transplant

I'm sorry you are having to go through this. I don't have lupus but have numerous health problems. Have had a transplant in the last 2 years and an MI and I am 32..plus many other diabetic complications. I am also trying to work full time in the oR, which I love but have had to look seriously at doing something different lately because I never know how I am going to feel, and as you know when you are immunosuppressed you have to take care of yourself. As nurses we are used to taking care of others but at times don't take the same care of ourselves. I am struggling with this issue also with working and all I can say is to be true to yourself and do what is best for you. Best of luck..

when is it appropriate to so call"pull rank"? why is it such a touchy thing when you only want what is best for the patient???

[he actually took me aside the other day to "tell me what really happened" when I worked with him before..my guess is he is still the same..

I would have to agree with christine on this one. I also have had an organ transplant and it's scary the amount of people out there who don't know the first thing about it.

Hardly ever..not even on a good day!!:)

Hi. I am new to this posting. I have been a nurse for over 11 years and have never run into a situation like this. --we have a new doctor that just joined our staff, however I have worked with this doctor at a previous location. I'm not thrilled to work with this doc again and actually thought about quitting when I found out they were coming. I have not had good experiences with him and becasue of my position will have to work with him almost every day. I am not sure how to handle the situation. I know that I do not have a cjoice and that I should forget the past but I almost can't stand the thought of having to deal with him again. this is vague but you never jnow who is reading these and details would let someone know exactly who it was. any advice? Again in the situation I work I have no option but to work with him and in close contact.