Kbaxley

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1. Problems with Preceptor

   Kbaxley replied to everchangingRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   Fresenius will at least follow a progressive counseling process. You may try reaching out to the next supervisor in line. If no success there, reach out to HR. Is your state a "right to work" state?...

2. Clotted catheters

   Kbaxley replied to verdeacres's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   I have found that catheter function is all about who places them. Is it an interventional radiologist, surgeon, etc who does them all the time or is it someone training? They may work at more than 1...

3. Problems with Preceptor

   Kbaxley replied to everchangingRN's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   Doing acutes when new in HD is tough. Acute HD nurses can be tougher! Have you thought about working in a chronic outpatient unit where you can solidify your skills with more support with other...

4. Anybody working at Dialysis Clinic, Inc.?

   Kbaxley replied to ginty777's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   In general, DCI has a very good reputation as a company. As with anywhere, the local management & your fit with them is the biggest part. In addition, you will be in an outpatient environment,...

5. Question About Returning to Dialysis

   Kbaxley replied to westieluv's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   Which company depends on the area you are in. In our area Fresenius has the better reputation. Also for us, orientation is regulated by the state. I now work for American Renal, best move

6. Accepted dialysis clinic position, now having second thoughts - advice please?

   Kbaxley replied to Lucky724's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

   The turnover & missing manager tells the story. I have been in dialysis over 20 years & got into it because of the schedule. If it is a facility that has 2 patient shifts, then you will...