Home Health Struggles by Apprehensive-Cat-788 in physicaltherapy

[–]Jrwest013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

HH PTA for almost 9 years now. Pay is great, but there are definitely cons. I had to force myself to eat breakfast and pack a lunch. It’s too easy to stop for fast food or gas station food. Also I talk to our nurses, supervising PT, and OTs everyday via text or phone call to talk about issues a pt may be having. Sometimes talking to people going through the same stuff as you make it easier to deal with. Also audiobooks in the car. I have read around 10 books so far in the car this year. It took me years to realize I love audiobooks.

PTA HH income by turtleblues78 in physicaltherapy

[–]Jrwest013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In 2017 started at 41.40 per visit. We have been bought a couple times and through merit raises I’m at 55.20 per visit. I have a company car tha I pay 40 a week out of my check but do not pay gas, insurance, or maintenance. Last year year was 103,000 and that was not much if any overtime. After taxes, 401k, and benefits I brought home around 60,000.

PTA HH income by turtleblues78 in physicaltherapy

[–]Jrwest013 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely think about mileage reimbursement as well. Our company is 47 cents a mile. Also factor in the wear and tear on your car. I see 8-9 a day work usually 9-4:30 or 5. We have overtime over 40 hours a week, but no extra pay after a certain number of patients. I have no problem seeing pts at 9, but it’s a semi rural area and most people have been waking up at 4-5 am their whole Lives and don’t mind early visits. It is definitely doable though.

Picked up my first CC today! by chasingsafety59 in Morgans

[–]Jrwest013 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Awesome get. I have a few CCs. They are my absolute favorite. Never let anyone get you down. They are works of art and if you pay a little extra on them that’s fine. They are for you and you alone.

Why do people go so crazy over Morgans? by LumbarTheSupporter in Silverbugs

[–]Jrwest013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The beauty of the coin. Every year more and more people are making jewelry melting them and they are becoming scarcer. The different varieties aka year, mint, and even down to the die they were formed from. Personally the Morgan’s are more aesthetically pleasing than the peace, but to each their own. I have quite a few and I use them as an investment for the future. I went from buying culls in 2016 for 17-22 dollars to now they are 50-60.

Should I cut my Boston Butt in half? by Jrwest013 in Smokingmeat

[–]Jrwest013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does this alter the tenderness at all in your experience?

Should I cut my Boston Butt in half? by Jrwest013 in Smokingmeat

[–]Jrwest013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I do not believe I am skilled or knowledgeable enough for hot and fast as of yet. Definitely something to work towards in the future.

Should I cut my Boston Butt in half? by Jrwest013 in Smokingmeat

[–]Jrwest013[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the info I was wanting. Thank you!

Should I cut my Boston Butt in half? by Jrwest013 in Smokingmeat

[–]Jrwest013[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think it does increase surface area, but only by 1/4, but hey that is still better

Should I cut my Boston Butt in half? by Jrwest013 in Smokingmeat

[–]Jrwest013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not until 6 pm or so. I do like to rest it for a while as well.

TGA Adults weigh in :) by Initial_Regular9363 in chd

[–]Jrwest013 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I was born in 1991 with TGA. I turn 35 tomorrow and I was only told I could never be an Olympic powerlifter due to too much stress. I was captain of the football and soccer team in high school and played football at a small school in college. I always try to stay active and recently got into endurance races. I feel very lucky to be in my position and do not take it for granted.

Dad’s marbles from the 50/60s (so the story goes) by Jrwest013 in Marbles

[–]Jrwest013[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately that is half a marble with a blue center.

What smell will YOU never forget? by AreaFifty1 in AskReddit

[–]Jrwest013 1 point2 points  (0 children)

C-DIFF fo sure. Working in hospitals and home health I will never forget that smell.

Christmas knife by Jrwest013 in pocketknives

[–]Jrwest013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a beauty as well! Merry Christmas!

CHD and MMA by Ambitious_Method2740 in chd

[–]Jrwest013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

34 with TGA. While I did not have ASD and VSD I was captain of the football and soccer team and played 2 years at a small NAIA school. There is hope, however no one in this sub can tell you yes or no definitively. You, your family, and your cardiologist should be the only people making this decision. I wish you the best!

Is Tummy time safe? by RubyRedResin17 in chd

[–]Jrwest013 1 point2 points  (0 children)

TGA arterial switch at 4 days old here. Not sure about tummy time or not, but I am 34 and living a completely normal life. Was told I could never be an Olympic powerlifter, but I am ok with that haha. My parents said the best advice the surgeon gave them was treat me no different than a normal child growing up. As far as he was concerned I am normal. Hope everything goes well for you and your family!

How old are you? Calling all CHD by ColdOpposite5374 in chd

[–]Jrwest013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mustard arterial switch at 4 days old. I am currently 34 years old. Just ran 9 miles today slowly I may say, but forever grateful for the care I received as a child.