kimcamRN

I understand what your talking about. I had a boss that was passive aggressive....eventually I chose to leave the job, but not just for that reason. It wasn't until I was at a new job with a healthy, supportive boss that I understood how I was being treated. I thought she was a horrible manager and wrote it up to her lack of ability. But after I gave my resignation, her sickness was evident. I played the game, stroked her ego, and made working out my notice as pleasant as possible. I feel for you. And I do think unless you have been targeted by someone like this, it is a difficult situation to explain or understand. The things that happen to you are so underhanded and subtle, you question your own sanity. I can say the experience has allowed me to appreciate having a skilled manager and a healthy work environment.

Wecome to hospice and good luck with your new job! Be patient with yourself. It can be overwhelming, but rewarding in ways you can't imagine!

I am in a similar situation as the OP...thanks for the input. I would love to work for a nonprofit but there is only ONE in my area out of the 30+. The documentation situation where I am is pushing me out the door. We are expected to document on the computer in the patient's home BUT the computer 9/10 doesn't work in the patient's home! It's been hell and doesn't look to get better any time soon. Hate the idea of a job change as I love where I work, but this is making my job HELL!

10-12 is average where I work. It's manageable depending on the acuity, distance between patients and what your call responsiblities will be. We also have an awesome PRN nurse who helps out when things get hectic. I find that my patients tend to go into crisis in clusters, which can make things difficult to say the least. I've been working in hospice 3 years now and I love it, but don't know that I've ever had an "easy" caseload.