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I am actually movingto surprise in a month. I am an RN for the past 16 years, LTC and hospital. Which do you suggest? Thanks:)

Been there, done that. It's on a need to know basis. Say what makes you most comfortable. A drug is a drug. Addiction comes in many forms and people should not compare but try to identify to another's experience , strength and hope. Hang in there, it's a long journey but life does get so much better. My best day using still doesn't beat my worst day clean and sober. May your Higher Power carry you thru this second chance. blessings to you:)

That is wonderful news for you. God does have big plans that we sometimes feel are impossible to reach. Keep doing the right thing. Remember one is to many and a thousand is never enough!

Hi, I do have lots of hospice and dementia experience. Making significant changes with your Dad and what sounds like his MS contin is quetionable. At some point it may become difficult for him to take pills by mouth and this med is not crushable. roxanol (concentrated morphine is one option, an iv drip morphine is another option, along with ativan intensol. The ativan intensol can help with his breathing / use of a CPAP. It is not uncommon for pt. to spike high fevers and if they wear a fentanyl patch it can be absorbed at a dangerous rate. We stay away from these. You didn't state if dad is inpatient or routine hospice because the plan of care is at times, quite different. If Dad is showing signs of being uncomfortable with the CPAP, going to a nasal cannula will not work as effectively BUT it is about his comfort and life for your Dad. God Bless both you and your father during this difficult time. I hope this helped . Just remember that the MD has a final say over hospice recommendations and if you are in ? , call him up, and express your concerns :)

Hi , Can anyone in the west valley area of Phoenix. AZ recommend hospitals with pensions, good benefit packages, fair pay for a hard days work. Will be moving there in a few months and have acute and long term care experience (16 years). Lots of management and supervisor experience too. I have always been a team player in my profession and am looking for a great bunch of peole to work with. Any feedback would really be appreciated.

Long term care (nursing homes)

Deb1113 Thanks for your reply. Although some on this post reply are saying jobs are hard to find, I am not seeing this when searching nor when I was recently out there.

Follow up with a phone call to HR or the DNS and ask if they are currently hiring. Tell them you have submitted an application and would love an opportunity to meet with someone in hiring. LTC is always looking for night shift nurses

Thanks for the input.

Hi, I am new to this site and will soon be moving to Surprise, Arizona. I have been an RN,C for 16 years. I have managed and have experience in med-surg,oncology,geriatrics,psych & dementia. Which hospitals or LTC facilities in the area offer sign on bonuses, or baylor shifts?