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  1. One nurse for three busy providers. This can't be safe, right?

    pfchang replied to LTCNS's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Please document that incident. You may need the details in case of a complaint. It is also a good example of how not to run a clinic. I think if boundaries and policies were put in place and patients...

  2. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Regarding work hx on Vetpro, I believe so. Did you read it on a VA website? If not, I would double

  3. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    If I remember correctly, you can save and come back so if you are having problems, just save often. If you can't get it, don't worry and call them on Monday. Offers won't be rescinded bc you couldn't...

  4. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Do not give two weeks notice until you have an offer letter. I did not have those unreasonable deadlines. I was given a choice of three start dates. I do not see how they can give you a start date...

  5. One nurse for three busy providers. This can't be safe, right?

    pfchang replied to LTCNS's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Do you have patient complaints which effect the bottom line? Like patients leaving the clinic to go elsewhere due to the shortage of nurse time? Are you working overtime? Are patients angry over long...

  6. Manager who is not a Nurse

    pfchang replied to OncMurse's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    So sorry. Did the docs have no say in the matter? Will the docs give you good references? I would ask them now to write reference letters for you. I worked in a clinic which was purchased by a...

  7. One nurse for three busy providers. This can't be safe, right?

    pfchang replied to LTCNS's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    You are learning a lot with all they expect of you. Soak it all up and try to change some work flow if you can. But hanging in there will pay off since you are new to ambulatory

  8. Apparently, everyone is a nurse! (rant)

    pfchang replied to RivkaLPN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I worked as an RN in a very large and busy FP clinic with many of the same issues. We hade 8 or 9 providers in on any given day who saw 20 to 25 patients. We had lots of part-time providers who were...

  9. Transitioning out of Nursing within VA

    pfchang replied to Notsomuch2011's topic in Government, Military

    I wonder if you would be happier in an ambulatory or telehealth type position. Have you thought about

  10. VA- The mysterious on boarding process

    pfchang replied to Student Mom to Three's topic in Government, Military

    It depends on how long you plan to work??? Sorry not a great answer. I am new to the VA so am unclear myself. Maybe someone who has been with the VA a long time can clarify. The matching of 3% of...

  11. Application for Clinic/Triage RN position

    pfchang replied to countrygurl1989's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Education is a large part of initial Coumadin therapy. I found that things went much more smoothly if I could get to the patient before they left with a new script for Coumadin or upon the first visit...

  12. One nurse for three busy providers. This can't be safe, right?

    pfchang replied to LTCNS's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    An clerical person can do referrals and pre- certs. That is a crazy thing tyo assign to RNS. But since that is the way it is now, you have to triage your own work. The numbers and scenarios you stated...

  13. VA- The mysterious on boarding process

    pfchang replied to Student Mom to Three's topic in Government, Military

    I don't think your current employer has to be contacted. I would say no to that. I can't imagine that it would be a requirement because we all know how often an employer will screw you over if they...

  14. A Ban=Bsn?

    pfchang replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am still wondering about keyword searches on resumes and applications which ask for BSNs. If one is networking and has a personal contact, it may be reasonable to think one can enter BSN and explain...

  15. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Ortech2rn, your mailbox is full. I tried to send you a PM. My offer took a long time to receive, as well. Hang in there and keep

  16. A Ban=Bsn?

    pfchang replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Any thoughts on the keyword searches in a resume submitted online? If the job says BSN required or preferred and one has a BAN, it seems like that might mean immediate rejection of the resume. I am...

  17. A Ban=Bsn?

    pfchang replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Thanks, klone. Forgot about the private college aspect. I was just thinking I may need fewer classes. You're probably

  18. A Ban=Bsn?

    pfchang replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have never heard of a BAN. With a Bachelor's degree in a non-health related field, I will be looking into whether this degree will be looked at in the same way as a BSN (which I don't have) with my...

  19. Ambulatory Care Nurse Certification?

    pfchang replied to ART_RN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I purchased the newest book and exam questions and was glad I did. With ambulatory care being so broad, there were things I learned from them. The prep course was so pricey there was no way I was...

  20. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Congratulations

  21. Focus Cares, Inc. -- anyone heard of them?

    pfchang replied to juschillin's topic in Case Management

    I would not send DL or SS Number until farther along in the process such as a background check following acceptance of an offer. They don't need photo until you are hired. I'd be skeptical,

  22. Ambulatory Care Nurse Certification?

    pfchang replied to ART_RN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    What is FQHC? I recently took this test and passed. I have not seen a job posting requesting certification but some employers give a raise or bonus based on becoming certified. I think it shows...

  23. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    One week usually does not mean soon at the VA. I would email to " touch base." You could say that and also maybe ask a question like how long is NEO (New Employee Orientation) or some

  24. VA Hiring Process

    pfchang replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    IMO, you have every reason to email the HR specialist and spell out why you need your offer letter. Is there not a Nurse Recruiter working on this position? I would email him or her, too, and follow...

  25. What is the purpose/need for a same day surgery register?

    pfchang replied to Maddie's mommy's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I would discuss the issue with your Medical Records, Risk Management and Financial people. Coding, staffing, etc, may be involved but it sounds like it may be unnecessary