Had a busy day on the floor and lost my temper with a difficult (mean to staff) patient. Anyhow, I swore at patient (not a major verbal tirade ... instead, a two line sentence with an explicitive).
Another nurse immediately relieved me (per manager) for the shift.
Yes, I was wrong and accept responsibility for my actions. I have been asked to take some time off from the hospital pending a disciplinary decision on their part.
My question to the allnurses board. Is this a reportable offense to the BON? If so, what kind of discipline can I expect from them? Will I loose my license?
I've been a nurse for three years now and this is the first time I have ever lost my temper like this. Yes, I am extremely distraught over this, and have sought professional (mental) counseling.
Has anyone out there experienced this same scenario?
leslie :-D
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i suppose this would be 'reportable' since it seems to fall under professional misconduct.
but you don't know IF you're going to be reported, correct?
i'm so sorry this happened.
we all empathize, i'm sure.
short of asking your nm directly whether s/he reported you, it may just turn into a waiting game.
i'm glad you sought counselling.
in the meantime, take responsibility for the brief meltdown and go forward.
wishing you the best of everything.
leslie