registered nurse - home health

registered nurse

regional account manager

compounder

pharmacy technician

Pentec Health

Pentec produces different IV solutions to treat numerous illness and conditions, however their most of their products treat renal failure. 

A typical workday requires very repetitive production work in a cleanroom setting. Utilizing a Pinnacle pump, one simply presses buttons and creates homogeneous mixtures for dialysis units. They are "prescription", but are essentially all the same, just adjusted depending on physiological factors.  

Depending on the Rph in charge of the cleanroom, the production environment can change drastically (for example, dead silence and being scolded if talking to another employee, but some Rph's walk up and crack jokes, not appropriate in a cleanroom), which is an inconsistency that always bothered me, but most people don't care. 

Free coffee. It will be brewed bright and early. Then it's go go go for non-management as your pace of mixing it factored into your performance review. Ironically, aseptic technique is also preached, yet speed and constant talking in the cleanroom environment tarnish that philosophy if one stops to think about it. 

The most enjoyable part of the job was simply not being in a cleanroom, where physically larger employees are forced to work with heavier Baxter and Fresenius bags in larger hoods - but receive no compensation compared to other production employees. 

Company favoritism and nepotism are strongly and visibly present in management. My manager was NOT one of those individuals, and would simply get trashed all the time behind his back. I had absolutely no experience in healthcare and got hired because I was friends with a Rph and needed a gig. 

Pentec does train it's production employees well however, and can turn a average joe off the street to a decent compounding technician if that individual posses any drop of aptitude. However, that is as far as that individual will ever hope to climb unless they grind for years to become a senior technician or lead technician. I was actually told by a supervisor "IF WE EVER DO PROMOTIONS AGAIN, you might be considered." Talk about a slap in the face. He then proceeded to promote a technician that simply left 2 months later. Favoritism and nepotism are relevant for advancement in this company, period.

I was so excited when I first got to this company being fresh out of school! I used to brag about retiring from this company 40 years from the day I started, but the old manager of pharmacy left and reality slowly sunk in. It should say opportunity for advancement for the people who the manager likes. So much favoritism in renal it's sad! It's not about how well you do your job but what counts is who you are friends with. If you have your own opinion about things you are labeled as negative. We are in a clean room for 7 hours out of a day with minimal breaks not to mention they do not want you to talk unless you are one of managements favorite. People who express thier opinions to management get written up, so much for open door policy?  You are definitely not allowed to be yourself at this company or at least in renal. I've seen pharmacist lie on people just to get them in trouble with management especially if they are having a bad day, misery loves company.  I'd have to say my coworkers are what makes it worth getting out of bed in the morning to go to a place that does not care if you have no errors they will promote who they like even of the person has an error every month. They hire friends of friends,  you don't even have to have any experience in pharmacy if you have a friend there you will be hired. Overworked and under appreciated is what you get when you come to pentec health. I know people need jobs and I'm grateful I have one but all I've seen in the last 2 years at this company I won't be here much longer. And don't get me started on how they treat the older techs the people who have paved the way and helped this company become what it is today are often pushed out once they reach a certain age (smh). I hope the CEO reads this maybe something can be done to make things go back yo the great company that it once was.

Pros:

Initially, the work-life balance was quite good, allowing for a decent blend of personal and professional life. However, this is gradually slipping away.
Cons:

New management is a significant issue. Many of the new managers are micromanagers with little real knowledge, but they come across as overly confident. This leads to frustration among staff.
A lack of consistency across different regions means some teams are experiencing a much better environment than others. It creates disparities within the company.
The company is losing a lot of talented staff, and at this rate, they will be losing many more within this year. This signals a bigger issue with retention and leadership effectiveness.
Upper management is ignoring the concerns that have been raised. Nurses and staff are done trying to fight for themselves, as it feels like no one is listening or taking action.
If you’re salaried, you’re treated like an hourly employee. Management tries to control your schedule as if you’re on an hourly wage, which undermines the value of a salaried position and adds unnecessary stress.

Brought on board with a "family-like atmosphere" promised and told it would be my "best job ever", and that they "worked with their nurses..and took the time and patience needed to help you be successful"....but that's not what happened.  The first few weeks were great . I loved the patients and the work and worked hard both at work and documenting in the EMR after going home. Nine weeks into orientation I was told I "wasn't where I should be in orientation" with no further explanation. I felt like every day I was taking a major exam, fearful to make any mistakes or fail ( lose my job) and was even put on "a plan" while still on orientation.  (Didn't know that was even possible!) One of my preceptors was very critical and controlling and the learning environment became so stressful I started dreading going to work.  I've been an RN for many years, most of those years in ER, OR and Patient Education but never experienced anything quite like this.

This job was the worst. The supervisor did not want to train you how to do your job correctly, she was unavailable to me for questions and would get annoyed when I asked her one. She was too busy socializing with other employees.  My first few weeks I literally sat for hours waiting on someone to give me directions on what to do.  Other department managers seemed to be professional however insurance department not at all. Very unreal expectations after they don't train you they want your to learn the job while sitting with someone for an hour. The lead insurance coordinator talked down to me and other employees, was belittling and at times ignorant. Going to Hr is frowned upon in this "open door" environment. Do not recommend this place unless you can take lots of stress in your life. I asked for more training this was denied by my supervisor.  Very hush hush environment.

As a health care provider, I am very satisfied with my job at Pentec.  The company cares about the patients as much as they do their staff. The company always strives to be the best and allow its providers to give top-notch care to the patients. Educational updates is provided often and continuing education is always encouraged. The management team is large, but very successful in achieving goals! The hardest part is when a patient passess...the best... is knowing I was able to help them improve their life and provide comfort.

I currently work at Pentec’s corporate headquarters. It’s very evident that Pentec cares about their employees; the company does its best to make people feel happy and appreciated with various perks & events. There are also many programs in place to ensure that workers can give feedback and be recognized for a job well done. In my experience, supervisors are helpful and want you to be successful. The executive team communicates regularly with employees so that everyone knows where the company is heading. Overall, Pentec is a patient-centered company that provides a friendly, team-oriented working environment.

Work environment was demanding and exciting yet enjoyable.  Technical staff was supportive and greatly appreciated.  Physician, patients, nursing clinical interaction was professionally satisfying.  Salary and management advancement was available and encouraged.  Hiring of new manager created difficulties from previous work history.  Unresolvable personality conflicts.

No communication, no room for advancement unless they want to take advantage of you in another Dept under the guise of "training". We have been bleeding employees for the past year and they refuse to hire anyone (unless they are family members of someone who already works there) morale has gone steadily down since I started because the people that actually work are tired of seeing others that do nothing all day walk around and and nothing is done about them because they are favorites. Pentec will burn you out fast!

This is a high volume sterile compounding pharmacy - a professional environment that emphasizes patient care and goes above and beyond to ensure high quality compounded preparations.  The work is fast paced but the environment is welcoming and your feel part of the team from your first day.  The most enjoyable part of the job is knowing you are making a difference in people's lives.  


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