First time post for me, so hope this works right. I am a 51 year old nurse (30 years since graduation) who was just diagnosed with breast cancer - had a bilateral mastectomy 1 week ago. Two of five lymph nodes were positive. Bone scan negative. Will see the oncologist in two weeks. Have many other tests before then. I work in a clinic setting as the on call outpatient nurse, doing lots of shots -allergy, B12, kids shots, etc and then a lot of walk in type work - strep ID, UTI, ? pregnancy.
I was told today that they are setting me up for my 12 weeks of medical leave - boss had talked with OSHA and because of my almost continuous exposure to the infections in the clinic, they recommended relieving me of my duties for the time being. I know I need to recuperate, and I know that chemo is not going to be fun, but what do you guys think about this? I don't want to use up my leave before I'm able to come back to work...
Specializes in Assisted Living nursing, LTC/SNF nursing.
Gail, am glad to hear your doing fairly well with all you've had on your "plate". Am also sorry to hear of losing your job but, the attitude you are taking is an excellent example of the Spiritual power of recovery. I believe there is a divine plan for all and you're recognition of that will see you through this. Take care of yourself, rest, and my prayers are with you.
Gail I am so glad you stopped in to let us know how you were doing. Rest Rest Rest. I wanted you to know I just accepted a head nurse position on an oncology unit and am looking forward to starting on 9/2.
IowaKaren
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Gail, am glad to hear your doing fairly well with all you've had on your "plate". Am also sorry to hear of losing your job but, the attitude you are taking is an excellent example of the Spiritual power of recovery. I believe there is a divine plan for all and you're recognition of that will see you through this. Take care of yourself, rest, and my prayers are with you.