insubordination

teeituptom, BSN, RN · Mar 19, 2007

Dont know if that is insubordinate, it doesnt sound like your wisest choice though

Halinja, BSN, RN · Mar 19, 2007

Sounds a wee bit insubordinate....or at least guaranteed to anger her. An angry person is seldom willing to compromise. I'm thinking there might be a more diplomatic way to address whatever issues might be at stake.

TazziRN, RN · Mar 19, 2007

I would consider that insubordination

burn out · Mar 19, 2007

I think you have to refuse to do something to be insuboridnate or not take a direct order. Like they might say"Are you refusing to float, or take your assignment." I think with what you stated they may get you for creating a hostile work environment.

Gromit · Mar 20, 2007

Technically burn_out is right. You have to refuse to do something. Though saying what you're writing is probably enough to get them angry enough to make it a moot point :) If you've already said it, then its time to do damage control if you can -and thats not always possible. I'm known for speaking my mind, but many times I take a deep breath (or three) when I'm upset before saying anything -because of just such a problem. :)

Overland1, RN · Mar 20, 2007

Stating such a comment (i.e., that "u" are fed up with her, etc.) will probably set your case (and your cause) back about a bazillion years.

Try a more constructive (and less antagonistic) approach, and see how that works. :)

allantiques4me · Mar 20, 2007

Just a quick question....what are some things that would constitute being written up for insubordination? What about telling your boss that u are fed up with her and so is everyone else on the unit??

Im not sure if thats insubordination,but its sounds kind of disrespectful.I guess It would depend on the way it was communicated .maybe it should be presented to her in a documented form, also with the opinions of the other staff you mentioned.

Heloisea3 · Mar 20, 2007

I don't know if that is considered insubordination by your employer, but it is unprofessional and shows a lack of communication skills. Try taking some deep breaths and think of a different way to deal with the situation which won't burn any bridges or come back to bite you later. You will be glad you did. I hope things work out for you.

damarystx · Mar 20, 2007

insubordination is to oppose or defy established authority...so I would think it would lay more in the realm of refusing to do something requested of you...I could be wrong though...

UM Review RN, ASN, RN · Mar 20, 2007

Just a quick question....what are some things that would constitute being written up for insubordination? What about telling your boss that u are fed up with her and so is everyone else on the unit??

Dang, I just spit my Coke all over the screen and woke my DH up laughing my socks off.

So, short answer to your question.... yeah, that'd qualify. (Even if it was true.)

P_RN, ADN, RN · Mar 20, 2007

Ms Wiki has this to say:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insubordination

Insubordination is the act of a subordinate deliberately disobeying a lawful order. Insubordination is typically a punishable offence in hierarchical organizations which depend on people lower in the chain of command to do as they are told. The term does not cover behaviours like bad work ethics, voicing complaints, or refusing to perform an action that is not safe, ethical, or legal. However, the person may well be accused of insurbordination in such a case.

Subordinate means under the supervision of another. So the answer to your question is maybe yes, maybe no. But stating your point as you did will NOT win you favour with your boss.