What It's Like to Be a Home Health Nurse
Home health: autonomy, driving, wound care, family dynamics.
Home health is independent practice in patient homes.
Day-to-day
5-7 patient visits per day. Drive between. Wound care, IV antibiotics, teaching, assessment.
Pros
Autonomy. No nights. Variety of settings.
Cons
Driving time often unpaid. Unpredictable home environments. Limited team support.
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