Healthcare

The hospital system closest to my home went bankrupt and closed down about a year ago due to private equity. The neighboring systems have had to pick up the slack but it just isn’t enough. I had to fi… more

I noticed that everyone in my office uses a certain brand of water bottle called owala which I had never heard of before. And then when I was looking for a coffee mug all I saw was these owala water b… more

Looking for a study partner ..studying for CPC (Certified Professional Coder). Does anyone have any study tips or tips on taking the actual exam?

I’m trying to pare down my email newsletter subscriptions but want to stay up to date on healthcare news. What are your must-read newsletters?

I don't understand people who say they want challenging work... have they just not experienced personal hardship? Life is challenging enough, I would like some peace and predictability thank you v… more

I’ve picked up so much incentive pay over the last six months that my bank account looks amazing, but my mental health is in the gutter. I’ve reached a point where I’m addicted to the overtime checks … more

I’m a Radiologic Technologist with a bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Sciences and recently became an Epic Radiant Non-Invasive trainer. For the past two years I’ve been trying to transition into healt… more

What do you think about the nursing refresh course? I would like to go back to work.

I did a 15 minute interview for a dental office interview on the phone for a receptionist. I’ve done a little bit everything in my father’s dental office, except handle patients dental insurance. Tha… more

Why does the healthcare family vibe always feel like it’s used to manipulate us into working while sick? I woke up with a fever and a brutal cough, but when I called out, my manager asked if I could a… more

I worked in this field since 1984. I truly enjoy what I do.

I tried to tell a funny story about a code brown at dinner last night, and my non-medical friends looked like they wanted to vomit. I forget that things we find normal or hilarious are actually trauma… more

As we all know, healthcare just keeps getting more and more consolidated. I live in a rural area, and our local hospital, which has always been part of a bigger group, has recently centralized everyth… more

I read an article about how many people consult ChatGPT for medical advice and it is only correct part of the time. I personally would never trust it but I am curious what others think. Is this someth… more

A patient’s family sent a massive gift basket to the drs and nurses, but since I’m a lab tech, I wasn't allowed to touch it. It’s a small thing, but the invisible departments always get left out o… more

As a new college grad, how do I leverage my skills? It seems like nowadays, a college degree doesn’t really help you get jobs. So what can I do to learn fast and get a job fast if I am struggling? Tha… more

How do you feel about accepting homemade food from patients? It has been coming up a lot lately and I feel very on the fence. On the one hand it can be hard to resist a treat but on the other, there&#… more

Is anyone actively planning an exit strategy into a less physical role before they hit 50? I’m 28, and I’m looking at the older clinicians who have been here for 30 years and have multiple orthopedic … more

Another digital update landed in my inbox this week. I support innovation, but sometimes I just want stability for a while. Do you feel change fatigue where you are?

At what point do you say, "Enough is enough," and quit your job because of burnout or just stress in general? How do you decide when that is, and have you done it? What can you tell me about… more

The cafeteria closing at 7 PM when the night shift is just starting is a hate crime against healthcare workers. We are literally keeping people alive in the dark, and we can’t even get a fresh cup of … more

I’m struggling to find a front desk receptionist please help me! It has not been easy at my current job.

Hello! I am a licensed Pharmacy Technician. I have completed my externship, now I am looking for a position as a Licensed Pharmacy technician. I have yet to become certified due to having trouble with… more

My coworkers have a massive group chat where they vent about the day, and sometimes they share vague stories about difficult patients. I’m terrified that one day someone is going to post something a l… more

What is the equivalent for a vp lead data analyst role in Citi?is like a junior manager or just a senior

"Hi everyone! I’m currently exploring new opportunities where I can leverage my dual background as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer and Senior IT Specialist.

I specialize in bridging the gap betwee… more

I have been seeing lots of news stories about measles outbreaks. Has anyone here seen cases at your facility ?

I had a patient frustrated about waiting times, and I understood completely. I just wish we were not the visible face of a system we cannot fix. If you have ever been in that spot , How do you handle … more

Does your dentist make you sign consent for every procedure that you get done or do they only make you sign for procedures like extractions? Currently redoing my office operations and wondering what o… more

If you are a patient or with someone who is a patient, and you have a lot of training—say, as a nurse, pharmacist, doctor, or nurse practitioner—do you find it hard to bite your tongue when you feel l… more

I just found out that a coworker was talking about me behind my back and saying that I was unreliable because I don’t always respond to emails same day. To me, emails should be responded to within 2-3… more

👀How can you get a micromanager to give you some space?

For those of us who hold a state license, have you ever stopped and thought about how the state agency is not on your side? They are always on the patient's side, no matter what. It seems like the… more

I’ve been the Skin and Wound go-to person on my floor for three years, and now I’m stuck doing every complex dressing change while my own patients wait. Management won't give me the title or pay o… more

I had a patient frustrated about waiting times, and I understood completely. I just wish we were not the visible face of a system we cannot fix. How do you handle that tension without taking it home?

My workplace did another round of layoffs and this time it included a colleague of mine who has been out on medical leave. She found out while she was recovering from surgery. Is this legal?

Every week someone mentions leaving healthcare for something calmer. It does not feel dramatic anymore, it feels normal... Do you want to leave?

I was curious if you were a part of your state or national organization for your profession. I have never participated in that because the dues are pretty expensive, and I have never actually seen any… more