Putting in my letter of resignation today

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I came to the official decision after working 60 hour weeks, and work becoming my life. I spoke up once and now my boss has been making my life h ell. My cases are the most difficult, they made my productivity go up for less money. I'm crying everyday and having panic attacks.

I called out Friday because I had no one to watch my 5 year old. I heard all heck broke lose. I don't need that.

I'm taking a big leap of faith being I don't have a full time job lines up. Just a per diem job.

But I want my life back. I want to sleep again. I want to play with my DD when I'm home. I want to not decline invitations because I have charting. I don't want to be scared when I'm being sent I to areas where drive by's have occurred.!!

It's time. Please, send me some prayers.

Specializes in ICU.

Thanks for all the encouraging words and support.

It went surprisingly well. My boss understood and said she always respected is for mothers and knows my daughter is the most important to me and that it is the right decision to me. Luckily I did this when 2 new people were hired already. I have the largest caseload, so I gave 4 weeks to make it a smooth transition and to get paid for all my time.

When my ex h and I decided to start a family we decided together I work my current job which was ICU, per diem 2 nights a week so I could mostly be home. I had his benefits. Then then he decided to leave me for his affair partner when our Dd was 6 months old so I had to go back full time. I've been struggling these past 5 years to find a position that works with my situation. Not easy in nursing.

As scary as it is, I'm quite relieved. Something good will come my way.

Specializes in Oncology (research).

Positive thoughts, prayers and energy are going out to you. I recently left a job for the same reason; although I felt appreciated. However, I'm a single mom and wanted to be there more for my DD and I wanted to put more time into my health (after all I am not getting younger). I also recently completed my MSN so I took a new job. I like the new job, but its not exactly what I wanted and certainly less stressful. I do find myself bored at times and really want to use my education and experience for a job I love, but right now I love leaving on time, being able to be late without worrying that nobody is covering my clinic etc. etc. etc.

Just remember why you quit and take the time to do those things you wanted and to really think about what type of job you want and what you are willing to do for that job. Best of luck.

Specializes in critical care, ER,ICU, CVSURG, CCU.

i just got tired of working 60 and paid for forty.........three to four hrs some days of non productive drive time ( very rural setting) i totally understand :)

Specializes in ICU.
i just got tired of working 60 and paid for forty.........three to four hrs some days of non productive drive time ( very rural setting) i totally understand :)

This is exactly it! I'm working 60 hours a week but I'm not getting paid for it. I took a big pay cut for this job. I barely make my bills. It's like I make only $15 an hour.

Mom, any luck on a better position? Have been thinking about you, hope you're doing well!

Specializes in ICU.

Thanks for checking in lovin!

Well, it's been quite an experience. Friday was my last day full time. I was convinced to stay on per diem and it is the wise move as I don't have a full time position yet.

In my last week there was a roller coaster. My coworker including my boss are actually really going to miss me and begged me to stay! And took me out for dinner and drinks. One even actually cried , an MSW, who said " you're the only one in this place who keeps me sane". Throughout the company I was wished luck and was complimented highly which made me feel very good.

Of course it was do visit and catch up on paperwork week. Omg. I had hours upon hours. And my second to last days was given 2 SOC 's, husband and wife. Do u think I've touched this paperwork? No, I have to do it tonight. I don't know how they expected me to complete totally paper charted 2 SOC's in one day. On Friday night at 8pm I was on the phone for a half an hour with the md for these 2 patients. Which solidifies my decision not to do this full time anymore. My personal time is valuable to me and I want it back.

I'm a bit nervous without a full time position. I did actually work for my new per diem company last weekend and it was great! Easy and stress free! I'm not working this week, but next week I will be working a conversion at a major hospital in my area and i am looking forward to it. They are trying to get me on a different project too.

I'm also applying to my local hospital for a part time position. Part time for benefits I can do. I can do 2 shifts, not 3. So im hoping something good like PaCU come up! ( I really want to work PACU if I work bedside)

I'm going to keep faith I made the right decision for me and my daughter and that I find something more steady before I run out of money!

It sounds like even PRN you will have as much work as you want. Good luck in the other jobs you've applied for. You've made the right decision for sure.

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