NewEnglandRN

I would see 6-8 patients per day.

Hello, I am an RN with 8 years experience. I have not done Acute Care hands-on Nursing for 2.5 years. I have several weeks to prepare for a travel HH assignment. I was wondering if there are any "must have" books for Home Health Nursing. I prefer not to get them for my Kindle. Everything on Amazon is so outdated. Any HC Nursing Web sites to help me refresh? I know most of it will come right back to me, but just want to be prepared. Many thanks, Michelle

Hello, I am an RN with 8 years experience. I have not done Acute Care hands-on Nursing for 2.5 years. I have several weeks to prepare for a travel HH assignment. I was wondering if there are any "must have" books for Home Health Nursing. I prefer not to get them on Kindle. Everything on Amazon is so outdated. Any HC Nursing Web sites to help me refresh? I know most of it will come right back to me, but just want to be prepared. Many thanks, Michelle

Has anyone received work with this company yet?

Hi there, First of all best of luck to you. It is frustrating enough to find a job in this economy, but when you have to worry about your own health issues, it is even worse. May I ask what and why you are taking for Rx meds? I have always disclosed my meds (Ativan and Fiorinal) on Physicals. Now, I have chronic pain issues d/t a failed Cervical spine fuzion and Rheumatoid arthritis. The Doctor started me on MSContin and I am terrified to go to my next pre-employment PE. I did have one experience where I actually has a job offer rescinded when they found out I had a spinal fusion... I am with you on keeping you personal life out of work... I wish I had done that earlier in my career. But, I would never lie on an application or during the PE. PM me with any questions.

DON'T BOTHER! Was hired last year, completed the training and then my field advocate quit. I was never given assignments despite repeated promised for at least 30 hours/ week. This year they called me and apologized for there disorganization last year. Two weeks later they emailed me and said they did not have enough charts in my area and would not be needing me. A complete waste of time... Any other GOOD companies?

I had no other side effects at all... probably had nothing to do with the vaccine. I am actually feeling more 'normal' tonight.

I had the seasonal vaccine a few weeks ago with no problem. On Monday, I had the H1N1- no soreness at all, but much more concerning is that for the following two days, my balance was completely off! I was stumbling, dropping things and could not concentrate at all. I have never had a reaction to a vaccine before; any thoughts?

I would absolutely go in on my own time, but my Sub day is on Tuesday. I have another assignment the following week and will make certain to stop by earlier that week. Thanks for your help!

Hello! I have picked up some Substitute Nursing shifts through my local school district. There really is no training provided for Substitutes. Does anyone have any advice or tips? Can you tell me about a "typical" day? Any words of encouragement would be great! :redpinkhe

Tide with Downey. Always separate from my other clothes.

$1 per hour- not worth the additional stress!

During my first year, I carried either 'RN Notes' or 'Med-Surg Notes' pocket guide with me. I also have a Palm Pilot with Davis Drug guide on it. I love it because I have everything I need with me at all times (including a calculator). Good luck!

Be honest about the medications you are on for your screen. I am glad you found a med-combo that is working well for you. Good luck!

ABSOLUTELY necessary in Nursing to establish a team-approach!