PROs and CONs of HOME CARE nursing | Watch this before going into home care nursing

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[@professorpixeldust]

"There are no nurses there trying to bully you." I am so glad you brought that up, it is a real problem in nursing.

[@gurneetd21]

Travel nurses get bullied every shift :(

[@marymagdalene6319]

I thought it was just me who experienced bullying from other nurses

[@mimivibes1172]

@@marymagdalene6319 that comes with working in the medical field. Sadly

[@tutsecret499]

report these bully nurse

[@tashaadolph677]

Some nurses can be straight up b****es.

[@bettybane9915]

I’ve been in home health for almost 4 years... I like the independence

[@spookytook]

do you learn a lot of skills or knowledge as far as nursing care?

[@livinglavidaluna]

I NEVER comment on videos, but something you said stuck out. In your list of pros, you said you love learning about different people and used the example of having an Indian family and then a Japanese family and just enjoying learning about everyone. That right there. That’s that love and energy I was looking for in researching whether I wanted to pursue home health. I love your energy and your love for your work. Thank you for this video and your beautiful spirit❤️

[@congerscott6064]

I did home health for a few years and couldn't stand it, didn't like taking people to doctor appointments, didn't like cooking for people, wasn't comfortable being around family members, you either like it or you don't, im more comfortable working in a hospital setting, a lot more work but the time goes by a lot faster, thanks for the great video 👍.

[@CoraleComics]

Mmm I experienced a toxic environment with one of the homes I went to. The parents always argued and the mom treated the sick kid poorly at times. It was beyond stressful to be there for 12 hrs. Then a situation happened where I was treated like trash by the parents, and I was like yeah this house is not for me at all. My supervisor respected my decision to leave and was totally understanding. The other houses I've been to have been perfectly fine though. The families are usually very grateful to have you! Sometimes there are environments that are a hot mess but you have the freedom to decide if you want to work there or not.

[@inhistorystorytelling5776]

Wow. I would love to work as a HHA or CNA to help take care of kids.

[@acdot]

Always take care of yourself. Don't feel that you have to be there for the "patient" driven by the fear that if you don't help them then no one will. They're toxic to everybody.

[@jonimarie09]

I've been a home health RN Casemanager for 6 years and have worked for small and large agencies. You can find full time positions with benefits but typically those are RN case manager positions. Lots of perdiem positions available. There are unskilled agencies with low acuity patients typically medicaid with lots of home supervisory visits and skilled agencues typically Medicare. Rn home health responsibilities can be immense especially when working for a medicare agency. Medicare patients tend to be older and higher acuity with Picc lines, trach care, woundvacs, labdraws, catheters, ostomies, chest tubes etc. The documentation requirements are high with Oasis, ROC, Recerts. I spend a lot of time delivering pt care in the home and documenting after the visit especially with new admissions. You have to make a lot of phone calls to doctors, social workers, PT, OT, ST, POA's etc for orders, changes in condition, order clarifications. On call for my agency is every 4-5 weeks for 7 days. I've had to make home visits in the middle of the night on occasion. The agency expects me to work the entire weekend, granted every agency is different. I typically see 6-7 pts per day which is a lot when your driving from house to house. Some days are smooth and I'll get home in 6 hrs. Other days work is crazy busy and I get home after working for 10hrs. There is a high turnover rate burnout is real. I recommend starting out partime and asking good interview questions, regarding mileage reimbursements, expected number of pt visits per day, is there an on call rotation, how many nurses are employed in the agency etc. Your schedule is relatively flexible depending on pt needs. Part time nurses have the freedom to decline assignments not so for the full time nurses.

[@lindaknott491]

Family members leave dishes and tubs unclean and want to clean up

[@TVyVan]

@@jonimarie09 Thank you so much for taking the time to describe about the difference between the different types of work requirements for a home health nurse.

[@andreablodgett2755]

Yesss! I just started home health care and I’m loving it! I’m a new mom too! Great video! Very helpful! Some of the comments you said I am noticing myself. All very true and also good heads up for me as it’s a whole new world from hospital nursing.

[@sincerelysunshine1968]

I’m going into second year of nursing in Toronto, Canada. Glad I found your channel. Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@chrismurphy3411]

It is no surprise that family members hit on you. You are gorgeous!

[@roudiamondgh92]

I work in home care, but on the rehab side (speech therapy). I've been thinking of doing a series on my channel about home care. Thanks for posting this.

