epnurse0796 replied to Marshall1's topic in Georgia
Well aside from getting in with the company and having them train you I would see if there is any specialty training. I was trained through my employer, we manage coumadin. To be honest you shouldnt need too much experience with it for homehealth b...
epnurse0796 replied to chicklet74's topic in Student Assist
Also patient #1 what history could she have that led to right leg amputation? Uncontrolled diabetes, impaired vascular? 4 liters of O2?? Patient #2 nothing really alerted me Patient #3 remember that DNR does not affect your priority only the medical ...
epnurse0796 replied to chicklet74's topic in Student Assist
I would love to see you figure this out! So here is a question to start with.... Remember your ABCs..... do any of your patient's fall into this category for treatment?
epnurse0796 replied to Marshall1's topic in Georgia
I do not work for the company however I do work for a specialist and we utilize them for HH. I have had many negative experiences from HH agencies in my area and they are actually one of my personal preferences to deal with professionally. I also hav...
epnurse0796 replied to ladymarfee's topic in Georgia
I would suggest looking at Wellstar. I know Kennestone ER has a new grad program too. Also another route is to consider the Air Force reserve once you complete your training you will become "gold" even as a new grad!! LMK if you have any questions
epnurse0796 replied to SharonH, RN's topic in Georgia
The best way to get in to a new position is to know someone on the inside where you are wanting to go. What specialty? Also consider looking for a PRN position once you are in the door you will have a better op for position openings and can transfe...
Well for the pay northwest in atlanta area; Tech in hospital Full time 11-12 Tech PRN 13.25 --- hospital you get shift diff and weekend diff too Private company "clinical assistance" or MA --13-14 LPN hospital 14-16 LPN private company specialized 1...
epnurse0796 replied to starfishlpn's topic in LPN-RN
Just remember you will not be alone and they want you to succeed!! You will do fine and you could always go speak to someone in your local ER, the director, about "shadowing" someone for a shift for a brief refresher!
Georgia Perimeter's LPN to RN is beginning Jan 2011. It is 3 semesters and you are done. There is one evening a week classroom and 1 day a week clinic. After reading all of the other post I have to say.... This program may NOT be for everyone, ie tho...