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    Morning Vs Evening shifts

    integrativenurse replied to disarrayofsunshine's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Generally speaking, you do more stuff as an opener or day shift in the ICHD world, but this is coming from a person who prefers not getting up super early so I'm
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    What meds do dialysis nurses give to patients in the clinic?

    integrativenurse replied to MTRNlove's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    One of the positives in working in chronic dialysis...not too many drugs. You got the ESA, vitamin D analogs, calcimimetics, iron, acetaminophen, antiemetic, one type to bring BP up and another type...
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    Help - “New” grad working in dialysis with crazy hours

    integrativenurse replied to CN101's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    They (work and patients) should thank you for your dedication. But if you wait until they land 2 or more nurses to soften the blow on staffing, then you're just expecting too much and hurting yourself...
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    Can you share your experience in dialysis?

    integrativenurse replied to jmtm17's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked for DaVita. I have to say the truth is it can go both ways depending on the clinic. Coming from the northeast moving to the south, as far teamwork, work-life balance, salary, etc, the...
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    IV Albumin administration.

    integrativenurse replied to Ayelesia's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I agree with others'
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    Tablo

    integrativenurse replied to diabo's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    We're currently using Tablo here at the VAMC (Southeast). It was introduced to us 2 years ago however we still mostly use Fresenius T machines. It has a positive side to it because it's small and we...
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield

    integrativenurse replied to integrativenurse's topic in Case Management

    I start soon and very excited, my current coworkers are
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    Does Anyone Work As A Nurse Case Manager for Anthem?

    integrativenurse replied to Bwiseman's topic in Case Management

    I'm considering a position as a case manager, how much pay cut are you talking about in
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield

    integrativenurse replied to integrativenurse's topic in Case Management

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    Calls and Weekends

    integrativenurse posted a topic in Advanced Practice

    What jobs or specialties as an NP don't need to do calls or weekends? Here at the VA I see some NPs who work M-F with bankers' hours that do non-clinical jobs such as
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield

    integrativenurse replied to integrativenurse's topic in Case Management

    Thank you so much for great
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    Resume - HD to UR ?

    integrativenurse replied to newrse's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    In almost similar situation. Most of my nursing experience is in HD and shooting for your job in a
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield

    integrativenurse replied to integrativenurse's topic in Case Management

    Thank you for your response. SC is South Carolina. I'll remember your tips. There are few remote positions popping up. Thank
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    CDN Exam

    integrativenurse replied to i'manurse?'s topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Thank you. I say half and half require critical thinking and others questions are black and white. For example, I clicked through a good chunk of questions because the answers were so obvious....
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    CDN Exam

    integrativenurse replied to i'manurse?'s topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Just CDN exam today and passed
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    Speed for Rinsing Blood Back

    integrativenurse posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Most company standard is 200 ml/min, some 100, or up to 250. What is the rationale for slower Qb? I cannot find any convincing rationale, mostly just "because they told me to do so" or "It's in...
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    Frustrated

    integrativenurse replied to SnipRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Have you brought this up with your manager's boss and/or HR? Keep that paper trail going and journal the days and time you addressed your issues, and not necessarily your coworker's issues, with the...
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    Online course preparation

    integrativenurse replied to ellenp's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Just posted a response today regarding CDN prep. Have you taken your
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    Dialysis Charge nurses-tips

    integrativenurse replied to NutrixLA624's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Depending on your organization, charge nurses have a checklist that they have to go through each day. Additional responsibilities may be tacked on top of those technical duties -- in some cases, more...
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    CDN Exam

    integrativenurse replied to i'manurse?'s topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Have they taken it recently? I've been is dialysis nursing for less than 20 but long enough (14 years) that I should know more than I should. But I don't. Just reading through Core Curriculum and...
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    Tablo HD Machine

    integrativenurse posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Anyone using Tablo machines? Tablo is typically used for HHD patients but our organization has been using it for inpatients and long-term residents. It's designed for home use due to its...
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    CDN Exam

    integrativenurse replied to i'manurse?'s topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I'm currently studying for CDN exam (scheduled to take the test within the next month). I'll let you know... As far as guides, I'm using Mometrix, Core Curriculum, and Youtube. I also bought...
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    Thoughts from a brand new dialysis nurse

    integrativenurse replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Welcome to the world of dialysis staff. People don't like change especially if they're being told by someone who is new to their clinic. It is really frustrating if you're working with people who want...
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    CDN CNN Exam

    integrativenurse replied to integrativenurse's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Checking them out right now.
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    CDN CNN Exam

    integrativenurse posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I've been a dialysis nurse since 2006 but my previous employer, though I had fun and a grew up with them, does not incentivize employees for getting any certifications. I would say that most people...