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I've had ENOUGH (vent)

It used to be funny that people that were unfamiliar with healthcare would tell me that pursuing nursing was great because it was a "recession proof job", NOW, it's irritating.

I have NEVER witnessed such unprofessionalism from managers and DONs. TWICE in my nursing career have I applied to jobs, where I was interviewed, offered the job verbally (NOW I know better), given a background check and drug test, then told after calling back to follow up, that the person that was quitting decided not to and that they would keep my application. Is this a SICK joke? I know better not to get my hopes up after the first time, but twice?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??! And the DON didn't even have the audacity to CALL me and let me know, instead of leaving me hanging in false hopes. You don't know how hard it is for me to not call back and say HOW DARE YOU, especially in these times.

What's more is that I feel stuck in a doctor's office making the wage of an LVN although I was verbally told they would increase my pay. No one's words are good for anything these days. Seriously. I want everything in a written contract. Now, due to budget cuts, it is impossible. I know a lot of you will say I'm blessed to have a job, but not when I feel hopeless and exploited.

And ANGRY. Just waiting. And waiting. And waiting.

I am applying everywhere and have even entertained the idea of relocating.

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    What's more is that I feel stuck in a doctor's office making the wage of an LVN although I was verbally told they would increase my pay.

    Could be worse.... I think an LVN's salary is better than NO salary. :uhoh3:

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    No one's words are good for anything these days. Seriously. I want everything in a written contract. Now, due to budget cuts, it is impossible.

    I am applying everywhere and have even entertained the idea of relocating.

    True, it sure would be nice to have everything said in form of a written contract! What you have been through, sucks, but I do believe that things happen for a reason. God may have bigger things planned for you in the near future. Don't lose faith!

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    Oh boy, I can definitely relate!!! I think it's HORRIBLE how so-called "professionals" are treating applicants, and it makes me furious! I feel so bad for you. I know it is frustrating. I hope something great comes along.

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    I echo the thought of being careful of what you send out. I think it should be done, because of the state of affairs for today. It is not fair to waste anyone's time because time is MONEY. But, the letter should be calm...say something like "I looked forward to being employed at your agency/facility/clinic (whatever it is) and expected to hear from you but didn't. I hope to be considered for the next available position..." something to that effect.

    You NEVER know...I'd rather that they sort of forgot who I was so I can repeat if I had to than to be remembered for sending a scathing letter that can be targeted in a negative way at a later date. Other than that, I do understand how you feel. It is frustrating.

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    Have you ever thought about working in home health? I'm sure there are some agencies in your area looking for good lpns'.

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