Special needs nurse

This is my favorite spot on this site. I too am a specail needs peds nurse. I have done this for 9 years now and cannot think of anything better. Over the years I have worked in homes helping care for these children. I have seen them come so far with simple tasks and find this the greatest reward ever. After losing my first peds pt that I was with for 5 years I decided to get my RN so that I can expand my role as a nurse in this feild. I do feel I have 1 of the greatest jobs in the world and would never second guess my decision.

I did see that someone posted a seminar in Texas for next year. I would love to go, so if anyone has any info please pass it on to me.

Sandy:hatparty:
"To the world I may be but 1 person, but to 1 person I may be the world" unknown

Hi Michelle,
I am currently employed by 2 nursing agencies. Both of them deal with special needs children, a majity of them are trach and vent dependent. My main shift is with 1 child, in their home. I am responsible for any care that they need:trach care, gtube care, medications and other treatments that is prescribed. Being in the home you work closely with other nurses on the case, the Drs (several specialties), and the family. I hope this helps and if you have more questions just send me back a message. I can even give you more personalized info depending on your degree. Its been a great choice for me.
Sandy