sorry Medic is going to VENT

[usarmymedic1]

I have this OTR (occupational therapist Registered) that no one like personnaly or professionally plus she hates the rest of the therapy staff she talks SH*T about everybody does not do the job like she should is a lazzy BIT*H. Even the rehab Director hates her and he is the most forgiving true christian man I have ever meet. she has been told three times change or your gone. the company I work for just refuses to fire anyone. the nursing home Director ( john) would get rid of her in a heart beat if I said somthing to him ( ban her from building). everyone in the building hates her.  I have never hated someone this much she is a rich spoiled brat that tells everyone that she works becouse she wants to but she does not need to.  plus she is Diabetic and eats and drinks more suger than anyone else I know. I am ready to quit this job that I loved up until she started working. what would you do? need advise thanks for anyone that responds sorry to vent

[nurserehabeducator]

From the tone of your message, there is probably things that are not going the way you would like them to at work.  Your message reveals a person that is unhappy with their job.  The focus of your frustration, at this time is with your co-worker and the supervisor that won't discipline the co-worker.  I imagine last week your attention was focused on another problem, and the week before and so on.

Your career must be a priority!  You have to be passionate about what you do If you do not enjoy what you do, it will slowly creep into your family, your social life, and your health.

[nurserehabeducator]

Resign!  Life is too short.  With your degree, you should not have a problem getting another job.  The tone of your message tells me that you are very unhappy where you are at and I believe if this person left there would be something else you would not like.  I think you need to really search your soul to determine if you really want to work there.  Find a job that makes you thrive, that makes you excited, and that makes you know that you are helping someone.  With your degree, you have the chance to make a difference in people's lives and that is what you need to be doing.  I believe you are not in the right place and just think about the way you could feel if you were doing what you probably went to school for;  many people have a dream when they go into healthcare and that dream usually involves making a difference in a patients life and being better than healthcare workers you have seen.........the number of hours you spend at your job is usually more than you spend with your family...change jobs immediately!  Find a job that excites you.  You can do it and just think about how your mood would improve!

[troubleinohio]

if you leave and get a new job, chances are there'll be somone else there that you cant stand either, lol.  I think its nearly impossible to find a place to work at where someone doesnt get on your nerves...

[flmagi]

OK, this is just my opinion, because I use to be in a management position and had to deal with these types of situations.
If this woman was doing her job, and doing it really well, then people don't have to like her. But if she's not performing AND no one gets along with her etc., then management is doing a great disservice to the company, other employees, the patients and to this particular person by not letting her go. One extremely bad employee, can disrupt the entire work atmosphere,  drag down moral and cause mistakes due to mental distractions.
I wouldn't quit a job you love that still has the possibility of being a great work environment (minus this employee). I would get together with a few other important, respected employees and bring your grievances to the director.
One bad apple can spoil the whole bunch, baby.

[Jacqui805]

Most of the time, people who act miserably, ARE miserable.  They may ACT like they're all high on themselves while they're b*tch slappin' everyone around verbally, but it's often because they are so miserable inside.  I'm not suggesting you feel sorry for her...what I am suggesting is that think about this when you have to deal with her.  You DO love your job and like Avis said, you probably are like most and you NEED it too.  

Now, as far as patients are concerned...her treating them with anything less than respect, empathy, and compassion is inexcusable.  IF she is treating THEM this way too, someone needs to do something about it.  It is POSSIBLE, that YOU could try to talk to her about this, but if you DO, I'd do it AWAY from work if possible, or at least not in view or earshot of anyone else....she's less likely to be honest with you if anyone else is around, and let's face it, that should not be heard and seen by your patients.  I'd probably do it in as strong a manner as I could, while showing her that you are firm about her behavior being wrong, but that you're also tryin to help HER and that you are extending your hand to help her if she needs it --IF I chose to confront her...and I'd first address an issue that JUST happened...as a way of broaching the subject, and for an example to her.  You have to be careful though about who's above whom in the political ladder and if it's YOUR place to handle this or not.  

If no one can do anything about it and she's NOT doing this to patients, then I think you need to keep in mind your love for your job and for your patients.  Say to yourself that she is probably miserable...say to yourself that your patients need you and without you being there, they'd not be getting the great care you give them.  

....and venting is a good thing btw...sometimes that's all you need to get back in there with that weight off your shoulders.....

[avisg]

Remeber this is a job you love and she is one person .I know sometimes that one person can make thing so difficult you just want to give up.That is only going to hurt you and I bet like most of us you do need your job.In time if she continues they will have to fire her from the sounds of it .It may not be today or tomorrow but it will happen .hang in there

[122 Tactical Fighter Group]

Everyone needs to vent sometimes, Army - Is there any possibility that her personality is related to her medical condition? That would be my only caveat about dumping on her. I personally dont think that you should even have to think about leaving a job that you like. And it sounds like the supervision is a little light if she has had three warnings and no attitude adjustment. I have been told that is why they call it "work" though. And, as I am sure that you know, workers in that field are in high demand. Its a tough one......but if majority thought is that she isnt pulling her weight and is a morale problem ....... she is probably not an asset to the corporation. You take the high road as long as you can though -