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  1. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks I appreciate it. I actually have run into the nurse that was so awful to me. She was the exact opposite....she asked how I was doing and told me to "take care of myself". Not sure if someone...

  2. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    I had a horrible experience yesterday. I was asked to float to the covid unit. I told them that I was fit tested and failed the test for N95, so they said I had to wear a Papr. Well, I got up to the...

  3. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    The only reason I signed it is because it basically just stated the facts. Otherwise I would have never signed it. It said it is recommended that I get the note from the doctor, etc... think she was...

  4. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I sure hope so. We already now have have 5 nurses and one secretary from our unit out with COVID. So we are very short. Nurses are being texted every day asking to come in for bonus so that means...

  5. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for your support. It looks like I will not have to go on the floor period because, due to an autoimmune chronic condition that I live with I am more at risk. So my doctor is going to write a...

  6. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Not much has happened. I had sent a message to my manager saying I was upset about how things were handled and that I'd like to take with her about it. When I saw her at work the other day she said...

  7. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I hope so. I have no problem floating but not when I am at risk

  8. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    That is a good point! Our hospital is in chaos right now. Huge turnover so I'm sure this got overlooked. But I am not going to risk my own safety for this

  9. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    This is true, but I had no idea that I couldn't tolerate wearing the hood since I had never tried it. I understand that they need documentation, now, but the way it was handled was unprofessional and...

  10. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I hope you're right. I don't want to go drawing attention to myself but I feel that I am an easy target as someone to be bullied/intimidated due to my size and that if I don't do something....this...

  11. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for the support. I just hope one of my doctors will be willing to write a note stating that I am unable to wear the papr or what would be better if they just excused me to my chronic condition...

  12. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Unfortunately it's not a union hospital. My manager actually messaged me this morning to see if I would come in to work another floor for bonus! This is after they told me to get a note first. I...

  13. Unable to wear N95 or papr

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Unfortunately I don't work in a union

  14. Mandatory

    runner502 posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    I just found out that my hospital in Florida is requiring mandatory to for nurses and pct. My director said all hospitals are doing this across the country. Are others dealing with this and is there...

  15. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    That sounds exactly like me! I have learned the hard way over the years that it's better to think things through before reacting. I am sure they will not be able to keep this up for long because...

  16. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for the support. Believe me I know HR is not my friend! I am probably going to wait it out and see if this is really just temporary. But, if it continues and the working conditions don't...

  17. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

  18. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes I do resent the fact that it's mandated. It is definitely going to put a toll on my body because I do have a chronic condition that is a daily struggle to begin with. I am able to do my job, but...

  19. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Well, we were told if we call out, then we will just have to make up the time. I would love to do agency instead, but I have to have benefits/health insurance. You are right though...they can't keep...

  20. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I have heard of FMLA, but don't know much about it. I think I will try to hold off and see if this will actually be a short lived mandatory requirement. But, if it goes on for an extended period of...

  21. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    They are paying a bonus amount for the extra shift, but sometimes the extra money doesn't seem to be worth the stress it puts on the body and

  22. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes. There has been a bigger problem before this all started but with COVID it's really shining a light on the serious problems within the hospital and especially regarding the treatment of nurses....

  23. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Sorry you are suffering through this

  24. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I realize it's my choice whether I want to continue working for them. I was just trying to get an idea if others were going through the same thing. I am doing my best to help out, but it's difficult...

  25. Mandatory

    runner502 replied to runner502's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Sorry I meant mandatory overtime! I had just finished working 14 hours!