the 100% directionless thread

[GMCmedic]

Lowes still has everything I need.

 

[DragonClaw]

Lowes still has everything I need.

I actually need to buy boxes...

 

[DragonClaw]

Houston has changed me. The light turned yellow and I gunned it. Past me would be abhorred at the monster I've become.

 

[CALEMT]

Houston has changed me. The light turned yellow and I gunned it. Past me would be abhorred at the monster I've become.

Ha. Try growing up in So CAL... I don’t know if I should be impressed with my driving abilities or ashamed.

 

[VentMonkey]

Ha. Try growing up in So CAL... I don’t know if I should be impressed with my driving abilities or ashamed.

(sheepishly raised hand...) Former LA County EMT here- impressed by the tactics, ashamed of the levels of escalation and desperation.

 

[DragonClaw]

Was at work early to pick up a shift that needed to be filled. VST (they hand out keys, equipment, e.t.c) commented on how I was working hard and a lot. Boss came in, asked if I wanted to pull a double shift and be the basic on an ALS unit. I said sign me up. VST Called me the male version of a guy who works all the time. Boss said he could use more like us.

 

[VentMonkey]

VST Called me the male version of a guy who works all the time. Boss said he could use more like us.

A workaholic? Thought that was still a gender fluid term.

Congrats on the work ethic? Try not to burn yourself out, especially on the “face value” comments of your supervisors.

And before any major ranting commences, I too was once a supe. Yes, it’s appreciated, but not all of them walk alongside their subordinates.

The ones that do truly understand the meaning of the word no, and the employee’s sanity and well-being.

 

[DragonClaw]

A workaholic? Thought that was still a gender fluid term.

Congrats on the work ethic? Try not to burn yourself out, especially on the “face value” comments of your supervisors.

And before any major ranting commences, I too was once a supe. Yes, it’s appreciated, but not all of them walk alongside their subordinates.

The ones that do truly understand the meaning of the word no, and the employee’s sanity and well-being.

He would not force me to work. If I said I needed a shift off, he'd not push it. My sups are actually very "Are you rested and good? Don't push it"

A few times they'll tell us to just sleep here and not drive home if we look that bad after shift.

 

[DragonClaw]

If someone needs a ride to or from work they'll try to arrange something, even if they have to go out of their way. It might be the VST driving or them reaching out to another co worker.

They've been pretty understanding and reasonable. Especially when I'd been injured (some might argue liability and them not wanting to risk a suit) but I honestly believe they care for their employees.

 

[VentMonkey]

He would not force me to work. If I said I needed a shift off, he'd not push it. My sups are actually very "Are you rested and good? Don't push it"

A few times they'll tell us to just sleep here and not drive home if we look that bad after shift.

If someone needs a ride to or from work they'll try to arrange something, even if they have to go out of their way. It might be the VST driving or them reaching out to another co worker.

They've been pretty understanding and reasonable. Especially when I'd been injured (some might argue liability and them not wanting to risk a suit) but I honestly believe they care for their employees.

Mazel, good things. Our former owner, who’s since passed on loved this sort of employee. There’s nothing wrong with it. Just learn to tow the line, because inevitably you’ll get physically and mentally tired of work.

Learning to say no was something even I had to master. I’ve been happier for it, and it didn’t come easy to me. I’d say maybe over the last few years it has.

And yes, we all get starting off and needing the income and experience.

It sounds like a good (AMR?) operation. Not tryna be a pig, but maybe you could get @RocketMedic to take a look at them.

I hear he’s indefinitely in search of an ops with supportive management.

 

[DragonClaw]

Mazel, good things. Our former owner, who’s since passed on loved this sort of employee. There’s nothing wrong with it. Just learn to tow the line, because inevitably you’ll get physically and mentally tired of work.

Learning to say no was something even I had to master. I’ve been happier for it, and it didn’t come easy to me. I’d say maybe over the last few years it has.

And yes, we all get starting off and needing the income and experience.

It sounds like a good (AMR?) operation. Not tryna be a pig, but maybe you could get @RocketMedic to take a look at them.

I hear he’s indefinitely in search of an ops with supportive management.

I've had to say no before and will again. But with few responsibilities otherwise and an eye for shiny things, why not? I've been pacing myself, taking a few days when I need it.

I've learned a lot from picking up extra shifts . So much more exposure and pt contact. Everything. Watching everything unfold during a pandemic? Invaluable experience.

That being said I still want 911 and I'm gonna get it. But, this place isn't scary like the memes made it to be. I got a good one so far.

Even my boss's boss's boss was in the other day and took a minute to talk to me and see if everything was good. Asked if we felt properly equipped and trained . Said if anything changed, let him know.

 

[RocketMedic]

I considered AMR Houston but did not want to do transfers as my only thing so nope.
With that being said, I would rather work for AMR than with NomadicMedic or CalEMT.

 

[DragonClaw]

I considered AMR Houston but did not want to do transfers as my only thing so nope.
With that being said, I would rather work for AMR than with NomadicMedic or CalEMT.

Oof why?

 

[RocketMedic]

Oof why?

PM sent your way

 

[Qulevrius]

The plot thickens !

[emoji897]

 

[VentMonkey]

I considered AMR Houston but did not want to do transfers as my only thing so nope.
With that being said, I would rather work for AMR than with NomadicMedic or CalEMT.

Oof why?

 

[DragonClaw]

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I don't get why I'm criminal in this...

 

[VentMonkey]

I don't get why I'm criminal in this...

You’re not. I don’t think anyone is a criminal regardless of their belief systems. Others who have been here longer than me will understand the GIF.

@RocketMedic I guess I would have tagged them, not to incite, but invite. Though thems hardly inviting words...

 

[RocketMedic]

I just don’t think I would particularly enjoy working with either of them, based on what I know. Life’s too short.

 

[NomadicMedic]

Based on what I know, you’d never have the opportunity.