Natanis

The problem will probably only get worse. Companies will continue to attempt to find ways to save money and that includes getting techs to do RN work. Means they can hire/pay fewer RNs, period. I work in a state that allows techs to push Heparin while the states next to us wont allow the same. What makes my state different? Well, do you think a congressman just woke up one morning and decided to draft up new legislation regarding PCT's and Heparin? Not likely. The idea was set in motion by a lobbyist from a for-profit provider whispering into his wallet/ear. It is more prevalent in red states such as TX (techs doing assessments?!) and VA. Not a coincidence. Also, I can't agree with the previous sentiment that techs are resentful of RN's. I have seen once well-liked techs receive licensure only to return to the clinic as an RN and get eaten alive by their former "co-workers". It the epitome of jealousy and insecurity. The older techs are the worst offenders as they attempt cash in on their "seniority" in lieu of chain of command granted authority. Tired of watching techs break the law? Too bad. They don't have any skin in the game and no real incentive to play ball. No hard earned license to lose. They learned by on-the-job-training, same as a gig with the Home Depot or Burger King. They can just find another gig in a long term care facility or the kitchen of your favorite restaurant if they lose this job. Please save me the righteous replies defending the good techs you work with/happen to be. I'm tired of everyone telling me they are the exception. There is a problem in the field of dialysis and non-RN's doing RN work is a part of it. Does this post offend you as a tech? Then go post a rant on AllPCTs.com and save me some grief.

First, thank you for replying to my thread so I didn't look like a total clown. I have read some pretty scary stuff about dialysis. Give me the real story? What am I in for? If it helps, I am in Virginia.

I know two women from my graduating class that have yet to receive the Authorization to Test from the Virginia Board of Nursing. Without this ATT they have not been allowed to sit for their NCLEX. There is an appeals process but I am not familiar with it for you state. Don't panic. Just identify and complete each step as soon and as best as you can and that's all you can do. Worry will not solve this. Best Wishes. We're rooting for you.

Hello, I am a brand shiny new RN and, as the fates would have it, will be beginning my new trade as a dialysis nurse! I wanted to start a new post just to introduce myself and say hello to everyone. I also wanted to throw out a genuine "Thank You!" to the helpful members of Allnurses.com. I may have only recently created an account but I have been haunting the boards for weeks as I used your wonderful advice as a guide through the stressful post-NCLEX job hunt. Can't tell you how many times I used interview advice to prepare and orient myself. Thanks again to everyone!