I was called to HR for a petty childish complaint against me. Long story short, I used to go over to the ICU unit to barrow supplies (med/surg units NEVER have enough flowmeters or suctions). In order to find out who the charge nurse was that shift, you'd have to check the white board names. The ICU staff felt as though i was specifically seeking out certain individuals. They also complained that I was looking down the hallway (units face one another).
The HR director told me that she had dealt with some complicated complaint cases in the past and she felt as though this situation was not that bad. I took that as her way of saying this was a crock.
So, As i stated to my friends - That unit and there staff can go to hell.
Yes, I know that makes me sound childish and unprofessional, but then again so does a complaint of looking down a hallway. We are not in middle school. I will look anywhere I please.
As far a people feeling as though I was seeking them out....Perhaps people get offended at my (former) positive attitude at work, smiling good morning cheerfulness.
So, If you can't beat them join them. Should i come to work and be angry like everyone else? At least people will understand real quick i have no secondary intentions. Anger and negativity are accepted - Positive and happy are deemed risky behavior.
I am venting here but at the same time I want to know why things are so backwards in healthcare.
Better to ignore people, get an attitude, be rude and condescending? Or risk being fired because I am cheerful, positive, blessed and happy to be alive?
Specializes in LTC,Hospice/palliative care,acute care.
I was called to HR for a petty childish complaint against me. Long story short, I used to go over to the ICU unit to barrow supplies (med/surg units NEVER have enough flowmeters or suctions). In order to find out who the charge nurse was that shift, you'd have to check the white board names. The ICU staff felt as though i was specifically seeking out certain individuals. They also complained that I was looking down the hallway (units face one another).
QUOTE] Could this have something to do with the situation you spoke of in your thread involving a co-worker and rumors/gossip/innuendo?
I was called to HR for a petty childish complaint against me. Long story short, I used to go over to the ICU unit to barrow supplies (med/surg units NEVER have enough flowmeters or suctions). In order to find out who the charge nurse was that shift, you'd have to check the white board names. The ICU staff felt as though i was specifically seeking out certain individuals. They also complained that I was looking down the hallway (units face one another).
QUOTE] Could this have something to do with the situation you spoke of in your thread involving a co-worker and rumors/gossip/innuendo?
Sounds a little like they think they are the "cool kids" and you are a nerd. Probably thought you were getting too comfortable on their side of the gym. It's not like you are allowed to even speak to them ya know! You must be proven to have the coveted "X-factor" before you can do that.
I really think you should start looking for another job. I don't think you are long for this one and it is best to leave on your own terms. Dust off the resume and see what's out there. Reading between the lines it sounds like they are building a case to fire you. Based on the info you have provided this wasn't harassment and if these people are out to get you they know now that HR is supporting them not you. Grossly unfair so protect yourself and try to get out ASAP.
Specializes in ICU, School Nurse, Med/Surg, Psych.
I can't believe that an educated professional, qualified and proficient in their profession would kiss a$$ ass much as abbaking advised. Buy my own equipment to use on clients at work where I am an hourly employee?? I can tell you that I have been fired from better jobs than this one sounds like and have NEVER been unemployed for more than 1/2 an hour -unless I took time to get a coffee. Good grief. where do you live that nursing jobs are that scarce?? or do you work in such a specialty area and don't want to leave it for a better job? You think I'm being harsh but this is why nurses need to unionize, because some are too scared to stand up for proper employee treatment. And PS - she said she was called into HR not called to talk to the DIRECTOR of HR. big difference.
i have it on good authority that you touched my station as you went by too. don't think i won't retaliate. i perceive your touching as being threatening and malicious. especially when you touch my desk and i'm not even there. i don't feel like i can trust you with my desk, how can i trust you with the equipment you're coming to pick up? how do i know you won't take that suction tubing and wrap it around someone's neck in your twisted need for excitement?
don't think i don't know that you are thinking about me.
it's not a joke i'm making, stop looking at my post.
this is my thread. my thread
obviously someone has the suction tubing wrapped too tight around their own head - canoehead, let go of the tubing - i said let go of the tubing before your head falls off!!!
No there is not - I was called into HR to discuss these petty a$$ issues. Looking down the hallway and looking at a whiteboard are considered harassment. What's next - Saying good morning is considered Rape?
I am avoiding that unit like its the H1N1 flu.....
When I have to leave my unit I stare on the floor so I don't violate the rules of Looking down the hallway.
I would rather walk through the gates of hell naked than to have to deal with those idiots ever again.
Now I have on my personnel file a complaint of harassment.
And I'd be sure there was a rebuttal from me filed right next to it.
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canoehead, BSN, RN
6,909 Posts
Excuse me, but they were annoyed that you looked at them, clearly they were looking at you at the same time. Double harassment!!
Have you thought about Saran wrapping their toilet yet? Just don't look at anyone.