Marianna5

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   Am I a coward for going on FMLA due to COVID?

   Marianna5 replied to ML1376's topic in Disasters

   Very good point about military and nurses!

   • Yesterday
   • 60 replies
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   Time off of work if high risk-FMLA, PTO, etc.?

   Marianna5 replied to SleepyRN's topic in Disasters

   Good idea. Thank you!

   • Monday
   • 11 replies
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   Am I a coward for going on FMLA due to COVID?

   Marianna5 replied to ML1376's topic in Disasters

   Hello, I understand your feelings. I had chemotherapy 2 years ago. I don't believe my immune system will sustain constant onslaught of the viral exposure working without proper PPEs. I am turning my 2 week notice in. I can afford to be out of work for a few months but I will need a job. I would like to take FMLA instead of resignation to figure things out (not sure if I am qualified and how to get it). I hope there will be the test for antibody available soon or they finally start mass producing PPEs. Stay safe!

   • Monday
   • 60 replies
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   Time off of work if high risk-FMLA, PTO, etc.?

   Marianna5 replied to SleepyRN's topic in Disasters

   Does anybody know what qualifies you for FMLA ? I had a chemotherapy 2 years ago but stable currently. Will call my oncologist tomorrow to find out about it but he is not a compassionate kind and probably will deny any assistance for me to go on FMLA.

   • Monday
   • 11 replies
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   Considering Quitting my Job

   Marianna5 replied to Marianna5's topic in Disasters

   Thank you for your response. I don't think it is going to work because we are in a crisis situation and CDC released this bandanas/scarves guidelines...

   • Mar 27
   • 41 replies
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   Considering Quitting my Job

   Marianna5 replied to Marianna5's topic in Disasters

   Thank you, guys. I still don't know what to do. Older mom here with young kids and immunocompromised health. In a few months it will be either apocalyptic situation here or the government gets things under certain control, producing PPE for healthcare workers, increased testing, etc.

   • Mar 27
   • 41 replies
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   Considering Quitting my Job

   Marianna5 replied to Marianna5's topic in Disasters

   I am thinking how to word the reason for leaving.

   • Mar 27
   • 41 replies
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   Considering Quitting my Job

   Marianna5 posted a topic in Disasters

   I just read new updates on our PPE policy - no N95 masks for taking care of covid patients except for certain procedures. Last time I worked we were still allowed to wear N95 (one per shift). I am turning my 2 week notice in... Do you think there will be repercussions for your license of quitting the job in this time even with 2 weeks notice?

   • Mar 27
   • 41 replies
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   • • Quitting
     • Covid 19
     • Ppe
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   Coronavirus and Pay

   Marianna5 replied to Marianna5's topic in Disasters

   Thank you. I tried to discuss with coworkers about our pay if we get sick, lack of PPE, etc. It was not received well, I was told it is a part of the job and I knew what I was getting into when choosing nursing. I see a lot of cavalier attitudes among nurses right now. The reality is healthcare is a business like any other. There will be some unlucky ones who get very sick.

   • Mar 22
   • 39 replies
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    Covid-19 is Quite Unpleasant: A Personal Testimony

    Marianna5 replied to anewmanx's topic in Disasters

    I am so glad you guys have recovered! We need to hear it. The fear of unknown is just building up. I think it is the best for people in healthcare - to get it and get over it. So far the consensus is that there is immunity after the illness.

    • Mar 17
    • 21 replies
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    Covid-19 is Quite Unpleasant: A Personal Testimony

    Marianna5 replied to anewmanx's topic in Disasters

    I am glad you are all feeling better! Thank you for posting this.

    • Mar 17
    • 21 replies
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    Coronavirus and Pay

    Marianna5 replied to Marianna5's topic in Disasters

    Sorry, I am feeling very stressed out right now. My husband works at the ED. I am a cancer survivor. We do have mortgage, etc. I do believe the employers should offer not only reassurance but pay increase depending on work load and workman's compensation for people who get sick.

    • Mar 17
    • 39 replies
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    Coronavirus and Pay

    Marianna5 replied to Marianna5's topic in Disasters

    Schools are closed. I am loosing a babysitter. She feels it is too risky to watch our kids and come to our house. Grandparents are not watching our kids any longer for their own safety. I reached the point where I don't care about the money and the job. My biggest fear is if we both get sick, who is going to take care of the kids?

    • Mar 17
    • 39 replies
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    Coronavirus and Pay

    Marianna5 posted a topic in Disasters

    Hello Everybody, I expect the working conditions to deteriorate soon. I do not feel we are compensated enough for what this epidemic will bring. My childcare cost will go up providing anybody wants to watch my kids knowing I take care of very sick people. Please share your thoughts on this topic. Thank you.

    • Mar 17
    • 39 replies
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    • • Covid 19
      • Compensation
      • Hazard Pay