I'm an RN

[TLJ911]

Hmm.. just thought of another question. I *may* (fingers, toes, everything crossed) be getting a transplant in January. I'm a Registered Nurse and have been working part time while doing PD for the past year. Can I continue to be an RN after a transplant? I work on the maternity floor so not dealing with sick patients, but we have a LOT of visitors. Since starting PD, my unit has been really supportive about letting me schedule my own hours and not take care of any isolation patients but what happens after my transplant? Also, I know everyone goes back to work in their own time and I've heard anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months but I have a pretty physical job. FMLA only covers 12 weeks, so do you quit and hope there's a position when you come back? Ugh, so much to think about.

[amanda100wilson]

Initially you will be fairly highly immuno-suppressed, so need to be more careful.  Your transplant unit should advize you on how long you need to stay away from crowds.  However, I do not think your situation is unusual, since people travel on public transport after transplants to get to work, where there is much more exposure yo large numbers of people.

[jeannea]

You can't live in a bubble. I would think you could still be a nurse. No patients with c. diff since that can really get you. I would think you need permission to lift a certain amount before you go back to work. Maybe your supervisor can advise you on the rules. Good luck!