I may lose my job quite soon
The hospice is looking for redundancies
I want to share one story
A story that has nothing to do with matrixes or redundancy scenarios
It’s all about nursing.
A few years ago my gentle lonely patient asked me what my bucket list was
Of course it was all about her, but I shared gently that I had never danced in public even though my ex husband was a professional dancer
She smiled and giggled and asked me a favour
Would I dance with her ?
She told me that she loved that special dance on Ally McBeal and she asked if we could dance it together
And so we did, one morning after medicine round
We pushed the drawer set against the door, so no one would walk in
And we watched the video together
And then we danced
She in pyjamas and big fluffy slippers
Me in my uniform and fat belly
She died the next day
And I was with her
And it was the worst and best day at work ever
I may lose my job soon
But I know I delivered that day with that special patient
Every nurse at risk of redundancy will have a similar story
Bless you for giving that lady the best last day of her life!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for this turn of events. That is such a beautiful memory to hold on to.
ReplyDeleteLinda from Alabama
A wonderful story and memory. I'm sorry about the need for redundancies. Of course it's not fair, but we both know how Life operates and have been in this spot before. Best wishes to you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift you gave that lady.
ReplyDeleteNo words, John, just a hug. xx
ReplyDeleteJesus John …….what are your bosses doing?
ReplyDeleteLee
I've seen the excuse of 'redundancies' before. It's just an excuse.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love your story.
XOXO
I’m crying ….wtf
ReplyDeleteKeith
Xx
I recall your sharing this story several years ago, and I cried then and again today.
ReplyDeleteHoping the Anglesey MP & MS are successful in their request for assistance from the Welsh Government for funding to keep Holyhead open.
Xx
DeleteOMG, John, what a memory! Sad but glad. I can't imagine them losing you in a redundancy move.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear this John. Sad for your colleagues and the patients as well.
ReplyDeleteThis remembrance blew me away. Thank you John. Linda from PA
ReplyDeleteIf you do lose your job you now have a new line of work ahead of you. What is more, you will have finished your nursing career in a very worthwhile role, doing good things for people whose lives are ending.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful John. It brought tears to my eyes. So kind, what a lovely moment for that lady.
ReplyDeleteJean.
And your patient's last wish was given. A last dance. Beautiful story John.
ReplyDeleteLoss of a job is always terrible and brings hardship.
Can you use your combined nursing and new counselling degree in the private sector? You are highly qualified and would be a great asset to any employer.
I'm sure many of your patients remember you, and I'm sure there are many times you went beyond the call of duty. My grandmother always wanted me to go into nursing. I just didn't have the stomach for it, so I went with the sharks in the legal field. When one door closes another one opens. Sending love and best wishes. Galestorm
ReplyDeleteJohn. I love that story. You made the woman’s day so wonderful. I am sad about St. David’s. Take care. Carol in Atlanta
ReplyDeleteThat is a good death.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful story and very sad news about job loss. Seems like everywhere I turn we are reading of bad news. Hard to keep positive and happy thoughts. I would love to learn how to dance!
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