jacqui

Gosh you do all get very upset over this, and about status. I am a nursing sister, who has a Master degree in clinical practice and a degree in nursing in Law. I agree its been a lot of hard work and I am proud to be a nurse, but it does not upset me if a nursing assistant calls herself 'nurse'. It happens and I am fine about it.

I disagree. Most patients call anyone they see in a 'uniform' 'nurse' and surly that's fine. If i was legally representing you, as a misrepresentation of title, then I would want to know what 'nurse' had 'done' to the patient. Any inappropriate treatment, discussion etc? Its very interesting medical law, and there are a few stated cases on 'nurses' being misrepresented as 'doctors' and the issue of consent.

Interesting, and I can understand why you feel like this. However what does the word 'nurse' mean or imply. A mother can 'nurse a child' a wife can 'nurse' her husband. A strange can 'nurse' you. It depends on the context and the 'consent'. She could of said she was the nurse looking after you, and if you asked further, as long as she does not state any false quialifiactions or carry out any inapproprate practice then she would of not done anything illegal. For example did you know that anyone can practice as a psychologist, put a sign up at there door, charge money without any formal quailifications. This is not illegal, as one can 'counsel' anyone, again as long as its does no harm, and the individual being 'treated' should make sure that the person 'treating' has the relevant registration and qualifications.

I wanted to become a doctor, but didn't have the grades. But I am glad I didn't, i enjoyed nursing, I married one instead.............

Hi, dont worry about what others or your manager think you for speaking out about how you feel about doing nights. Its not a case of being a nice girl - Im sure you are - the most important thing is to look at your own health/psychological needs and wants. What is wrong with that. Your storng for taking this action - well done. Its shows good skills. Just think, your feel better for doing something postivie in the long term. But more importantly this is for you - good for you.

Hi - I would say this is not the job for me. If your being messed around like that, then it says a lot for the organisation. Vaue yourself, your quailifactions, your profession. Jump off that wheel and take some time out to decide what you would really like to do. Oh and count your lucky stars that you didnt get called back for that job.

Hi, I think you should speak to your employer and tell them how you feel. That nights is not for you, because of health/social/family reasons. To be honest, however much you love your job, you should always put yourself first. I know that sounds hard, especialy for a nurse, but its how it should be. Putting yourself first and making clear decissions, is strong not weak. It shows what sort of person you are and in the end it will not only benifit your self but yyour patients too. So go on take the leap, look at your needs first, go along to your manager with a clear plan, and stick to your guns, I promise you wont regret it.

hi there, I would actually be quite rational about this. I would make a plan. This may sound very boring and predictable, but I think its helpful and can develope your career. If you choose something you dont like then you can change. Be flexiable and try new things, I did this in my early days as a nurse and along with nurse education and development - I got an MSc in nursing (loved it) and managed to climb the ladder nicely. But it was all thought out to start with and for me it worked out well.

I agree, and feel uncomfortable about paying for a health service, and all the insurance system that who have in the USA. I guess though you dont know any different. I have worked both in the UK and the France and both are excellent in regarding of universal healthcare

Thank goodness I have no idea what its like to live in a country that pays for medical care. I guess I take our free health service for granted, and reading this makes me realise and the other messages, how lucky we are.

well done, congratulations, and hey you did it all yourself..............

Hi. Most important thing is to be yourself. There are many issues that you can cover. which have alreadyed been written on, but being keen and enthusiatic is what needs to come across. High on my agenda would be to see a nurse who is interested in maintaining and improving standards. As far as your other issues. Talk to the Univ, who will put your on to a educational specialist who will assess you and provide you with advice and support. Also remember that you have a duty to yourself, so get the best help you can and then there will be no come back. Good luck

I guess depending where you live there must be more probmatic finding work. But for goodness sake = dont do somthing you dont enjoy. Remember the saying if you keep doing the same your get the same. I changed and so grateful for that advice.

reading this is interesting, because our experaince in the UK is so different. Its very difficult to get 'fired' as we are well supported by our unions and professional organisations. We would be suspended first on full pau and then the case would be taken to nmc our nursing council. This would be very serious. but as I said this is unusal. We also have good working conditions, and flexiable working conditions. for example you can work school hours, or term time hours only. If your a carer you can also work hours to suit you.

Well, I did nursing because I come from a small village in Wales and no employment except farming = marrying a farmer or the local hospital, so many of us joined the local hospital - local being somewhat 40 miles away and transport at that time was poor - not much better now. It was also excitting living away from home and having a social life. I made many friends although when the trainging ended,, many moved away. Nursing pay was not brillent, and many joined the Police force, as they just had a pay rise!! ha I nursed in France for a short time as no local jobs being able to speak Welsh I soon picked up the laungage. The France Health sytem was also excellent and I learnt alot. Happy times..........................