RNONC3048 replied to HighNursingGoals's topic in General Nursing
Again, HCA does not force you to get vaccinated; simply dictates that you must wear a mask while working if you deline...this was for seasonal flu...I believe NYS Supreme Court has held that H1N1 cannot be forced on staff.
RNONC3048 replied to RNONC3048's topic in Infusion
I agree it is somewhat concerning; the problem is the use of a VAD for theraputic phlebotomy is "off label use of the device" and not approved by the manufacturers or INS...the nurse becomes totally liable for any problems. I am trying to find out if...
RNONC3048 replied to chelynn's topic in Uniform/Gear
SAS gets my vote been wearing them for years....I'm 5'9/260 - I keep 2 pairs active...alternate daily...my feet feel like they are incased im marshmallows...have had DVT in 1 leg (years ago) and I can do 3 12s/ 4 10s or any combination ina a row...wo...
Does anyone know if their BON allows an RN to perform a Theraputic Phlebotomy (for Hemochromatosis) throught a VAD? NH has ruled it is NOT within Scope of Practice; we are trying to gather info to have them reconsider.