We work with her every day- feeding, bathing, giving meds and treatments. Because we see her everyday we don't see things that are slowly happening. One of the kids- a 15 yr. This girl moved on. I noticed this big time, but her staff had not.
Nurses only see bits and pcs.
I do this each week. You bring up a very good point and this is why NAs must be in care plan meetings - because you do see these changes. But other info that is vital to the ongoing well being of the resident is better shared when a number of people are together so you can discuss what the problems is, what is to be observed and what you will do to monitor or remedy the problem. This is why NAs must be on these committes. NAs also must how to ask the right questions and offer suggestions to get the job done in a non-threatening and professional manner.