[@Shellz194]

Ooo, that sounds interesting. Do it girl!!

[@jenniferwilson1689]

Great Video! Mercy Great tips I will keep in mind. You sound like me about families having dogs. I’m the same way ! Thanks for Sharing!!👍🏾

[@rivkag4669]

Mercy, thank you for sharing everything with us! I think I'm about to go into home health after 15 years of acute care positions (including leadership). I resonate with your reasons, such as avoiding the politics, the autonomy, and just enjoying other people and their lives (for those patients in which you can) in a more relaxed environment for them. Love your beautiful spirit, and although your make-up is incredible, your natural beauty don't need it. God has blessed you richly and may He continue to do so.

[@PageK26]

I'm in nursing school now and your videos are definitely helping

[@janalively1773]

Omg girl you said it!! Bullies, politics. Drama NO THANKS!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MalikaBourne]

Excellent job of telling the way it is. I'm a retired RN - One of many jobs was providing home care under all kind of situations. the most unique situation was a college student ina dorm room on a venitlator and straw controlled wheelchair. Little did I know that my healthy, athlectic adult son would become severely disabled when I was ready to to retire. I already knew the flip side when we have had home nursing cna's in the home. I'll leave it at that except to say family and friends think it is so easy to hire an agency and have everything work well.

[@missb6064]

What health career path should a person consider if they're bad at math? Yet above cna

[@bryanrussell45214]

I like the video! home health care is something I've never gotten into before being working in the nursing home, but I am moving to a different state and willing to give this a try. The ability to make your own schedule is what amazes me!

[@therealkeyah770]

Same here!! I’ve done nursing homes for 3 years and hospital for 9 months currently moving in a few wks and thinking about trying home healthcare!

[@FeminineVibez]

Great video!!! I’m considering home health. This video gave me a lot to think about 💯

[@pbostler]

I'm a non-medical home health aide. I work part time and out of town. What I like about home health is being in clients' homes since I myself am a home body. I like one-on-one care. Pets, yes, I'm fine with pets. I had a client that I worked had three dogs that I walked. First day there, one dog got out of her collar and ran! Praise the Lord I caught her. Smoking clients...I am sensitive to cigarettes, especially in doors. I had smoking clients despite telling agency no. These clients were so sweet, so I stayed with assignment. So I guess smoking is something negative in home care. I have not had a client who has medical marijuana card yet. That will be interesting especially for smoking. ☺. Yes, drive time is stressful, especially when taking clients to appointments. Going to appointments can be stressful if there clients that take more time to get ready. Then traffic and getting to the appointment on time. And often you use the client's car, so it takes time to adjust to each car. Yes, like you, I like meeting clients in their own homes. Yes, with split shifts are good for running errands or picking up another client. I hope to pick up more clients in rural areas.

[@pbostler]

@@mercygonoRN 💙. I'm very passionate about Home Care. And sometimes people don't even realize there are non-medical home health aides. I've been in training sessions mixed with nurses that didn't even know about people like me. In my state basically non-medical means you do almost everything except vital signs. I've even changed wound bandages . Basically you're just not getting paid what the people who have certifications are getting paid. And that's okay. If I decide to go back to get my certification I will. I don't know if I'll ever go through nursing school but that's another long story. LOL

[@rosesrforever6198]

Mercy I agree with everything you said. In home care there is flexibility in your schedule and it's like you're your on boss. On every level you made good points. 👍👍🌹🌹😀.

[@200Nora]

Where is that heaven? It has avoided me for the last 6 years of HH service.

[@asinamesemo5645]

I’m starting nursing course in September and your video is really helping me

[@JaSp78]

Lots of great info to consider. Non nursing related, love the makeup :)

[@Mayrita77]

Your hair is to die for! I love it

[@melissachaparro6875]

I was having a hard time choosing from lvn or rn and after this video I have decided LVN it is!!

[@1atypicall]

Sold! You’ve helped me make my decision. Thank you, thank you 💕.

[@Atur1985]

I’m a new RN and it was my first job and I love it. You do have to be confident because you are on your own.

[@alisonrobertsbsnrntoxgodde524]

Amazing video! This has really helped me consider this field ❤️

[@nordiasmith2787]

Hello Mercy just start watching from two weeks ago and I love watching your videos I learnt a lot, am a Geriatric Nurse and your tips help. Thanks am from Jamaica although they are different rules in some country.

[@simbathecub79]

Amazing! You are so good at what you know and do😊💓

[@Erika_A.]

