SDALPN

SDALPN

Peds(PICU, NICU float), PDN, ICU

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  1. 60hours

    SDALPN replied to ksmrnn's topic in Private Duty

    I've never heard of not being able to do 60 hour weeks. I've done 80+ hour weeks. Is this your agency

  2. a new PDN case for me!!

    SDALPN replied to WI_home_RN's topic in Private Duty

    You said in WI there is a certification. But then you said it's agency certification. It's a big difference. It's not a true certification with an agency as it's not something recognized. Basically...

  3. Bad Parenting equals difficult patient

    SDALPN replied to 2ndcareerchange's topic in Private Duty

    Some people just know the secret: be kind and appreciative, and your nurses will do anything for you. Be jerks, and they'll run. That's the key right

  4. a new PDN case for me!!

    SDALPN replied to WI_home_RN's topic in Private Duty

    Interesting. Do you have a link you can share? I'm curious. I think it's a great idea. I can see where agency policies may conflict with some things taught for the certification. But I think it would...

  5. Bad Parenting equals difficult patient

    SDALPN replied to 2ndcareerchange's topic in Private Duty

    Haha. It's only hair, it'll grow out. ;-) I've had a few cases where the kid could do what they wanted. The parent feels guilty and I get that. But won't they feel more guilty when the kid grows up...

  6. Bad Parenting equals difficult patient

    SDALPN replied to 2ndcareerchange's topic in Private Duty

    I kind of disagree, but I see where you're coming from. I do think it's important to identify parenting issues. Sometimes it's seen by the way the child behaves. I've had plenty of patients that are...

  7. Do you think there's a power struggle?

    SDALPN replied to HisTreasure's topic in Private Duty

    Well written. I try to put myself in the shoes of a parent when I work. But at some point they seem to feel entitled and act as if we are slaves. I can't understand treating any human being like that....

  8. Bad Parenting equals difficult patient

    SDALPN replied to 2ndcareerchange's topic in Private Duty

    That is so common. I've seen that stuff so many times. We end up being the bad guy no matter what. Get the check til another case comes along or they let you go. Do the best you can in the time you...

  9. Have you ever worked through a agency?

    SDALPN replied to whslee01's topic in Agency Nurses

    I'm looking for the other link. But this one shows where they require 2 years of experience for the PDN supervisor....

  10. Have you ever worked through a agency?

    SDALPN replied to whslee01's topic in Agency Nurses

    I'm not rude, I'm blunt and say it like it is. That's my personality. Like it or don't. This is not about me, but about the facts. As I stated earlier, I have read it. It's in writing from...

  11. Have you ever worked through a agency?

    SDALPN replied to whslee01's topic in Agency Nurses

    Wrong! They can and do require the nurses to have a year of experience to do PDN. Look it up. I have read it for myself. A good, reputable agency will require a year of experience. Make sure you are...

  12. Craziest PDN/PDN Venting Thread

    SDALPN replied to Adele_Michal7's topic in Private Duty

  13. Don't know what to do...

    SDALPN replied to ceebeejay's topic in Private Duty

    The agency will fight it and then offer some ridiculous case 2 hours away. The state doesn't care that it will cost more to drive to the case than you will make in a shift. Or the agency will fight it...

  14. Have you ever worked through a agency?

    SDALPN replied to whslee01's topic in Agency Nurses

    Very well said. I agree 100%. PDN agency can't hire new grads either because medicare/medicaid require a year of experience to do the job. Reason being, you are alone on the case with no safety net....

  15. PDN and snow: how do they treat you?

    SDALPN replied to CloudySue's topic in Private Duty

    Was late due to power outage. I was cussed out and told by a parent that I should have stayed in my car overnight where I have a phone signal. Parent doesn't work and lives off the system. Luckily, my...

  16. Pediatric PDN skills are not "marketable"?

    SDALPN replied to GlossyViolet's topic in Private Duty

  17. a new PDN case for me!!

    SDALPN replied to WI_home_RN's topic in Private Duty

    Trust me, its still important to know these things. When the settings are wrong, how do you know? When the settings may need adjustment, how do you know to let the Dr know? The internal settings are...

  18. a new PDN case for me!!

    SDALPN replied to WI_home_RN's topic in Private Duty

    I didn't think there is an actual certification. Although some agencies must check you off before working with a vent patient. But most equipment companies do classes and the agencies do as well. The...

  19. Don't know what to do...

    SDALPN replied to ceebeejay's topic in Private Duty

    If you are with a larger agency you can float between offices. I float across the state as I can. They pay hotel if needed, gas, and pay extra per hour when I travel. Plus after work I can see the...

  20. Vent about coworker

    SDALPN replied to NightNurseRN13's topic in Private Duty

  21. Vent about coworker

    SDALPN replied to NightNurseRN13's topic in Private Duty

    I would encourage the patient to talk with the agency about any concerns they have. Talking to you doesn't get the patient anywhere. You can also hint to your manager that a follow up call to the...

  22. What's in your bag (and/or car) -- the PDN version!

    SDALPN replied to brillohead's topic in Private Duty

    It doesn't matter if its otc or not. Its still a drug. Its still risky. Its still boiling hot in a car in the summer and too cold in the winter to keep drugs that way. I bet melted glycerine enemas...

  23. What's in your bag (and/or car) -- the PDN version!

    SDALPN replied to brillohead's topic in Private Duty

    Sounds like a liability issue carrying meds for patients. And if they are kept in the car, the temp may be too

  24. Online Support Groups = Trash on Nurses

    SDALPN replied to CloudySue's topic in Private Duty

    If the agencies would give these families realistic expectations, it would help both sides. But they all promise the world to these families and then even the office staff doesn't want to deal with...

  25. School Cases

    SDALPN replied to Adele_Michal7's topic in Private Duty

    There was a thread at one time about this same topic. There were some good