Laine

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  1. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I'm retiring at the end of January. I was an LPN for 15 years before going to college for my degree in nursing. I've worked in many different fields, med/surg, Angio/interventional, poison...

  2. Two-Headed Snake Bully Nurse

    Laine replied to Milkofamnesia02's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. I would not suck it up and ignore the behavior. The text was childish and mean and whoever sent it needs to have his or her behavior checked or it will continue. I would research...

  3. Are You Working Past Retirement Age?

    Laine replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    Wow Ruby, thats a lot to go through! Im glad you have come through it and have found success on the other side. Take

  4. Are You Working Past Retirement Age?

    Laine replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry to hear that

  5. Are You Working Past Retirement Age?

    Laine replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for the comments. I think for me the level of stress won't be bad. I'm on Medicare and supplemental insurance now, so I don't need that benefit. Medicare with all the trimmings...

  6. Are You Working Past Retirement Age?

    Laine replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    I just retired. After a month of not working, I've been offered the opportunity to work wage, which means as few or as many hours as I want, but no benefits. I will probably do it for a few...

  7. Asked To Help Out With Colleague's Work Due to Her Being "Unapproachable"

    Laine replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely take it up the chain to your manager. A good manager would counsel her & if necessary show her the door. I've worked with my fair share of bullies and they continue until there are...

  8. Have you ever given a ride to and from work for your colleagues?

    Laine replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Parking at my hospital cost almost $1000/year if you were lucky enough to get a spot in a garage. Otherwise you had to park at a stadium and be bussed in. Feeling sorry for a single mom I...

  9. What is something you never thought you'd have to say to a coworker?

    Laine replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I fired a nurse when he said to another nurse, in the hallway, I'd like to **** you. I mean seriously?! Why would anyone think that was OK? He acted like she should take it as a

  10. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you DebNurse, right you

  11. Exhausted from Covid

    Laine replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    I would do FMLA, while deciding your next steps. I did that once, after being traumatized at a job and spent two months looking for something better. I found it and spent the next 20 years in the new...

  12. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you SmilingBluEyes, and same to you! Transitioning to part time is something I did too and is definitely helpful. Enjoy your

  13. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    JulieBoolie, Congratulations on your upcoming retirement! Both you and your husband have put in countless hours of hard, but important work. You deserve a restful, satisfying, low stress...

  14. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks CommunityRNBSN, I think that's great

  15. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Subee, great

  16. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks GrumpyOldBastard! I appreciate the advice & encouragement. I have to say that since joining this group, .my anxiety has gone way down. Thanks Everybody! I like that trick,...

  17. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks GrumpyOldBastard! I appreciate the advice & encouragement. I have to say that since joining this group, .my anxiety has gone way down. Thanks

  18. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on your retirement! I met with a planner too & HR at my work. It is reassuring to feel that you will be OK financially. I applaud your decision to make health & family your...

  19. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Hibiscus & tough cookie, I appreciate your responses! Best to you both. Thank you GrumpyRN! Good advice and a good warning about the chair! I'm looking into runs now, there...

  20. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you GrumpyRN! Good advice and a good warning about the chair! I'm looking into runs now, there seems to be a lot in my area, which I won't run, but will walk, one begins & ends at a...

  21. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much JBM! I understand what you are saying about not really wanting to retire. In many ways I don't want to, though going to half time has been good. I used to work...

  22. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Smiling Blue Eyes, Thank you for your kind, encouraging words. I do have to make myself get out there, that will be the challenge for me. It was a good reminder too that many nurses wish...

  23. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you Davey, that was such thoughtful, encouraging advice. I will take absolutely take your advice about biking and the library. Will you share the name of the senior website please?...

  24. Fear of Retirement!

    Laine replied to Laine's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you both for your thoughtful responses. I too am a cat herder! I also want to travel, that was a big part of my retirement plan before