Supervisior causing problems, what should I do?

[sunshiny1]

Hello everyone!

I work as a CNA and have a supervisor of sorts deliberately pushing my buttons.

I started working here about 8 months ago but have been doing this kind of work for four years.

So the scoop is I have been down the same wing every day since I started working here. It's my primary wing and I've established a degree of closeness and relationships with my patients. They know me well as I do them.

However, this new scheduler, who is also sort of the supervision for CNAs, has decided to start scheduling me down different wings that I am not accustomed to and personally do not want to work since I have an established wing that I have become familiar to.

I made it clear to the higher-ups, that I will, if it came to it, quit working here if they continue to try to put me down other wings. I have not been given 1 good reason why they are doing this after talking to them.

Also, there are 8 other CNAs that I can think of off the top of my head, and 2 nurses whom "NEVER" are assigned to other wings. Ever.

I have brought this fact up and I'm still (most consistently now) being scheduled down any and every other wing other than the one I always work on.

How I have been dealing with it is I just switch wings with other employees and everything is fine. Everyone I work with knows I work down the wing I do and have no problem switching. Often times I come into work and they already made the switch because they know when i come in I work down that wing and will not go to another. But now this supervisor/scheduler posted a notice that write ups and discaplinary action may result in doing this.

I have good reason to believe that she is now scheduling me like this on purpose and for no other reason than to push my buttons and we got into a sort of argument about it recently as well.

I understand they reserve the right to put me where they want me, legally.

But It is not fair at all when many of the other employees never have to move and are "never even asked to move!'

What do I do? I don't want to quit my job, I like it here. I already spoke my mind to the supervisor/scheduler and the DON and it continues to happen. Well, the DON said she personally doesn't care if I switch but that It's not set in stone that I may never not have to.

Yet I come into work and it happens again. I also dont want to put other employees at fault for a write up because they are switching with me.

I was also wondering if there is a way or reason to leave work on the spot (for the day) that is covered under any laws. Because I am seriously holding that idea in reserve if this happens and there comes a time they absolutely tell me I cannot switch (which hasnt happened yet)

Again I dont want to quit my job but I am dreding every day I go in now what will happen.

Help!??!

[AspiringNurseMW]

I wonder if the OP is just not going to come back because she is not hearing what she wants.

I saw this post last night mere minutes after it was posted. I'm a brand spanking new nursing student with no patient care experience and could immediately tell this was not going to go over well.

However, I do have years in retail management, and I will tell you that I had a reason for scheduling who, how much, and where I scheduled people. It wasn't personal preference, but based on work ethic, seniority, flexibility, and attitude. You, if this demeanor and attitude you show here is evident at work, will not last long.

Even if you are a great CNA, the ability to play well with others and respect management's decisions plays a big role. Either put your big girl panties on or at your next interview make it clear that you expect the same assignment every shift and see how that goes. No big headed nurse here.

[nikkimodl]

you are a CNA of the building. not the wing. When you were hired, that was for the building and not a wing and even so, a cna must know all the residents because if for some reason you cant be there, someone else with no knowledge of these residents have to care for them and that is how accidents happen and ultimately, you are doing them (the residents) a disservice. The same thing with Nurses, whether ALF, skilled etc, at some point in time, you have to be familiar with at least the basics of the residents.

[slauren]

I don't have time to read all the other comments but working somewhere for 8 months really isn't that long. I wouldn't take it personally if they have you float on occasion. I have floated MANY times and when you accept the assignment and show improvements with their care - that really gets their attention that you do an excellent job. It shows you are professional, flexible, and adapt. If you get a different assignment and throw a fit and complain and threaten to quit, does that make you a desired employee? Absolutely not. At that point they probably hope you quit to be honest. I work with a lot of CNAs and the ones who are always negative and complain about their assignments - the majority of people don't enjoy working with them and everyone tends to notice the negativity reflect their care. I don't want to come across as harsh but it has to be said. You are a paid employee, you take the assignment they give you.

[jadelpn, LPN, EMT-B]

Elvis has left the building.....

[Karou]

A different take here...

