NURSEFLA

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1. I'm thinking about Quitting!! HELP!!

   NURSEFLA replied to NURSEFLA's topic in General Nursing

   Oh, I could be one of them, but then I would be just as miserable as they are. Most are young, single parents that need that job so they are too afraid to speak up. So, they smile to her face, and mumble behind her back, although, one or two, ha...

2. I'm thinking about Quitting!! HELP!!

   NURSEFLA replied to NURSEFLA's topic in General Nursing

   That's what IRKS me the most. She's got nurses working that have little to NO experience in PACU, cannot or will not titrate narcotics, have no clue how to manage an airway , yet they work while I sit at home or work another unit. Go figure!!

3. I'm thinking about Quitting!! HELP!!

   NURSEFLA replied to NURSEFLA's topic in General Nursing

   Thats the thing. Life's too short to be unhappy. The manager just called me on the phone (I'm off today) and wants me to work IV Therapy tomorrow. Its either work that or be cancelled.!!! So much for working in the PACU... And so it begins..........

4. I'm thinking about Quitting!! HELP!!

   NURSEFLA replied to NURSEFLA's topic in General Nursing

   Thats exactly what we did... that very day..I went to her office and "in tears" stated that it looked like I was going to have to quit and I wanted her to know why. We let her know about EVERYthing that has been going on, leaving out no details!! Th...

5. I'm thinking about Quitting!! HELP!!

   NURSEFLA posted a topic in General Nursing

   I have had a "wonderful" job in a small PACU for the past two and a half years. The hospital is great, supportive of nurses, and has great benefits. I only work part time but LOVE my fellow co-workers and have felt to finally "fit in" and work in a ...

6. I'm thinking about Quitting!! HELP!!

   NURSEFLA posted a topic in General Nursing

   I have had a "wonderful" job in a small PACU for the past two and a half years. The hospital is great, supportive of nurses, and has great benefits. I only work part time but LOVE my fellow co-workers and have felt to finally "fit in" and work in a ...

7. I quit today!

   NURSEFLA posted a topic in Ambulatory

   Just to give an update on the "New JOB"- I could not take it any more. This sitting around doing nothing was killing me!! I told the doc I appreciated him offering me the position but it just wasn't the right timing. When/if he ever got busy and s...

8. New Job, HELP!!

   NURSEFLA replied to NURSEFLA's topic in Ambulatory

   Thanks for the reply. I think the doctor knows that my days are numbered here. He sat down with me on Monday and basically said, "I know you don't like it here and I am willing to let you work when you want to" My problem is I can't just quit unt...

9. In my new job now....question about Doc/nurse ratio

   NURSEFLA replied to laurasc's topic in Ambulatory

   I am definitely not one to give advice on THIS subject but if you feel a need to vent, please email me and we can compare horror stories. you can email me at [email protected]

10. Please give me advice

    NURSEFLA replied to scrappergirl's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I was 28 years old, had a 3 year old and a 7 month old, divorced single mom. It was not easy, but it was very rewarding going to school every day knowing I was providing a better life for my children. I am now 45, kids are grown, and so glad I did i...

11. New Job, HELP!!

    NURSEFLA replied to NURSEFLA's topic in Ambulatory

    Addendum to NEW JOB: another situation is that the doc has two small children that come to work with him every day (with the wife). They are precious children ages 11 months and 4 years, but they cry and whine all day. Can be very nerve racking whe...

12. New Job, HELP!!

    NURSEFLA posted a topic in Ambulatory

    I need advice!! I just started working for a physician who is opening a new office. He hired me over several applicants. (who still call wanting my job). HOWEVEr, I have been working now for 5 weeks and I am not sure I have made the right decisi...