I have been working at my current workplace, a hospital downtown, for a little over a year now as full-time. As of Monday I will transfer to part-time because I am starting a new job closer to home. Both managers are aware.
This afternoon I received a phone call from my current manager scheduling a meeting with her, human resources and a union representative on Monday. She would not give me any details except that it was SERIOUS, which is what worries me most, and she would pay me for my time (odd but nice). I asked if it was about a patient (which is my #1 concern) and she said no. But that's all she would tell me. I know this will be at the back of my mind all weekend long, stressing me out! This is the first time I've been asked to come in on my day off and meet with people other than her. Any ideas what it could be about?
Although I don't think this behind the reason and if it was I will tell her the truth. I called in sick yesterday. I don't call in often ... maybe a handful the entire year. This time it was legitimate, I had schedule conflicts at both workplaces and couldn't find anyone to pick-up my shift. It left me with no choice. I can't be at 2 places at once. I called in really early so they a good amount of time to call or a replacement.
I know you must be waiting in suspense. I was terminated today and reported to the college. They will take further action as necessary. I was surprisingly OK throughout the whole meeting. I didn't even cry, imagine that. Emotionless. I cleared out my locker beforehand so I wouldn't have to face all my co-workers. I want to forget this nightmare and move on.
Oh my....they reported you to the college. Well, you've got a bit of a road ahead of you.
Their complaint will be investigated by the college and the complaints committee will make a recommendation. You will still have union representation throughout the process. Be honest and have faith in the process.
Feel free to PM me if you'd like more info, or just want some support.
I'm a bit lost on 'the college'. I thought you were a newer nurse? Can you explain this a bit please :thnkg:
"The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is the governing body for the 145,000 registered nurses (RNs) and registered practical nurses (RPNs) in Ontario, Canada.
The College regulates nursing to protect the public interest and sets requirements to enter the profession, establishes and enforces standards of nursing practice, and assures the quality of practice of the profession and the continuing competence of nurses.
The nursing profession has been self-regulating in Ontario since 1963. The College works in partnership with employers, educators and government so that everyone in Ontario benefits from quality nursing services."
I'm a bit lost on 'the college'. I thought you were a newer nurse? Can you explain this a bit please :thnkg:
In Canada, the equivalent to the US State Board of Nurses, would the Provincial College of Nurses. For instance in Ontario, the governing body for the licensing of nurses would be the College of Nurses of Ontario, or CNO for short. Other provinces may use the term Association instead of College. For example the Association of Registered Nurses of Prince Edward Island, or ARNPEI.
Meadow, my ethics instructor when I was in school, was a member of the disciplinary committee for the CNO. From what she told about how the committee worked, I highly doubt they'll be out for your license. The worst I see happening is that they mandate you to go to an ethics class, and that's only if they decide this is an issue worth pursuing.
Mulan: It is not a common practice to follow-up on sick calls on our unit. In this case, she did because she knew I had another job.
In the future, do not ever again tell anyone that you work a second job. And you should brief your roommate to say something vague like, "I'm not sure where she is. May I take a message?" and leave it at that.
Good luck. I doubt you'll lose your license or that the College will care at all. I think this is more an employment issue than a College issue. I hope so, anyway.
jlsRN: I was in over my head. I am in over my head. But, it was supposed to be temporary until I settled into my new job or got a feel for what it was like first before I left my other place completely.
dusktildawn: I looked over the master schedule to see who was off during that day and I found a few people and talked to them personally. During the meeting my manager asked why I didn't come to her. She is not very accommodating or supportive from my experience. I felt I had to take it upon myself because last time I had come to her asking for a day off, 1 month in advance, on the day she scheduled me in for a night shift because it was the last day of my vacation period during which I would be landing back in Canada after a 19hr flight. Surely I would be jet-legged and was in no shape to work. She said it was my responsibility to find someone. Fortunately that time I was able to find someone because I had ample time. If she wouldn't help me then, what reason did I have to think she would help me now given a week. Like I said, I felt like I had no choice at the time.
So many managers are so difficult when it comes to stuff like helping their staff get necessary time off. They either really can't help, due to lack of available staff, or they just don't care.
I can fully understand why you didn't want to take your chances by asking her to help you. And I hope you reminded her. If so, what did she say?
In the future, do not ever again tell anyone that you work a second job. And you should brief your roommate to say something vague like, "I'm not sure where she is. May I take a message?" and leave it at that.
Good luck. I doubt you'll lose your license or that the College will care at all. I think this is more an employment issue than a College issue. I hope so, anyway.
So what happens next?
Yes I realize now that I must keep my private life private. Honestly I told one person and then the whole world knew. And I had nice long talk with my roommate.
Now I just wait for the College to send me a letter to see what they want to do with me. In the meantime, I am supposed to go on with my life. Or try to at least.
So many managers are so difficult when it comes to stuff like helping their staff get necessary time off. They either really can't help, due to lack of available staff, or they just don't care.
I can fully understand why you didn't want to take your chances by asking her to help you. And I hope you reminded her. If so, what did she say?
I said something along those lines and my manager had nothing to say. HR said, "well it is your responsibility".
Totally 100% shocked. Floored. I just can't believe it. Not only that, I have no idea what "the college" (or board equivalent) would have any input on, to what amounts to a sick day discrepancy. What possible ethic of nursing have you "violated"? Did they go too far with that? I would retain a lawyer, and seek defamation if I think they went too far. And from what you are describing, they did. I catch an employee who called in sick and wasn't, I pull them into a room, and tell them not to do it again. It's over. These freaks take your job, and now seek to strip your license, taking away your livelihood. At this point to me, it sounds almost like a personal vendetta. Try to get into contact with any supportive ex-coworkers if you can, in case they can add something toward your character.
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RNAnnjeh, MSN, CNS
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Oh my....they reported you to the college. Well, you've got a bit of a road ahead of you.
Their complaint will be investigated by the college and the complaints committee will make a recommendation. You will still have union representation throughout the process. Be honest and have faith in the process.
Feel free to PM me if you'd like more info, or just want some support.
Best of luck,
RNAnnjeh