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The comments I have seen in this thread have been ones I have heard throughout the 30 plus years I have been in nursing. A few years ago, a similar thread was posted. I was ostracized for my answer because the newbie assumed that because she had her BSN, she would be in charge and "carry a clipboard" all day. I asked what were her expectations and she simply said that she " should" have it. What I want to know is what happened to nurses going through the ranks(if you will)? I'm not downing advance education but how about getting that facility education? Patient sensitivity? On the job training , perfecting your craft?Helping your co workers, or as they used to say pay your dues? The amount of letters behind your name is not a carte Blanche to get the job YOU think you deserve.

This sounds like a law suit waiting to happen, especially when you say the mother is difficult with every one. I would make sure that there are ORDERS by an MD stating that the child can have both tube and oral feedings. My question is a teacher assistant is orally feeding the child? What happens if the child aspirates? Again, I would make sure that there are orders from the child's provider.

Well, it does appear that she is being quite petty giving all your OT shifts to an agency nurse. The issue I have is the fact that she ASSUMED you got your hair done! So what if you did? What you do on YOUR time off is YOUR business! AND if you say no, then don't let ANYONE guilt trip into coming in. Listen, you are not obligated to tell anyone why you cannot come in. A simple " I'm not available is good. End of conversation.

I'm sorry if I get any backlash from this comment but as long as she is QUALIFIED for the position who cares? This is one of the reasons why I am out of nursing. There is ALWAYS someone who feels that they cannot learn or be supervised by someone because of their credentials. If she is a nurse and is performing her job,(well)let it go.

I don't go to work when I'm sick. That's it. You put yourself and the people around you in jeopardy of being sick as well. If I get written up because I called out sick, so be it. I have always thought it crazy, but hey, whatever you feel is best but know this; if you get seriously ill and cannot work trust and believe they will find a replacement and you will be a five minute topic( IF THAT) in someone's conversation. Don't ever let anyone guilt you into feeling you should come to work when you are sick. That is just crazy.

Okay, I think we ALL have had that co-worker we don't like working behind but this is ridiculous! First off, if she is signing off on treatments that were not done you have a responsibility to report them. It isn't about " snitching" or getting people in trouble. She ISN'T Doing her job! I would go to the supervisor first- use your chain of command. It isn't fair to you, whether you work agency or not, but most of all it isn't fair to the residents/patients. You keep doing stellar work!!

Seems a little harsh, but it appears we don't know the whole story. BUT! Why would they be documenting they did it when it wasn't done? That is an offense right there. I'm going with a disgruntled family member. Sad.

I agree 1000%!!! Unfortunately in the career field some think that we deserve NOTHING. That every thing is " part of the job ". Everyone deserves common courtesy and respect.

Thank you, which is the point I'm trying to address.

" Even though technically I was senior to them" therein lies the problem. Most of what I have read isn't really welcoming . Guess you all Forgot that Lpn/LVNS must study, sit boards and do clinicals. You

I honestly believe that one of the first things that NEEDS to happen is that LPN/LVNs need to be acknowledged as NURSES. We had to study, do clinical and sit boards just as our counterparts did.

You know what? I read this article and I am really slightly bothered at the tone of the article. Why is there ALWAYS the connotation that LPNs/LVNs are " less than"? I know many an LPN/LVN that have mad skills, and can work circles around anyone! Yet, you treat them as second class citizens. NOW, there's a shortage and you are contemplating hiring them back?!

Whether she did violate HIPPA is suspect. There are some medical conditions that will appear to be alcohol intoxication. I think she should have just told the sherif about the odor of alcohol and let the sheriff take it from there.

I so totally understand how you feel! The culture of nursing is definitely a strange one, and is VERY clique oriented. Why I will never know, the CONSTANT arguing who is better- RN OR LPN, trainers being TERRIBLE to new nurses and orientees. The TOTAL lack of respect. On the other hand you have the privilege of working with people when they are most vulnerable. Don’t feel bad about switching jobs! It’s all about finding what will work for you, what you will excel in and what makes you happy. Think of the jobs you’ve had as experience. Nursing is so broad! Find your niche and go get it! Good luck and blessings!

