ChutneyFries BSN, RN

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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for your reply. I don't think it may be intent per se, but if someone needs to whisper the word 'black' to say something rude or distasteful, chances are the individuals know that what they...
  2. ChutneyFries

    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm so sorry that your son and your family had to go through that. I am sure that that experience has sadly changed your son's life. The moment you realize that you live in our society. Sad. Thanks...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you! To dismiss someone's complaint and say well you are just overreacting is just as bad as the perpetrators committing the
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Jaybuzz, I wish that before you wrote this lengthy comment that you took the time to read the other comments. I am NOT in the South, I'm actually in NY state. Racism is actually experienced by POC...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    WOw! Thats amazing that you did that and so sad that that nurse went out of her way to target those nurses.
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for your reply! I think I thought at first that I was being too sensitive on the first instance. Like it was ok that I was being singled out even momentarily in passing because of my race....
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm hoping that I get something soon. I will be patient though and remember that all things are temporary. Thanks for your
  8. ChutneyFries

    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for your comment and words of hope and strength. I am so hesitant to speak to my wife cause she may be even more anxious than I am. Thankfully it hasn't been physical. I guess I just have...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As I sit here about to go to work, I am psyching myself up! Your reply just placed everything in perspective and I appreciate your great words. I am actively seeking employment elsewhere, closer to...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for your reply. It's a reminder that we have a ways to
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Gosh I never thought of that like that. I hope that doesn't happen to me. The latest most racist encounter was when my aide told me that my pt called me a 'darky'. She laughed and said "well he is...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yeah I'm definitely not going to be able to stick around like this. The anxiety is too strong. I'm hoping now with some experience that I could get a better position at an urban
  13. ChutneyFries

    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You are right. Questioning those people is
  14. ChutneyFries

    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yeah that's how I see the confederate flag as well. Especially since there are so few people of color here to begin with.
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I feel like leaving. It feels like there are so many angles that this sentiment is coming from. I feel like if I stayed I'd be battling so many people. I just want to be a good
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you! I am actually already sending applications and resumes out. I pray I get something
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Omg! Glad you left immediately! That's not right! And even better that you were able to find a new job so quickly!!!! As a new grad, I worry about that but I'm ok with getting anything closer or back...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I see what you are saying. Moving here was time consuming and it would be the same going back home. The confederate flag has always meant lots of things that has always been associated with...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That's basically how I feel. I'm a good employee and no one should be feeling like
  20. ChutneyFries

    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I will! Letting you guys know has made me feel a lot better. Holding on to it was not healthy. Thank
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It is a good idea to let family know. I just didn't want to have them fear for me, I hate worrying others. Thanks for your advice and
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You're right. I hope that I'd be able to land something rather soon. I will take a step back (LTC or other non-hospital jobs) to feel
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Luckily, I have a very independent wife and she is able to handle finances well without my added pay. If I were to just quit, I'd be ok for a little while. I just don't want to ruin my very young...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My coworkers know of my wife and in-laws, and I am not sure how bringing my father-in-law to work would ease the situation. However, I feel that these racial issues are part of the status quo. Not...
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    Should I leave this racist town?

    ChutneyFries replied to ChutneyFries's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for your reply! This is a sad reality in this day and