I am currently in clinicals here in Cleveland and a nurse told me they dont use narcotic meds or PCA pumps at the VA, is that true? I also heard that you dont get to do as much at the VA (like hang Heparin) as you would other hospitals.
I'm a vet and I think it would be cool to work at the VA but its like one big secret. I can't shadow or see a floor, all I can really do is take a tour of the Cleveland VAMC and that's about it.
Anyone with experience at a VA medical center that can help me paint a picture as to what its like working for the VA and what you did as a floor nurse would be greatly appreciated!
