New wrinkle

I'm getting a little (ok alot) tired of life being so dramatic. I went to talk to the Director yesterday at my hospital that just laid me off and also ran into another director there that I have had contact with because of my heart attack. The second one asked me to call her on Monday because she may have an opportunity for me. So now, I may have 2 job offers. The first one is funky hours and only 32 hours over 2 weeks. Just enough to get insurance but I don't think enough for us to live on. The second one I don't know anything about other than it seemed like it might be full time days.
So that is the update. The first director called me today to tell me the hourly and asked me if I was accepting the job. I told her about her colleage and she said, "that stinker". I felt bad, but told her I needed to find out more about this other possiblity and to base my decision on what is best for our family. She understood, but was really hoping I would take the position because she is in a bind. So I guess I should know more Monday but either way I have a job. Praise The Lord!!!!

By martzj
Posted August 22, 2008 at 9:05 pm

Awesome Tina! A great nurse is worth her weight in gold...Isn't it fun to have them fighting over you? : )
Hope this is boosting morale a bit!!!
Cheers, Jaynie

By 1spudcat
Posted August 22, 2008 at 9:07 pm

He sure does provide and he had built you to be a valued employee and nurse despite this bump in the road....What does he have planned for you!? Sure is an adventure, isn't it!?

By lkay
Posted August 22, 2008 at 9:45 pm

Tina,
That is wonderful news .... the weeks in the woods must have been good for your karma. Enjoy this last weekend of being out of work!

My best,
Laura

By Ecksunbeam
Posted August 22, 2008 at 9:47 pm

Ummmmmmm . . . . Mama,

You have to make the decision that is in the best overall health interest of Mrs. Smurf.

Remember your "new normal?"

Your daughter's are pretty much grown girls now, and as long as they continue to live at home, there is no reason they can't carry their share of the load. That does not mean imposing adult financial responsibilities on them, but it might mean buying their own clothes, books, entertainment, etc. by getting part-time jobs, even if it's only babysitting.

It's true that you may not have had a heart attack that was quite as critical, or life-threating as some others. And it appears as though you have bounced back pretty well and were able to enjoy your summer. But let's get straight--there's no such thing as a heart attack that's not serious. And I suspect that I can speakfor many women on this board--we don't want to see you have another one!

Pray on this one--but listen v-e-r-y carefully for your answer.

May the Blessings Be!

Sherrie

By kwinner
Posted August 22, 2008 at 10:26 pm

T - that's great! I know how much you loved your job and how hard it was to leave, I'm so happy - not only a job, but options! Woo-hoo! You go girl! :)
Hugs,
K

By gracie62
Posted August 22, 2008 at 10:30 pm

Tina:
Good news either way. A burden will be lifted - small or large, and we are never given more than we can handle. Prayers work and so does a positive attitude and optomistic outlook. Think good thoughts and good things will happen. Most of all, Keep the Faith - Miracles Do Happen.

Take care, Heartsister -
Dianna

By Kennarina
Posted August 23, 2008 at 12:06 am

Boy, it never rains but it pours... Whichever choice you make will be exactly the right one for you at this time. Enjoy the process of deciding which of these 'suitors' you will grace with your presence! Good luck...

XOXOXO

By arizona1
Posted August 23, 2008 at 10:08 am

I am thrilled you are able to go back to work ,no matter what job you choose. God is really looking out for you and your family.

Hugs,
Kathi

By alvera1
Posted August 23, 2008 at 12:17 pm

Tina,
I'm a nurse too, so take the easiest job that pays the most money. I know nurses and I know that we are the saviors of the world(ha ha), or at least, we think so. Nursing is hard so don't take anything that is going to be so stressful that you have another heart attack. God will take care of you, I know. In 8 years we haven''t lost our house or anything else. When times got tough, He always came through. God bless you and let us know your decision. EASY JOB.
Alvera

By Ecksunbeam
Posted August 23, 2008 at 2:40 pm

Dear Mama,

I think you will find when you get into the routine of the new school year, and institute some of the new and necessary changes needed in your life, that you will find them to be quite time-consuming. Fitting a regular exercise regimin (sp?) into your daily schedule, and learning to plan, shop, and cook heart healthy meals can be a job in itself. Especially for a family as large as yours. I think the other nurse speaks wise sense. Take the highest paying, easiest job providing that it's something you would like. She speaks from experience. And these changes may be the best thing you can do for your family. Everything good for your family is not counted in $. Having a Mom for a long time to come is certainly good for your family! Although nursing provides a great deal of inner satisfaction, it is also very stressful. Much of recovery from heart disease is about learning balance.

May the Blessings Be!

Sherrie

By heart39
Posted August 23, 2008 at 7:33 pm

Tina'
I'm glad you have options, they're always good. We've all learned that life is about so much more than our jobs. A nice paycheck isn't worth much if you don't like the hours or come home crabby or so tired you can't take care of youself & family. Think carefully.
I've been reading your posts so I know what's going on with your job & then dissappearing on us. I'm glad you had time to get away, how fun!
- Peg

By Kennarina
Posted August 24, 2008 at 12:51 pm

Another bit of advice for nurses: in our hospital, we have a staff counsellor who comes in to speak to our newly hired nurses about "Self Care". She wags her fingers at these nurses and warns them not to be like the 'typical nurse' who agrees to work a shift during flu season because she is the one who is "puking less than the other nurses who are off sick..."

XOXOXo

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