marnacla

I became a raw food nutrition specialist and lifestyle coach. You'll have to make your own job however you can look into energy healing, herbalogy, etc. I was a western nurse for a lot of years and, like you, have moved into an alternative arena where I feel I'm giving people valuable information and assisting them to take control of their health. There's a ton of stuff out there.

Sounds like me. I'm starting dialysis training after speaking with a few dialysis nurses who really convinced me. Hope that helps.:)

Great idea! How did you go about it?

Has anyone here worked in Big Timber?

I'm all for it! Financial backers would be the way to go.

10 patients is a dream for most LTC's. Most that I've heard of had 20-over 30 residents! Good luck in your new endeavor!

Update: I just had a very long conversation with the administrator on the phone and they're going to fly me over for a visit. I fully expect this to be a challenge but isn't that what life is all about? No risk no gain. Right? (applause)

I mean 'there.' LOL

WOW! You're scaring me folks. I'm thinking of accepting a DON offer because I'm pretty burned out in acute (many years in ICU/ER/management) and thought it would be FUN! Can anyone here tell me what they like about their job? I mean, staffing and personalities can always be a challenge but their must be decent administrators out there??

Ever think about being a nurse entrepreneur? Why not be a consultant for LTC and work for yourself?

I'm thinking of making the switch - what IS the different focus of LTC?

My passion is having a lot of fun while earning! I'm pretty diverse - raw food nutrition specialist, that kind of thing. But all that aside, I used to give talks on health to the townsfolk while I was living in a little coastal town in Oregon and LOVED it. It didn't pay the rent but I had a ball!

Any ideas on finding a good recruiter? Can anyone recommend someone? Thanks in advance.

I've been in ICU across the country for about 20 years. Stay calm so your brain works. Find an experienced ICU nurse and they will let you know when to rush like a maniac. Never stop asking questions because the key here is to learn. You can always take an antiemetic when nausea strikes. You sound like you'd be an excellent ICU nurse. Follow your heart :)

what is PDBS??

There are NO crazy ideas. If you LOVE it, DO it!

I just went to a seminar and am all hyped up. I think it is time for us to get down to business. I've been in ICU, management, legal nurse consulting and all that crap for 20 years and think it is time for a change. Anybody out there interested in brainstorming about business ideas? Working for themselves as RN's?

Absolutely go for it. I'm an ICU nurse and would love to meet someone to at least travel with. Count me in.

It's up to the nurses to set standards and stick to them. I've come to see that if it weren't for nurses many patients would be left to rot.

Thanks TravelCEN. I have a feeling a travel trailer is in my future as well :)

I'm just starting to travel again with my 2 mutts. Do you guys have a home base or are you just 'out there' like me?

Im in Southern California now (originally from Canada) and wouldn't mind a buddy. I'm getting ready to do a contract in Long Beach and someone is staying at my house in the Palm Springs area to care for my 2 dogs as I also still have a lease here. Details, details,....Feel free to PM me.

Sounds like your place is lacking strong nurse leadership and a nursing voice.

Hey, we are Registered Nurses and that goes a long way these days. Be PROUD of your accomplishment! The female connotation of 'nurse' is over. After 20 odd years in this profession traveling from coast to coast I say "Welcome Guys!" You are valuable to the profession.

Add me to the list. LOL Personally, I love working with ALL nurses who are fun.