Dialysis RN1

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  1. Confused

    According to V-tag 686 and 687 if LPN's are allowed to function as a charge nurse in your state then "technically" they can do this. It just does not sound like a great plan that puts the patient first. What if you didn't show up, would they have t...
  2. Sever hypertension during dialysis

    In my opinion the Systolic is probably the most important as that is the pressure in the vasculature while your heart is contracting. the diastolic is when the heart is at rest (laymens terminology) If the Systolic is elevated the posibility for stro...
  3. cannulation

    oooo, 15 degree canulation??? It is more typical to do the 45 -90 degree as rnbob mentioned. a 15-30 degree canulation is more designed for an IV insertions. usually fistulas and grafts are just a bit deeper and a clean introduction of a large bore...
  4. My company is being taken over by DaVita what to expect

    are you currently with a for profit company? If so I wouldn't expect many changes. if you are a non profit the staffing situation may change depending on how your set up is already. really anything anyone would answer here would just be shots in the...
  5. new in HD. need veterans' help

    First off welcome to the world of dialysis. as you continue to learn and grow in your new position I am sure you will find it rewarding and satisfying. This will only come when you ask questions such as these for if you don't know the basics it can ...
  6. how do i become dialysis certified?

    you have to take a certification examination. You should apply anyways and get your foot in the door even though the ad says the prefer certified nurses. It isnt an easy test to just go and take if you have no background in nephrology nursing. When...
  7. My company is being taken over by DaVita what to expect

    I find it interesting that they havent told you or offered support in the matter. I would think that a more reliable sorce for that information would be your HR department or administrator.
  8. How to assess Bruit and Thrill

    Well it doesn't really matter which you do first.... You feel the thrill meaning when you palpate over the area of the fistula or graft where there should be a palpable buzzing sensation. If decreased or more pulsating than buzzing then there may be ...
  9. Question about acute dialysis schedule??

    Wow, we cover 8 hospitals. The nurses are scheduled 4 days a week and start at 7AM. the day ends when the day ends, there is no predicting when a patient is going to need our services. The hours we put in run very similar to NatKat above. if its dea...
  10. Dci

    Harrison, I am a die hard DCI employee. As long as they will have me I will continue to give them my best. I have not worked at a DaVita but I am sure there are some great Davitas as well as not so great programs but I think the same can be true abou...
  11. Feeding patients

    There was a great article that was published in the Nephrology Nursing Journal September-October 2005-Vol.32, No.4. Titled: “Should Patients Eat During Hemodialysis Treatments?” by Katina Kinnel. You can do a Google search on the title and find the a...
  12. Dci

    I am in my 9th year with DCI and think that they are a great company. I think the pay scale is regional and in my area it is exceptional and very competitive. The health benefit has come a long way and is now the best I know of around. The retiremen...
  13. how do I get into dialysis nursing

    Put in your application Training will be provided. and remember, confidence comes with experience. good luck
  14. ER nurse accessing Dialysis Cath in Emergency

    Great points. In our hospitals I have helped them formulate policy on accessing the cathater so it is in line with how we provide care. we review it anually and certainly it is not accessed without the order of a Nephrologist and as a last resort.
  15. How big (or small) is your unit?

    Im from the acute side of life, but we have one 4 bed unit and 7 hospitals. we mostly do bedside treatments