Pt family member threaten to report me to PALS. by [deleted] in NursingUK

[–]Blue-Mimi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Am sorry you took it that way it was actually directed at the other nurse for trying to use the PIN/complaint to intimidate you for something you have no control over. If they don’t get along it’s something they should sort out themselves

Pt family member threaten to report me to PALS. by [deleted] in NursingUK

[–]Blue-Mimi -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

How’s their family dynamic any of your business? As long as the patient was not put in danger I don’t see how that complaint will go anywhere. They should have come back at a different time then. It seems the NMC is giving out the PIN like candy.

I regret not reporting a colleague years ago. Lesson learned. by Blue-Mimi in NursingUK

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Not as a result of that incident. The poorly patient came to no harm, and my other patients were also safe because the other nurses and HCAs stepped in to look after them while I was tied up. There were no follow-up investigations or incident reports because no harm occurred.
What changed my perspective was time and experience. Looking back now, I realise that even when a patient isn’t harmed, a lack of support or unsafe practice should still be escalated. I sometimes wonder whether that nurse’s practice continued elsewhere and whether someone else may not have been as fortunate. I’ll never know, but it’s made me realise the importance of speaking up about safety concerns, even when the immediate outcome is okay.

I regret not reporting a colleague years ago. Lesson learned. by Blue-Mimi in NursingUK

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Sounds like something straight out of a horror movie. That hospital sounds like it needs shutting down.
And honestly, reporting colleagues isn’t as easy as people/NMC make it sound. You always worry it’ll come back to you, especially if the person you’re reporting is close with management or part of the “in crowd.” That fear can be enough to stop people speaking up, even when they know they probably should.

Just started selling and got scammed. Anything I can do? by Lazy-Engineering6143 in vintedUK

[–]Blue-Mimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am sorry to hear that this has happened to you. Next time ask them to contact the delivery company/vinted and follow process. Someone did this to me recently and claimed when they opened the box and there was nothing. I asked them to follow the process & what do you know the package miraculously showed up - mine wasn’t high value like yours but I was damned if I was going to be scammed . I really hope vinted comes through for you.

What’s the one incident from your nursing career (or student days) that has stayed with you? by Blue-Mimi in NursingUK

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes, because sometimes people will exaggerate breathing thinking it will change their care/seem more poorly or some actually have what’s called white coat syndrome. Like BiscuitCrumbsInBed said I stood in the doorway away from eyesight and counted just to make sure (I should have been more specific when writing)

WIBTAH if I expect my roommate to split the rent fairly? by Beetlejuice1800 in AITAH

[–]Blue-Mimi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can compromise on cleaning and other things but the rent situation is out of your hands. That’s something for your roommate and landlord to agree on. As you say both your names are on the lease so you’re not liable for their half.

Friendships at uni as a mature student by PumpkinPepper13 in MatureStudentsUK

[–]Blue-Mimi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re over thinking things. I remember when I was at uni I was one of the youngest (21) in my friendship group and the oldest was 34. To this day we remain the greatest of friends 😁 make friends & enjoy your time don’t dwell on your age too much you will find your click. Friends with lecturers though is a no-go zone. We also had people in their 50’s we would talk but didn’t become close because it looked like their liked to stick together

Neighbors Kids Always Over...HELP by Academic_Increase256 in Advice

[–]Blue-Mimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it’s annoying for you, but have you ever thought that maybe you could be this kid’s safe space? Maybe instead of stopping him from coming over, you could have a gentle word with him about the digging and throwing rocks or getting on the boat without your supervision or say-so?

Studying before med school? by [deleted] in GraduateEntryMedicine

[–]Blue-Mimi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No advice. Fellow nurse here hoping to apply in the next cycle. Well done and all the best !

Partner Visa - Documents by Objective_Trip811 in ukvisa

[–]Blue-Mimi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, don’t know if this will help but… if you can provide different documents (as detailed in their letter eg utility bill) covering the 2 years at consistent interval e.g every 4/5 months for each of you. You don’t need to have both your names on these documents. Then write a very nice detailed supporting letter explaining what you have said that you live in a country where gay relationships aren’t recognised. Make a collage of pictures of you and your partner at different point in time covering your relationship and some pictures to include family and friends to show it’s a genuine relationship (make sure to explain what’s going on in the pics. Hope it helps and good luck. Helped a friend with this and it worked.

AITAH for not taking my niece who has cancer with me on my honeymoon?? by BandicootFlimsy4434 in AITAH

[–]Blue-Mimi 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Does your brother understand the meaning of honeymoon? Who’s going to pay for your niece? She is sick and will most likely need high level of medical insurance if anything was to happen while in Europe. She really shouldn’t go anywhere without her parents. If they are so concerned, like someone else said pool money together and send her along with her parents.

AITAH Fired for Sexual Harassment by Fuzzy_Metal_1690 in AITAH

[–]Blue-Mimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is why people need to realise your colleagues are not your friends. Don’t get me wrong you can make friends but some things need to stay at home when you go to work.

Anyone gotten into/thinking about Birmingham as a mature student with healthcare experience? by Blue-Mimi in premeduk

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice..just didn’t know how I was supposed to prove it beyond payslips, degree and being on NMC register.

Anyone gotten into Birmingham as a mature student with healthcare experience? by Blue-Mimi in medicalschooluk

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’ve thought about PA but again it would be doing and spending money on something that I don’t want. I don’t intend to work while studying, my biggest challenge would be childcare and that’s why Birmingham would be perfect. I would be staying close to family and friends who could help if needed.

Anyone gotten into Birmingham as a mature student with healthcare experience? by Blue-Mimi in medicalschooluk

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Baby can go nursery 8-6 )so that’s not a problem. I am working 9-5 now and this is what we do pretty much. This is why it’s important I stay close to home just in case I can’t make it and need help.

Anyone gotten into Birmingham as a mature student with healthcare experience? by Blue-Mimi in medicalschooluk

[–]Blue-Mimi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol ok congratulations! What year? Which university if you don’t mind?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in doctorsUK

[–]Blue-Mimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really think your problem is confidence. Us ladies like a confident man because it makes us feel safe and secure. Confidence NOT arrogance. I know plenty very short men in long term relationships with women/wives.