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Hello everyone,

I have recently began planning a new concept critical care nursing agency. The focus will be strictly about sending out teams of 3 or more RN's to rural hospitals on a short term contract. We will be only interested in contracting out 1 day per pay period, for 30-90 days lengths, at this point.

We are 3 male nurses with 5-9 yrs MICU-SICU experience. Our outstanding female minority manager has agreed to come on board to assist in staffing and operational management. I helps that she is planning on retiring from the federal workforce in Dec. 2005. Plus, one of the male nurses will plan to graduate with a nurse practicioners license in about 1 1/2 yrs. Each of the original four will share a percentage of the business and a portion of all earnings will be funnelled back into the LCC. Each shareholder will have an equal say in all decisions that are made and have equal voting authority. Also, two more very experienced RN's have expressed interest in coming to work with us. A limited ownership possibility may exist for these people as well.

Our main benefit to hospitals is helping cut their overall operating expenses and fill temporary or permanent vacancies in staffing. Keep in mind that the business plan will specifically detail the TEAM concept while incorporating the same focused WORK ETHIC. Our business will emphasis that no one sits while the others are swamped. We will minimize dumping by assisting the others who may have a heavier load. In essence, trying to correct some of the shortcomings of the current profession. We have a proven track record of working together utilizing compassion and hard work. We are used to standing on our feet and hustling for 12 hrs straight. Only the hardest working personell will be brought into the organization. Everyone who knows what the nursing agencies are charging the hospitals can use their imagination to see the unlimited monetary potential.

We are just in the starting and planning phase and I was wanting to know if anyone out there has ever heard of this type of nursing to deal with the nationwide nursing shortage. Any links, ideas, feedback or responses would be welcome. Remember, at this point I am working full time with wife and 3 children, so I may not be able to respond to all post. I will attempt to read daily though.

Maybe this thread will open up some ideas for others, especially those on the East Coast who have to wait for the trends to move their way. Let's use our nursing license to our full potential. We are working in one of the most sought after professions, let's think outside the box! What do you say?

Thanks,
Jeff