Dialysis RN1

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1. Confused

   Dialysis RN1 replied to ConfuseRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

2. Sever hypertension during dialysis

   Dialysis RN1 replied to petiteRN88's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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)...

3. cannulation

   Dialysis RN1 replied to gambutrol's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

4. My company is being taken over by DaVita what to expect

   Dialysis RN1 replied to Joni's Mom's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

5. new in HD. need veterans' help

   Dialysis RN1 replied to dodoy's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

6. how do i become dialysis certified?

   Dialysis RN1 replied to oldfaithful's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

7. My company is being taken over by DaVita what to expect

   Dialysis RN1 replied to Joni's Mom's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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

8. How to assess Bruit and Thrill

   Dialysis RN1 replied to JacelRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

9. Question about acute dialysis schedule??

   Dialysis RN1 replied to Labellezza's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   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...

10. Dci

    Dialysis RN1 replied to weav16125's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    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...

11. Feeding patients

    Dialysis RN1 replied to Mother Goose's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    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....

12. Dci

    Dialysis RN1 replied to weav16125's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    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...

13. how do I get into dialysis nursing

    Dialysis RN1 replied to IRERN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Put in your application Training will be provided. and remember, confidence comes with experience. good

14. ER nurse accessing Dialysis Cath in Emergency

    Dialysis RN1 replied to Huachuca's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    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...

15. How big (or small) is your unit?

    Dialysis RN1 replied to cranky's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

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