It is essential that you establish a line of communication with the agency’s management. If you experience any problems with the patient, you will need to communicate the problems with the agency’s management. Management will then make the changes where necessary. If there is a problem, do not wait to address your concerns to the agency’s management. If a problem does not get addressed, it will probably continue and could possibly get worse. Open communication with the agency’s management will prevent any unnecessary stress.

You also need to establish a line of communication with the patient. You should have a formal conversation with the patient every week to discuss what is going well and what needs improvement. Frequently communicating with the patient is a great way to ensure the success of your relationship. You and your patient will feel more comfortable asking questions and expressing any concerns to each other. You should only agree to things that you are comfortable with. For example, if you do not want to work overnight shifts, be honest with the patient.

During each weekly conversation, you should take notes and send them to the agency. This way, everyone involved will be entirely aware of any worries you may have. If you feel that the line of communication you have with the patient is not effective, you should ask the agency to reassign you to another patient.