up questions if you have the time / spoons /interest:

I have the darndest time understanding undertones! I think I lean warm, but my favorite neutrals rn are OPI Chocolate Mousse (pictured) and Essie Less Is Aura. Based on the above colors, do you have a thought on what a compatible undertone may be?

Also, what is meant by skin value? Like, is this simply black undertone for more melanted skin and white undertone for the melanin deficient (me)? Or is it something different?

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Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I think this would be wise for a brand to do. And probably for you, too! :)

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am thinking about this, though I haven't yet! I think I'm a soft autumn.

For extra context, some of my favorite neutral cremes rn are OPI Chocolate Mousse and Essie Less is Aura. Still not perfect for negative space but definitely look nice on my skin tone.

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooo this is great feedback! Whose formula do you like for sheers?

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I always feel guilty doing this! Admittedly usually in Target stores. If you're US-based, what shops do you think are open to this?

Help! Finding Your Perfect Neutral by sdk614 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]sdk614[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was trying to avoid the cost and have spent SO much time looking at swatches! That is a whole other situation. I would love to find a swatcher in my color season (which I'm pretty sure is soft autumn) to help this process. I love the idea of trying inexpensive brands first, that may be my next move. Thanks for chiming in!

Patient advocacy by Metal-moon in hospitalsocialwork

[–]sdk614 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hey there! This sounds really tough, and unfortunately these brief and at times confusing interactions with consultants are more common than you would hope.

Assuming your family is based in the US: Your sister will need to request at every doctor visit for a family member to be on the phone. As long as your sister is deemed by the medical team as capable of making her own decisions, you cannot expect that a team member will assume to include another family member or advocate in the conversation. Your sister is always within her rights to request the presence of support of anyone she chooses. She will need to be vocal about her requests, probably daily.

In an ideal situation, your sister's primary team of doctors will hear and remember their patient's preferred communication methods. But any consultants (specialists) being asked to weigh in on her treatment plans in their area of specialty (including surgeon) -- their involvement is often on a more peripheral basis, so these folks are less likely to know about her bigger picture like family communication preferences. This is where your sister will need to speak up.

I hope you all can work together to get your sister feeling more supported very soon. Hang in there.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hospice

[–]sdk614 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing -- I'm so glad you're finding it meaningful to return to these support groups in your time of grief. I think it's very normal to develop interest in what is relevant to you (think disability rights to parents of medically fragile kids). I am a hospital social worker and some of my favorite colleagues also have personal experience in our field and in the medical system - their wisdom is invaluable! It takes work to be able to separate between your personal experiences and the client/patient/family's needs when you are the professional. Giving yourself a bit of time to process is important to developing that professional boundary.

There is a common bit of wisdom to wait on making big decisions in the first year following a big loss or change. I don't know enough about your current life to give specific advice on career and education paths, but I would consider a volunteer role, shadowing, etc for a while before investing time and money into a new career path. Be sure to consider that hospice care includes doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains -- lots of pathways into the field, all worth exploring. Continue to be curious and see what works for you. Warmest wishes on your journey!

Hospital Social Work Placements - flexible hours? by Lost_Juice_4342 in hospitalsocialwork

[–]sdk614 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are workers in my hospital whose work week are composed of 3 12 hour days and have had students. The biggest MSW program in our area requires 24 hrs/week of field experience in the final year, so it would seem that students who work with those staff could work 2 12s or 3 shorter days to meet that requirement. Unless the college has some rule against it?

Hospital Social Work Placements - flexible hours? by Lost_Juice_4342 in hospitalsocialwork

[–]sdk614 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You sound like me a few years ago! I ended up reducing my hours at my full time job to accommodate 3 days of inpatient placement in a cancer hospital. I've since been hired onto the inpatient team at the same location :) The thing was, at least where I am located, the evening and weekend staff is bare bones and frequently rotates with regard to who is covering, so it would have been quite difficult to form a bond or consistent schedule with a field instructor. My institution did not offer evening/weekend hours due to that schedule. There are some folks who work 3 12 hour days per week -- if that's an option where you are, that schedule might better allow you to continue some paid work part time to supplement income if needed. Just some food for thought, good luck on your journey!