Great tip thanks so much for the explanation. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Kat_Beezy]

After working in AL facility for 3 months & dealing with the drama, I went back to private duty & I’m sticking to it! I enjoy one on one caretaking & not worried about the call pendants going off at once (because the lazy coworkers don’t want to help)! I also don’t have to deal with racing to grab an available walkie from the previous shift!

[@awakenede4485]

Thank you for this beautiful! I needed this because I literally start my class tomorrow lol

[@catdogmom155]

As far as going into bad neighborhoods, thankfully my company actually has security guards that can escort you into homes in not so great neighborhoods if you’d like. My company does have benefits for full time nurses. I don’t have complete control over my schedule though. I have to see at least 6 patients a day and I’m assigned these patients daily. However, I do control what time in the day I see those 6 patients. I wish I had got into visiting nursing sooner in my nursing career.

[@denisethompson1257]

I worked in a neighborhood called Pine Hills. It is jokingly called Crime Hills. I went in with an open mind though it was good for awhile. I thought we had a repore with my client. Then there were three shootings in about a three month period ,one right on her street. Then all of a sudden when BLM started she became very verbally hostile to me being white. I told my agency that it was time to leave her. I got the standard you have to give 2 weeks notice to leave a client. I know other caregivers who have been sent into unsafe and extremely dirty houses and told the same thing. Where does our safety come into play

[@OCEANCORA]

Thank you fellow nurse!🙏

[@095jadey]

This was so helpful. Great video

[@yadiraortiz1743]

Great presentation and I agree with you. I've spent one week doing visits and I think I love it!

[@inhistorystorytelling5776]

In New York City there are some pretty good agencies out there that have unions and benefits. A person just have to make sure they choose a good agency to work as a Home Health Aide.

[@sarajosh7261]

Oh my God, you are helping. I got offer today and it is the first time for me , thank you . I am new for your channal, i think i have to go to your videos to get some helpfull info

[@nicholecupo6674]

I think for me I realize that they are the vulnerable adult, but I naturally worry about safety! Starting a home health job soon.

[@dailyliving-withbarbara5769]

That's great,I pray that it goes well for you.

[@favoritesfavorites8334]

Your explanations are really good, great video

[@rhondagreer6282]

Thank you Mercy for your video. You have made me aware of many things and thoughts to make my final decision on my journey of Nursing or Surgical Technician.

[@highlyfavoredMG]

A lot of you are mixing up private duty nursing with visiting nursing.Both Homecare but 2 different things!

[@dmalane]

Really nice overview, thank you!

[@juliethuggins-downer5856]

This was a beautiful presentation.

[@Jen-qd7sc]

As a home health nurse what are you typically doing? IV med infusions? Blood draws? Wound changes? I’ve been a bedside nurse for 10+ years but want to know what a nurse does at the visit. Plus, how often do you insert a Foley catheter? Can I request smoke free homes as I can’t stand the smell of smoke.

[@rahmatoullahbah5230]

loved this, thank you so much!

[@favoritesfavorites8334]

I’m a nursing assistant and the family drama is soo true

[@angelicajohnson3146]

Thank you so much for this video you’re making my decision easier 💕

[@Byeleavemealone2]

Yess I’m starting I’m a medical assistant but I’m ready for this

[@uschicamamaluv1]

Yes hunny home care rules, lol! I very much prefer it

[@CNAlife-vr5nq]

I work at the hospital don't like the cliques but want to to home care independently just worried about the help of being a new nurse on the job

[@CNAlife-vr5nq]

Thanks very much

[@bijithomas3370]

@@mercygonoRN hi mercy, I found your videos beyond helpful particularly as it trying to pursue a career in home care. Did you find that once your company trained you and once you got used to everything, the job as a visiting nurse became much easier? I’m a new hire and I am a little nervous as there are so many new things for me to learn and I’m not exactly sure what to expect. Thank you.

[@toniagreen4780]

thanks mercy

[@juliannacorrales2451]

I found it very professional in depth. Cultural. Eyhnirc. Enlightening. Even though. I was just curious. To hear. Your. Speaking I

[@NurseShells]

I actually work for a home health care agency that does provide 401k, Health insurance, Dental, Vision, AND PTO!

[@200Nora]

Most agencies now offer some benefits. May not be as good as hospitals, but they do offer and vacation time too.

[@shellonebeckford996]

If it’s not too personal, which one is this?

