I have been an OB (postpartum, perinatal high risk, nursery) nurse for about a year and a half. I would still consider myself relatively new although I like to think I have a good head on my shoulders!! I have been on night shift this whole time (way longer than I had expected) and have no light at the end of the tunnel. I recently went Per Diem because honestly the schedule was just getting ridiculous between my husband (who has regular 9-5 hrs) and I. We didn't feel we were getting enough quality time together and when I was home I was totally not myself! This whole process has made me realize that I really hate the scheduling of the hospital and although day shift would be a tad better it is not a long term solution for me. :crying2:I really like the OB specialty but honestly not enough to stay working there...its been fun, but when I realized I NEVER ever wanted to go back and work another night shift I realized it wasn't worth it for me. I will love my patients....it doesn't matter if they are O.B or not!
SO, I accepted a Home Health position on Monday and have my first orientation on this coming Monday. After that I will put in my 2 weeks notice to work (yay!). I will be per diem at Home Health *(which I've heard if you are relatively flexible on income that is the way to go...much more control over your schedule). I am very excited about the opportunity to have work to do during the day (I don't have kids yet...soon!) so I don't get bored during the day. I am happy to be out and about doing my casework during the day and not at a hospital. I will have NO on call time and no nights and only work weekends as my patients require it. THey do have some coverage when necessary. Pay is between 55-75 per visit with a 3 dollar visit incentive (instead of mileage pay). Does this sound good? I hear the paperwork is ridiculous but honestly I am just ready for a change...
I will need a lot of training :confused:I am sure and I made that VERY clear to the administrator.
Anybody want to send me some encouraging notes about how they enjoy home health? I know there are pitfalls...the grass is always greener on the other side...just ready to at least try the other side!
Amy , thanks so much for your reply.I think this is something I will like. I hope to have an interview this coming week-wish me luck. Do you continue to work prn at your hosp? Wondering how that would work out. I'm a little worried about the case managing and start of care (oasis) it seems complicated..But I'm looking forward to getting to know my pts, and the flexability that comes with the job.Thanks again
(instead of mileage pay). Does this sound good? I hear the paperwork is ridiculous but honestly I am just ready for a change...
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Amy , thanks so much for your reply.I think this is something I will like. I hope to have an interview this coming week-wish me luck. Do you continue to work prn at your hosp? Wondering how that would work out. I'm a little worried about the case managing and start of care (oasis) it seems complicated..But I'm looking forward to getting to know my pts, and the flexability that comes with the job.Thanks again