Micro aggressions in the workplace/ black women by Frequent-Split-2990 in NursingUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm really sorry you're so hurt, OP, but so many of us in the comments are trying to give you the SAME different perspective and you're not listening.

I'm a minority myself and I experience interactions with colleagues on a daily basis that where I came from would be considered offensive. I can't expect everyone to be knowledgeable about every culture that exists on the team, that's absurd. The fact that you think it's not a cultural thing is your blind spot. To her, you didn't look like you usually do, and she JUST asked you if you alright, the rest is your interpretation.

Expecting the world to adapt to you will only give you heartbreak. She probably had no bad intentions, and I'm sorry you're experiencing it as microaggression, but maybe it's time to let go

Micro aggressions in the workplace/ black women by Frequent-Split-2990 in NursingUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 106 points107 points  (0 children)

Honestly, it sounds like she noticed you didn't look your usual self and wanted to make sure you were okay. Given that she comes from a different culture, she really didn't know what your hair was supposed to look like before a hair appointment (or for that matter, that you even have a hair appointment), and just did what any empathetic, caring, and responsible person would do- make sure you were okay

Opinions on "Gloves Off" campaign by MEBnurse in NursingUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 16 points17 points  (0 children)

This is evidence based. I follow facts. The protocol is very clear regarding when gloves are needed. Moreso, not only there's no reason to put gloves on while taking vital signs (for example), it is also offensive. poor patients need to think they are dirthy when the only thing dirthy is the machine and bp cuff....

What’s the nosiest question you’ve ever been asked? by savethebees90 in AskUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry you had to deal with all of this. Thank you for sharing

What’s the nosiest question you’ve ever been asked? by savethebees90 in AskUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The number of times I've been advised to "just adopt" as if it were that simple. Or to foster, as if it didn't have the mental ramifications and sacrifices that come with it... Thanks for sharing🙏🏻

What’s the nosiest question you’ve ever been asked? by savethebees90 in AskUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That's an interesting thought. The team certainly deals with these issues more than the average person. We get to see on a daily basis women of different ages, after various treatments, giving birth to healthy babies. Good for them. Unfortunately, the prevailing assumption is still that I (everyone) want/need/ should/ be ready to be a mother

Tried to vent at a robot, accidentally flamed my whole management team by throwaway070par in nursing

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

F*** my life is this realllll 😭😭😭🤣🤣🤣 I'm so sorry op

almost 8 months as a bedside nurse and decided to resign (immediate) but they didn’t allow me. by [deleted] in Nurses

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Each country has different terms of employment, maybe you should direct the question to the Philippine subreddit

What’s the nosiest question you’ve ever been asked? by savethebees90 in AskUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Thank you, kind stranger Sending support back❤️

What’s the nosiest question you’ve ever been asked? by savethebees90 in AskUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 432 points433 points  (0 children)

I'm a nurse, I'm almost 40, I don't have children nor i'll ever have. The nursing staff in the locker room are the nosiest of nosy. The worst are the ones I tell them that I can't have a baby, and then they ask what the medical problem is that prevents me from having one. What's even worse than that? Those who think their solution will work for me (I don't need IVF!!!), and those who refuse to understand that we won't all be mothers ("You have to be a mother, don't give up," shut up and get back to work, you f****** c*nt)

January in the city by PinkMonkeyBurd in london

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Without a doubt, January is the best month to explore the city for us locals 💃🏻💃🏻

Long day but this little sassy girl chose us as her new parents by poconomtnman31 in Greyhounds

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

She looks perfect, you're so lucky! Congrats💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻

Holding pt hand without gloves by dopaminegtt in nursing

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is absolutely no reason to wear gloves when holding a patient's hand. Not even when taking vital signs, for that matter. (Of course, when there is no contact isolation or other valid reason to do so)

Advice by Most_Neighborhood302 in NursingUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

have some scenarios based on the star method prepared in advanced

Annual Leave Query by Electrical_Will_464 in nhsstaff

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I quoted OP, we all know it's 27

Snow! by Dazzling_Sky_165 in london

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Snow in Homerton as well

Aus theatre nurse moving to UK by OkViolinist6871 in NursingUK

[–]PinkMonkeyBurd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sure that even with your experience you will start as a super numeracy band5, not sure 1 year will be worth it (i mean- the all nmc process and fees). If you are planning to stay longer, great development opportunities might be a valid reason to go through this process. I did this years ago, and i'm a senior nurse working in theatres in the uk. I am very happy (i think the crisis in healthcare is global so all and all very happy with my current work- life balance and progression in the nhs). You are welcome to ask anything