After your training, will you have to see them again? Will they be a part of your day to day activities? If not, leave them where they are, rise above what they have and haven’t taught you and do your best. Folk like that just aren’t happy with themselves and it’s a shame other people have to suffer for it. Pray, put a smile on your face and keep it moving! 1. No one can make you feel inferior without your permission 2. THEY don’t sign your paycheck!

Just an FYI on a few things 1. When you write something in quotes, it means you are repeating something someone said. It’s not used to “mock” someone at all! 2. WHENEVER you see a doctor’s order that seems unclear to you, get clarification and remove all doubt.

I am pretty much at the end of my steer. I did long term care for a few years but I’ve had enough. I took a gig with a nursing agency doing COVID screenings in the school system. BEST gig I have ever had! No bosses, no one yelling and being disrespectful. I went home and was so relaxed and free!! I met up with a few friends and they even told me I looked better! Let’s face it, these days in nursing it’s just plain stressful. No cares and the employees will ATTEMPT to pacify us with PIZZA??? Oh no thank you. Now, I don’t feel ANY stress and I’m more relaxed. Nursing was good to me and I’ve met SO many good people, but I’m DONE.

I agree with every comment! It’s a bait and switch and if you don’t stick to your guns, they will bounce you around to suit their needs. Soooo, no preceptors for day shift but they have one available for night shift? How convenient! My precious employer attempted to do the same with me. I told her that night shift was not in my availability, (and it wasn’t- I haven’t worked nights in YEARS!) she told me it’s simple and I told her “ I’m sure it will be for whoever you get to come in”. She was mad but someone came in. Besides, do you want to work for an employer who is dishonest? Stick to your availability!

Right! In fact they really don’t have. REMOTE clue.

“ no I’m not busy “

I have a question, what exactly were your expectations when you became a nurse? At some point in time I feel we all have been stressed beyond belief and have cried many a night wondering if we were in the right profession. I have been in the medical field for over 30 years and honestly there have been MANY times I wanted to throw in the towel. You say you don’t like bedside nursing. The beauty in nursing is that you can branch out to SO many areas! I guess you haven’t found your niche as yet? What to do you do on your downtime? It’s important to have an outlet . Good luck.

While I respect your decision not to get vaccinated, you must understand that this is the world we currently live. As health care providers we all are required to take some type of immunizations. TB testing, flu vaccines, etc. Now, I will confess I would probably have gotten the vaccine eventually, but it was shoved down our throats- “ No vaccine , no work”. So, I got the vaccine because at the time I needed to work. We are “ At will” employees and can be terminated well, “ at will”. I’m surprised that they didn’t approve for the weekly testing but whatever. Regardless of covid, understand we ALL are replaceable!

I have residents like these CONSTANTLY. One thing I will not/ do not tolerate is ANYONE being rude, crass, intimidating, to me or the staff, because it isn’t necessary. Most of the time it’s sort of a defense mechanic they use so they can have folk in their room so they don’t feel lonely. When I answer the call light, I do EVERYTHING possible , and ask them,” is there anything else I can do for you right now”? Nurses and staff are NOT everyone’s bunching bag, and it is NOT “ part of the job” to be called names and disrespected.

You have ABSOLUTELY NOTHING to be embarrassed about! Hey you adapted to the situation and considering the alternative ( her urinating on herself) I think you did good. Remember, no one can make you feel inferior without your permission. Hold you held up and continue. From the sound of it she was probably an old bully anyway.

I agree with 1000%. I have been in the medical field since age 14 when I was a “ candy striper “ volunteering at a local hospital. I am not in my late 50’s. I pretty much have been there and done that, and I have become so disillusioned with nursing that it makes me sad. I see new grads having attitudes because they aren’t holding a clipboard telling folk what to do and catching attitudes when they have to work on the floor. Wow! I thought working the floor was a rite of passage? I’ve seen nurses walk past a call light to get a CNA/gna to answer the light. Administrators feeling the need to tell a DON that 1:20 is an acceptable ratio and the DON NOT saying anything. All in the name of “ saving money”. Yeah, I could have done without the pizza . And why is it that facilities tell you don’t come to work when you’re sick, but when we ARE sick we get read the riot act? How does that even make sense?