[@Atur1985]

Yes my home health agency also covers all that. I love it

[@argen90]

What agencies do you guys recommend?

[@wolfgangkleiber5759]

same here. safe and prudent in Lawrence new York is the only way to go!

[@xxxnvssaxxx]

Love ya mercy 😊

[@Awele_2050.]

Hello mercy, I just want to compliment you for your presentable and beautiful looks.

[@200Nora]

I am an RN, so LPN do less documentation. Where do you work? In my 10 years of home health nursing, I have not to experience that much amount of flexibility. Some agencies make you clock in/out and others use programs that monitor your time. You have it really good!

[@missb6064]

What math do LPNs have to use

[@Badger117]

Thank you! Helped!

[@14bogota]

Thankyou!!you were very helpful .ireally ipreciate.

[@mercury2936]

Thank you so much for the information, it is hard to get to know a person who is working as a home care nurse in person.

[@cindyteasley7581]

This was so helpful!

[@patriciajesusisincontrolba5337]

Lovely

[@biga8034]

If your beautiful self can do home care imma give it a shot

[@marvinbugarin1870]

Sometimes working by your self is the best thing to do! You got it God damn right!! :D home health im in !! SNF may you rest in peace! :D

[@yongchenyu8746]

Thank you for your sharing ❤

[@Jenny-hk6eg]

Where did you get your African pendants from? I love it

[@rheasalez468]

hi it's nice to hear a video like this ,by the way you are very pretty what enthicity are you ,? Your skin is stunning , the pendent you have on kind of remind's me of my country which i am from guyana

[@RockPaperHuman]

I’m stuck in a new grad program right now but I want to get my foot in the door in home health. I don’t see much for new grads

[@chenaloyon9955]

thanks for this very informative video. i am new subscriber 😊

[@garciastargirl]

I just got a bad neighborhood and I dont know if I want to do the assignment, so what do I need to do?

[@fdpc517]

Hi I’m a new grad and was looking into home health for pediatrics. Do you think its a good idea to start in home health or is it better to start at a hospital?

[@autumnwinds8636]

If you refuse to see a patient, no matter what the reason, does it count against you with your agency?

[@josh_tes]

Hey Mercy, do you think it would be smart to do home health as a CNA during nursing school to see if I like it? I’ve been a CNA for 6 months doing patient transport in the hospital.

[@MT-px7re]

Hi thank you for this video, it is very helpful. What happens if you get a really bossy and controlling co-worker who comes along and tries to shift things around and make changes? Meanwhile you have been comfortable with your patient for three years and comfortable with the other aide who has been here for six years? But that aide left and now you're stuck with a controlling co worker?

[@miacai8859]

Thanks for your video! I am a nursing student and thinking about where to go after my graduation. I am very interested in home health nursing, but I am not sure if it is a good starting point for my whole nursing career journey? Some said once you start with home health nurse, you grow slowly, it is not like working in hospital setting where you can learn a lot in very short period of time. It that true? Thanks!

[@TheGHbeauty]

Are you still working in home health? I’m a newly registered nurse and right now I’m not finding anything at hospitals. Would you recommended that for a new grad?

[@thepinknurse_]

I love everything you said, but the biggest con for me is the charting. It’s endless! I’m per diem and that’s the only thing that is stopping me from going full time.

[@queenbutterfly4888]

What wig is that? So pretty!

[@J-Dawg-1]

I'm a home health nurse RN and my company HRS offers full benefits like medical, dental, vision, long term and short disability, life insurance, vacations, PTO, and tuition reimbursements.

[@iamshadowbanned699]

Hi Mercy. Can you conceal carry to protect yourself?

[@fatimadiallo6947]

Hey beautiful thanks

[@jennalatoyacarter-claxton5901]

Hi Mercy i'm now going and start home nursing class but i'm from Trinidad and Tobago do all the pros and cons apply

[@azurastarfire]

My home health agency has benefits, insurance, PTO all that 🤩

[@simonewilliams2192]

Hey... I love your videos❤️❤️ I’m a RN BSN going back to work after taking time off from having my twins..I need flexibility for my kids and Im thinking of HH! Are you in Florida? Are you full time with an agency or per DIEM with several agencies? If you are full time, how many visits are you required to complete per week...

[@EliPlaysTheSims]

The home health company I work for offers high pay with benefits including health insurance and PTO

[@mysticmiraclewhip8796]

I would’ve have been a cna right now but COVID happened and they haven’t let us know if we were getting certified or not🥺

[@carolynbraswell4359]

It should not matter if the patients or rich or poor. I do understand not Going into a dangerous situation in the neighborhood or anger family members Is a different manner.

