I just wanted to suggest changing the name of this specialty. "Addiction" is a dated term. Currently the term Substance Use Disorder or SUD treatment nurse would be appropriate. The history of the...
I've worked in a MAT clinic for awhile. Dosing the right client with the right dose is very important. Always do a mini assessment when dosing clients. Look for any impairment. Eyes don't lie. It's...
I've worked at a MAT (medical assisted treatment) clinic for five years. I took the job because it worked with my home life so well. I work 4-hour shifts. I have a great group of nurses I work with....
I have worked in home care since I graduated from nursing school. Now after seven years I'm confused too. I have LOVED home care and have been happy. But honestly I have not been given opportunities...
Thank you! I work for two different agencies and neither offer that kind of service. It's mostly PT, wounds, DM, CHF etc. However I think I will look into other agencies that do offer that kind of...
Home care. It's been so great as a mom. Start around 8am, done by 5pm, but if you are with a good agency you could arrange to be done by 2 or 3 pm. You are paid per visit (I am). Pay is good. Weekends...
Seriously DON? I'm sorry for your situation. If your only working prn I would probably quit. That's not a good place to work. Maybe it's the easy way out but really who needs the drama? Not worth it...
I went right into home care nursing right out of nursing school. I have loved it for six years, however I have NO skills. Well I have done hundreds of admission assessments and field visits but I have...