mgrn88

I agree with shodobe and MS*OR*RN…I too am from the “old school”(30 yrs experience---- med/surg-diaylsis-ICU-CCU-OR-PACU-Cath Lab-in that order)….and believe that a new grad should start out on a med/surg unit---learning to prioritize, assessing body systems, understanding labs, pain control, medications, treatments, when to call the doctor…are just a few of the things that come to mind….that will prepare you for a speciality area…IMO :-)

We are in CRNA contract talks with my employer and they will not back down from a one year non compete clause in our contract. The bad thing is there is only two medical facilities in my area in which our group practices and has a contract. If they lose either contract I couldn't work for the new group unless I have been gone for one year. Is this common in anyone elses practice????? The bad thing the closest place other than my community is 50 miles away. Has anyone else had this problem???? Seems like a restriction in trade issue since I am an employee and not a partner.