[NRSKarenRN]

What the surveyors are looking for:
http://www.cms.hhs.gov/GuidanceforLa...07ap_b_hha.pdf

[oktravelnurse]

I've worked in a hospital for about 5 years now. I'm really sick of all the short staffing. I feel like pts and family members can be very demanding but thought if I got into Home Health it might be better....after all I would be meeting them on their turf. Any comments would be appreciated!

[jkaee]

Originally Posted by NRSKarenRN

Look at these books by Tina M. Marrelli--helped me

Handbook of Home Health Orientation

Writing 485 plan of treatments:
Handbook of Home Health Standards and Documentation -- Guidelines for Reimbursement

Thanks Karen! I just ordered these books, I want to go over them before I start my FT job as an RN Case Manager in Home health. I'm new to this field, and I'll need all the help I can get. I paid about $70 for both the books (not including shipping) but I think the peace of mind of having some sort of idea as to what I'm facing is well worth the cost.

Thanks again!

[NRSKarenRN]

From Kaiser Foundation Feb 06

A new tutorial on Medicare/Medicaid Dual Eligibles reviews eligibility, benefits, and financing for duals and discusses their transition into the new Medicare prescription drug coverage program.

[flasandy42]

Originally Posted by oktravelnurse

I've worked in a hospital for about 5 years now. I'm really sick of all the short staffing. I feel like pts and family members can be very demanding but thought if I got into Home Health it might be better....after all I would be meeting them on their turf. Any comments would be appreciated!

Do you want to do pt care or be in the office? I've been doing home health part time for about a year and I love it. I worked 40 years in med-surg and finally retired from hospital nursing....and I will NEVER go back. I feel appreciated and respected much more now. I do both shifts and visits and the only negative is that if it's your only income, it's not always steady. For instance, my private-duty pt went into the hospital so I couldn't work and they don't always have a replacement pt. For me it's supplemental income to my social security so I just waited until he came home. Tomorrow will be my last day with him after 6 months because my hubby and I go to Canada for the summer. I'm going to miss both the pt and his family. They're always so thankful for anything you do. For the first time in years I feel like a REAL nurse giving EXCELLENT care!

[csiln]

I graduated Dec. 2006 and worked 6 wks in two different hospitals. The first I had 9 pt. working up to 18 - there was just so little patient care time. The second the nurses were definitely "young eaters" and the bickering amongst themselves and back biting about me (I overheard a conversation that still makes me feel bad) and only 5 days with a preceptor made me hate myself for spending the money, time, and effort it took to become an RN. Anyway, I've been reading the posts on allnurses for three months and would really like to go into home health, but is that a good idea for a new nurse? Our state health department is hiring Home Health Nurse I now. My strongest asset when I worked was my patient relationships - even as a student the patients would say I was going to be a great nurse, many said I was compassionate and they were so glad I was there nurse. BUT, I know experience makes a really great nurse and that's what I want to be.

[Deusadomar]

Originally Posted by csiln

I graduated Dec. 2006 and worked 6 wks in two different hospitals. The first I had 9 pt. working up to 18 - there was just so little patient care time. The second the nurses were definitely "young eaters" and the bickering amongst themselves and back biting about me (I overheard a conversation that still makes me feel bad) and only 5 days with a preceptor made me hate myself for spending the money, time, and effort it took to become an RN. Anyway, I've been reading the posts on allnurses for three months and would really like to go into home health, but is that a good idea for a new nurse? Our state health department is hiring Home Health Nurse I now. My strongest asset when I worked was my patient relationships - even as a student the patients would say I was going to be a great nurse, many said I was compassionate and they were so glad I was there nurse. BUT, I know experience makes a really great nurse and that's what I want to be.

hello,
I was just reading your message. I graduated in May 07 and i'm currently working at a hospital in PCU. I also have a very strong interest in home health for the same reasons you mentioned, and I'm wondering how things worked for you. Do I have a chance even though I don't have much experience? I'd appreciate if you could drop me an email at deusadomar@embarqmail.com.
Thank you very much,
Lia

[MadamRuga]

Originally Posted by Deusadomar

hello,
I was just reading your message. I graduated in May 07 and i'm currently working at a hospital in PCU. I also have a very strong interest in home health for the same reasons you mentioned, and I'm wondering how things worked for you. Do I have a chance even though I don't have much experience? I'd appreciate if you could drop me an email at deusadomar@embarqmail.com.
Thank you very much,
Lia

I would strongly advise both of you to stick it out for about 6 months to a year, preferably med surg experience or cc. Then you will be better able to handle the home environments and your critical thinking skills will be tuned. But home health is definitely a blessing from the negative atmosphere in most hospitals. Only prob is the paperwork!

[mom of one]

Hi,

I cannot access the link. Can you help? Also, do you know where I can obtain a training needs assessment for Oasis training for nurses? Thank you so much for your help and wisdom.

[NRSKarenRN]

Revised links in thread.

OASIS info found: I found a good Oasis website...if you like that kind of stuff!