[@vendelaluna510]

Do you need to provide incontinence care ? & how do you turn heavy patients when providing wound care?

[@aharrison3022]

How did you get over your fear of dogs? Do you ask your patients to put the dog away?

[@missb6064]

What health career path should a person consider if they're bad at math? Yet above cna

[@celibean55]

Can I ask you what the difference is between home health visits and shift work? I am very new to all of this. Thank you

[@merslifechronicles8677]

Can you do a video on trach care as a refresher and do you care for patients on vents?

[@temitolanilevi6715]

Good morning, do you get to live with some clients in other to provide care for them?

[@deniseheinemeyer9650]

Idaho home girl!

[@tiffanycampbell8441]

Hiii do u receive training as a home health nurse like when you’re in a hospital as you know the skills you gain in clinical are very limited vs when you actually graduate and start working and that would be a concern of mine going coming straight from school ?

[@mamsawah9255]

The agencies will train you. And if your not comfortable you can shadow other nurses...

[@Jenny-hk6eg]

How can you now get benefit if you work in home care? Private route?

[@homecomingqueen6776]

when you became an RN and continued to work in home care, did you do like a residency program in the hospital first and then go back to home care?

[@eara8426]

@Pips of Persia Please stop this....

[@200Nora]

Right now with the computerized electronic systems. I have started noticing the agencies are not responding to your calls, and communication amongst nurses and office/clinical support has decreased. I am a seasoned HHRN, but I am afraid the new nurses trying to get into this specialty are having a rough time making the transition. This problem, and the constant changes in the work culture and demands, is causing a lot of discouragement and nurses leaving in droves. That's why I became a travel nurse to free myself from some of those annoyances, if not all of them.

[@magatsheni]

What specialty do you travel on now?

[@200Nora]

@@magatsheni I am a HHRN still. However, I prefer to travel nurse than staff; still has it problems, but it is more doable for me.

[@magatsheni]

So when you travel, you go to another state per se and see different pts in those particular allocated counties and zip codes? So it means you HAVE to drive your car there no matter how far it is from your home?

[@200Nora]

@@magatsheni Yes, that's correct! I drive to different states within. the US, or I may get a contract in my state a few hours away from home to receive the tax free stipend. It is tiresome, but overall enjoyable lots of amazing views. I come home and take a long break before my next contract, or I take 1 or 2 weeks and extend.

[@juralove4444]

I want to be a neonatal/ pediatric nurse but I’m interested in home healthcare. Is it possible for me to do home healthcare for babies/toddlers only?

[@juralove4444]

Mercy Gono BSN, RN Thank you Mercy, I really appreciate it.

[@UmmmNoLol]

Yes! There are pediatric home care companies I currently work for one!

[@gisellgonzalez9410]

I’m currently working for a pediatric home health! There out there!

[@briannaallen9846]

I am getting a job becoming a (NAR) in home care and need some details on like what it is because from my understanding it's two levels below a CNA

[@TheMabes69]

I was offered a home health care job at Bayada for adults needing vent/trach care. $31/hr. To put this into perspective, I work psych in a hospital and make $54/hr with benefits. $63/hr on weekends. 3 years BSN.

[@rivkag4669]

Bayada is private duty not home health, right? Private duty is always less, you stay there the whole shift and likely work only about 10-25% of the time there?

[@Kodu-df9fl]

If your looking to becoming a Chha do not do it. Majority of clients think your their maid. Some think that you should be cleaning or doing anything just to stay busy during the whole shift. Aides don't get paid by the minute. Some clients are also very racists.

[@jacobmoss550]

So let’s say a home care pays 35$ a hour and you work per visit does that mean your hours don’t count? or you get paid by visit? I like the pro about being able to go shopping and go home when your not at a patients house is that shifts or visit?

[@eunicecherisier718]

Visit

[@janalively1773]

Do most home health/ hospice nurse work salary or hourly? I didn’t realize you could choose your schedule like mornings bs evenings, weekdays vs weekends. I’m really ready to leave bedside nursing!

[@Atur1985]

It depends on the agency. My agency offers both salary and per patient. No hourly.

[@catdogmom155]

My company pays hourly but i have interviewed at another that pays salary. I prefer getting paid hourly so I can get overtime :)