sherryg0 replied to DaisyRN, ACNP's topic in Urology
this is probable too late but here goes. I love dialysis because I can utilize my skills with cardiac care, pulmonary care and nephro care with a physician who appreciates this. I am expected to help with the difficult sticks and evaluate possible st...
I am from Texas and our regs will not allow more than 12 pts per RN with 3 techs for this many patients. Less techs = more nurses. If the clinic were to fall below this and was visited, they would be out of compliance.
sherryg0 replied to YOGI_NAMASTE's topic in Urology
The question you should ask yourself is: Am I a stickler for detail? If so dialysis is for you, if not maybe not. The starting pay in the pool at the hospital is $28 per hour and $30 after you complete your training. The hours are Mon-Wed-Fri 6...
I just have one question? Are you a fairly new nurse? If so, study, study, study. If not, call on your experience. You KNOW you are a good nurse. Your previous patients tell you so.. First you must learn to string the machine and then you learn...
My experience was with my Mom who is 66 years old and has poor circulation in her legs. She had a episode of severe pain in her right leg with loss of pulse. My sister and I took her to the hospital where she was evaluated by an RN who confirmed th...
sherryg0 replied to mattsmom81's topic in Entrepreneurs
Dear Picc chic: What a great name! I am in central Arkansas and would like to know if you know any Picc certified nurses in this or any surrounding states. Thanks for the informative posts. sherryg
sherryg0 replied to rachel h's topic in Entrepreneurs
In my state you contact your local insurance agent. If you have car or house insurance, he can give you a quote since you are already a customer. Thanks Sherryg
sherryg0 replied to rachel h's topic in Entrepreneurs
Dear Retired: I have done the leg work of becoming an independent, but I haven't had any luck promoting myself in my area. Do you have a sample letter that you send out or do you contact each nurse manager directly? Thanks Sherryg
Dear neph: I also work in an acute setting where we have one Prisma machine. We have had numerous problems with it (computer wasn't functioning correctly, etc) which clotted the catheter where we couldn't give them their blood back. The nurses in th...
Dear Wyoming: What group will help me become independent in California or Arizona? Is there a collection of nurses that are independent connected by membership to any organization? Thanks for the reply in advance