want to be an entrepreneur in health care

[Natasha A., CNA, LVN]

I'm a cna and love to teach and research. Just recently did a project for ways to reduce ama at my local rehab hospital and I want to introduce my knowledge to my community. Who do I talk to about joining the local healthcare performance improvement team? Chamb er commerce? In addition of helping the community rehab hospitals, I would like to start a small business helping the seniors like transportation . I do realize that funding is getting tight for to start health care businesses. Any luck with grants or private loans from other businesses? Any advice is great. Thanks

[roser13, ASN, RN]

Starting a transportation service is one thing that you could likely do right now, provided you have a valid driver's license and/or Chauffer License.

However, any type of successful health-care related business would also require evidence of licensure, proficiency, education and expertise in your chosen area. Expecting to educate anyone on health-care subjects would only be valid if you are truly an expert or at least fully-educated in the field. Most education positions in healthcare these days require at least a Master's degree in the field.

For instance, if I wanted to hold a seminar on heating & air conditioning, I likely wouldn't attract many customers unless I held a certification or professional licensure in that area.

[Natasha A., CNA, LVN]

Thanks. Is it possible to use your own vehicle before investing into something bigger like a truck?

[nurseprnRN, BSN, RN]

Thanks. Is it possible to use your own vehicle before investing into something bigger like a truck?

Your automobile insurance carrier will have something to say about that. Best to ask them what your liability and premium would be if you drove others.

There is an Entrepreneurs forum under Specialties in the yellow bar above. Check it out.

[Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN]

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