OP, it could be possible they the scheduler thinks you are such a good employee and hard worker that they want you accustomed to the other halls so that you can work there as well. Maybe they don't think the other CNA's will adapt well to that change and they think highly of you. Just pointing out that it doesn't automatically have to be a negative thing or malicious, as you have interpreted it. They may be recognizing the top notch care you provide and work performance by utilizing you in other areas.

When I was a CNA in LTC, I worked a fairly regular area also. Each pair of CNA's had a designated wing. We worked in teams. Until someone above us decided to start switching it up and rotating. They elicited a riot from the staff for doing that. Their rationale for the change? We (CNA's) weren't hired for a specific wing, but for the facility. All residents were our responsibility. If we were ever needed to move around or take care of a resident that wasn't "ours" normally, we needed to know how to do that. So we were mixed up weekly. As much as the staff complained, it really started to benefit the residents. I could work any wing and know exactly what Mrs. Smith wanted for dinner or how Mr. Smith wanted to be put to bed. It eliminated the "your" and "my" resident mentality and everyone helped everyone.

It's not the end of the world. You will become a better employee for it. It may not be fair that you are the only one doing this (if that's true), but life and work is never fair. Make the best of it.

[Karou]

Another thought... OP if you are really this resistant to change and unadaptable, then maybe healthcare isn't for you? You are making this all about you when the reality is that the care of the patients/residents is priority. If you find some way to get out of working when assigned to your non-regular area, what do you think that will mean for the residents/patients for the area you are supposed to work in? Do you think they will find staff to come in on their day off to care for them when you fake illness and call in? Or do you think they will work short and the residents care will suffer as a result?

If they can easily call someone in then you truly are replaceable at this facility and don't have the leverage/weight to swing around as you have thought. They will eventually let you go for calling off intentionally on days you don't want to work (when you are floated). They will then hire someone else. No, these facilities and employers don't have the time to waste on an employee with a poor attitude who isn't a team player.

If they are forced to work short because they can't find a replacement, and if you already know this is the case (and think it gives you power/leverage) then you are a selfish person and a poor employee, including to your coworkers. By the way, your coworkers WILL notice you are calling off on the days you are assigned to float, and they will resent you for it.

Again, your duty is to the residents/patients.

[canigraduate]

Wow. So you know better than everyone else?

You have a serious attitude and entitlement problem.

I'm surprised they've been this patient with your insubordination.

It's like you WANT to be fired. And over something so inconsequential.

You aren't standing up over resident abuse or unfair working conditions, or something else worthwhile.

You're mad because you get a different assignment than you want. They've even told you that you're being insubordinate and will get written up. And you're STILL DOING IT.

You have actually gone beyond being entitled and are acting in a childish and stupid manner.

If you want to keep your job, STOP BEING INSUBORDINATE.

They are going to fire you. Again, I'm surprised they haven't already.

Your petty BS won't fly, elsewhere, either. So don't think about trying to play your power games at another workplace.

Unbelievable.

[OrganizedChaos, LVN]

Is this the hill you want to die on?

You agreed to work for the nursing home, not that one hall.

[chare]

I made it clear to the higher-ups, that I will, if it came to it, quit working here if they continue to try to put me down other wings.

I would have considered this your resignation and would have clocked you out and had you escorted off the property.

You have received excellent advicefrom several posters. If you decide that this is the fight you want to make, it is entirely possible that this will haunt you later in your career.

[sunshiny1]

Firstly,

I haven't been on here to check the flood of insults because I work a lot of hours, go to school and take care of my family.

I saw in another trending topic a woman was earnestly asking for advice because she witnessed a nurse dosing meds to patients illegally and straight up risking their lives. I read the comments on there. You all attacked the OP and replied viciously like a bunch of keyboard warriors behind a computer screen.

Apologies to the 2 or so posters who were actually helpful, friendly, considerate, and knew how to reply in a civil manner.

Happy Holidays.

[luvsltcrn]

I'm really hoping you choose to leave healthcare. I would not want you working for me or taking care of me or loved one.

[icuRNmaggie, BSN, RN]

So you were terminated yesterday?