RN working 2nd job as CHHA

Nurses General Nursing

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Hi,

I have been working as CHHA for 7 years, and recently I got my RN license and an offer for part time job (as a visting nurse at another home care ageny). Can I keep my present job as CHHA and work as visiting nurse at the same time. Are there any legal issues? Thanks

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The only legal issue is that you are held to the standards of your higher license when you are working as a CHHA.

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Specializes in Medical Surgical & Nursing Manaagement.

Legal issues.....absolutely. In my state you are held liable to the highest license you hold. Example, if as a CHHA you make a mistake, you will be held accountable as if you are a registered nurse even though you are working as an aide. Check with your state regulations because you worked to hard for a license that you should not be putting at risk!

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