NocturneNrse

Has anyone ever had an ethical struggle that has caused them to leave a job? I just started this new job. The place is in a lot of trouble due to a recent state survey. I had to "redirect" a nurse as to an illegal activity with documentation that she was about to commit, but fear this act may go on frequently there, and many people may be desperate to keep this building open, and may be doing unethical things. I opened my mouth to management about it, hoping that this could be investigated further, however; a tiny part of me is in fear of my job for intervening. Not that I can't replace a job.. but... Anyone else have to make a decision to just leave a job because their morals wouldn't allow them to stay there? Much thanks!

Hi Everyone.. I just want to get a feel for what I should expect in an orientation for a new job. I'm not a new nurse, been one for 6 years, but have been out of the patient bedside nursing for two years due to a medical issue. I just got "canned" two weeks ago because I was not "advancing" fast enough and they had to fill that position quick. How long would you expect an orientation for a new job NOT as a new nurse? Thanks guys and gals!

Yeah , I got a bad strain and herniation L3-L4 from lifting a pt back into her bed with proper body mechanics. Was out of work for six months fighting work comp insurance company because they denied my claim. Had to use FMLA which I'd expended and received the termination 6 months exactly from injury. Never will return to how I was. That was a fine " how do you do?"

HouTx - I'm starting to see it that way now. Had to get over that "lump in my throat" day.. now I'm mad and wouldn't give them the time of day with per diem hours there.

Thank you so much!!! You really made my night with your comforting camaraderie!

I've felt it since nursing school too... however, there are parts of it that I LOVE.. damn the parts I hate. I understand your feelings.

caliotter3 - I've considered it, but I don't think I will be happy there. I'm not financially strapped (yet). I do have another job with fluctuation hours (unfortunately) so I can hang on for a bit. I really wanted to try daytime hours., but am thinking my personality may be more geared towards nights... I enjoy the quiet (Yes, I know.. don't say that word).. I mean, less of the daytime hustle and bustle. I may consider returning to nights. Just trying to regain my confidence.

Unfortunately this is in LTC.. so there are not many other preceptors available but the two I trained with. I did explain that I wanted to come in and dedicate two or so hours to only computer training, but that was not even considered. I was on speaker-phone, and I know that HR has to be "in on the call" when a person is terminated.. so the decision was made. Perhaps next time, I will speak out and ask sooner for things. That was one of my problems there... I think I waited too long. Just wish I had been given a clue that this was around the corner.. getting blind sided sucks.

Well, I didn't expect this.. but I was "LET GO" aka "The position offered has been rescinded". Here is my gripe - I did not receive a structured orientation, especially on their computer system (which I'd never used). I was placed with two other staff who are great at their job, but wanted things done in "two different ways" depending on what unit that patient would be admitting on. His or Hers. For the most part.. of course some things have to be consistent. After only SEVEN days orienting and sporatically trying to navigate the computer system with intermittent guidance, I was told I was not learning it fast enough...and the job was rescinded, but I was offered per diem work there. Despite all of this, I'm still feeling like a failure. I know I am proficient with computers.. heck, I study online, used to work for AOL, and my other job is all on the computer. I do not feel comfortable there taking a per diem position, and I kind of feel it was offered to me as a "parting gesture". I just can't seem to get it right in nursing. I oftentimes feel so inept, no confidence, ever since nursing school, but damn, I've invested and AM investing so much into it. Have I just not found my niche yet???? Just feeling so defeated..

I did take extra effort to thank one of them for her patience, and I understood how frustrating training can be. That didn't help.. today I got "canned" so to speak.

Well, I didn't expect this.. but I was "LET GO" aka "The position offered has been rescinded". Here is my gripe - I did not receive a structured orientation, especially on their computer system (which I'd never used). I was placed with two other staff who are great at their job, but wanted things done in "two different ways" depending on what unit that patient would be admitting on. His or Hers. For the most part.. of course some things have to be consistent. After only SEVEN days orienting and sporatically trying to navigate the computer system with intermittent guidance, I was told I was not learning it fast enough...and the job was rescinded, but I was offered per diem work there. Despite all of this, I'm still feeling like a failure. I know I am proficient with computers.. heck, I study online, used to work for AOL, and my other job is all on the computer. I do not feel comfortable there taking a per diem position, and I kind of feel it was offered to me as a "parting gesture". I just can't seem to get it right in nursing. I oftentimes feel so inept, no confidence, ever since nursing school, but damn, I've invested and AM investing so much into it. Have I just not found my niche yet???? Just feeling so defeated..

Thank you all for your support, advice, and perspective. I'm trying to learn not to be so sensitive, and to see the whole picture without assuming things. It's starting to stick. I really appreciate all of your words!! THANK YOU!!!

Thanks CrunchRN.. I'm re-inflating my balls now. ;-)

Hello everyone.. Ms. Sensitivity here again. After a couple yrs out of nursing due to health issue.. I'm back orienting in a new place (same type of position) but am feeling (and hearing snickers behind my back isn't helping) SO DUMB! This computer system has so many different clicks-arrows-options-exception etc to it during order entering (I used to work off of Kardex). I used to work nights as well, and never had to make appointments, do admissions (not really), call for transport, do labs etc etc.... I know I'm not dumb.. and this stuff isn't rocket science.. but I feel so overwhelmed and am starting to see the frustration with one of my trainers. I've been orienting 7 days now yet just .. ugh.. left today not liking the feeling I had. I know I'm super sensitive, and should let this crap roll off my back, but I must accept that I can't.. not yet anyway. Just caught out of the corner of my eye, a few eye-roll smirks etc. from my trainer to the LPN on the floor. Not a lot, and not really blatant, but enough so that I noticed it and sensed it. My trainer is becoming frustrated in showing me the computer as she stated "I've shown you 6 times".. not mean, but the frustration in her voice was there. I take lots of notes, but things seem to move SO damned fast that I'm just..... overwhelmed.! I know that once I get it, I'll be fantastic at this job... but , it stings nonetheless ... Just wanted to vent and hopefully, get some support.. and yeah, some ideas as to how I can get more from this orientation/experience. Thank you all dolls!

I supervise and work a floor in LTC. A patient of mine has cancer, and due to the location of his cancer, his blood glucose levels were "trending" down. We have orders to report BG below 70 to the MD. I mentioned that I would be reporting this to the doctor during my offgoing report to the other nurse. She said she had noticed it also but has been covering up the BG by giving the patient orange juice and then retaking the BG; only documenting the second BG level in the record - because it is a "pain to call the doctor". I have been struggling with this for a couple of days now, and have decided that I need to report this to MY supervisor. Am I missing some other step that I should do otherwise? My intentions to reporting this is that if directly affects the patient, and he is my main concern. Any thoughts? Thank you in advance!