summer4me

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1. struggling with learning the dialysis job

   summer4me replied to ATCant's topic in Urology

   Learning dialysis is no different than learning any new clinical/technical aspect of nursing. For most with "letters" by their name they assume the expectation is they must know it all because of the RN ststus. Give yourself a break. IF?? you like...

2. new to dialysis

   summer4me replied to shelbykel's topic in Urology

   Lidocaine administration should be in your policy & procedures at your unit. Our P&P is 0.5ml-1.0 ml via TB syringe given intradermal like a ppd just under the skin at the avf or avg area you have chosen to cannulate. ONCE the needle bevel is...

3. Offered a Position

   summer4me replied to gladtobeOB's topic in Urology

   Dialysis nursing is a speciality, & it has been said by many, you either love it or hate it. It is one of the hardest jobs in nursing there is but to me it is also the most rewarding. A good solid meg/surg background with ICU/CCU/ER skill set is ...

4. Fresenius medical care...taking over dialysis unit HELP!

   summer4me replied to hodgpodge's topic in Urology

   For thise interested, you might want to check the figures on who & how many units & patients of fmc & davita. Been associated with all 3 & Davita by far is the best.

5. "Don't waste your time getting your BSN..."

   summer4me replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in ADN/BSN

   Associates degree nursing (2 yr degree) go to school 2 full year round