Egluntyne Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I used to be a nurse...in a previous existence. In fact I was a ward sister. Bloomin' hard work but I loved it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I used to be a nurse...in a previous existence. In fact I was a ward sister. Bloomin' hard work but I loved it. That explains a lot!! *runs and hides in the sluice* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I used to be a nurse...in a previous existence. In fact I was a ward sister. Bloomin' hard work but I loved it. That explains a lot!! *runs and hides in the sluice* i was thinking the same but daren't say it! *runs and hides behind snowy!* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 Cheeky mares! I'll have to put you both on false teeth cleaning duties. Just don't collect them all up in the same bowl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 take no notice Eglutine! I bet you were a very good ward sister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susanbb Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 Cheeky mares! I'll have to put you both on false teeth cleaning duties. Just don't collect them all up in the same bowl. Just how many times has that happened in any nurses' career. In mine it has just been too many to mention...................and no I was not one of them. What about sluice cleaning duties eh Oh, back in the day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 Cheeky mares! I'll have to put you both on false teeth cleaning duties. Just don't collect them all up in the same bowl. My Mum did that when she was doing her nurse training! I got put on thermometer cleaning duties and dropped the bowl, shattered the lot I'm also a nurse. I spent 7 years on the wards then went into Occupational Health nursing about 16 years ago. It's a brilliant job, I've worked in acute and community hospital settings; fire and ambulance services; banks and telecomm centres; prisons and factories making everything from cars to glue. Self employed now, but only do one day a week. The rest of the time I am mother to 3 boys, church secretary, run a toddler group and am a recycled bag lady!! I like variety! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I work 14 hours/ week over 2 days in a bank- I think I have a really good work-life balance. The rest of the time I'm a full time mum to Alexander & Ethan, my weeks are chock a block with playschool runs, my exercise class, walking (speed- supposedly!) with my friend, taking Alexander to football training, going swimming & out to various church meetings both on Sundays & weekdays. I love it! It's a good job hubby is good at cleaning & shopping as I never seem to have time to fit it all in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I'm also a nurse. I spent 7 years on the wards then went into Occupational Health nursing about 16 years ago. It's a brilliant job, I've worked in acute and community hospital settings; fire and ambulance services; banks and telecomm centres; prisons and factories making everything from cars to glue. Self employed now, but only do one day a week. The rest of the time I am mother to 3 boys, church secretary, run a toddler group and am a recycled bag lady!! I like variety! I believe you keep a few hens too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahJo Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I used to be a Medical Rep. Then had my two boys, and stayed at home for 7 years. In-between, have been a Mid-day assistant and Kitchen assistant at the boys school - and full-time chef, driver, animal tender etc at home. Now I am using my eduation - again - and am a Lab Technician at a Girls School ( yr 9 - 11 ), primarily biology and general science. . Great to be in a job where I get same if not longer hols than the boys, and I finish in-time to pick them up from school everyday. OH does the drop off in mornings - and is also very good at housework. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMO Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 After many years in the hotel industry hubby and I saw the light and are now both self employed. Marc has is own DIY/Handyman business and could work 24/7! I am partners in a venue finding business for companies arranging conferences and events all over the world. AMO x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krysia Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I work for a company that EPOS (Electronic point of sale) equipment, Cedit card / chip and poin payment machines. I have worked there for 5 years and before having Ash I was a full time team leader on the helpdesk I returned 2 days a week (working 16 hours to cram the time in but on less days)but the Team leader job share just didn't work so I am now a 'quality assessor' looking at the quality of service our helpdesk provide to the public / banks. I am loving my new role and the fact that I only work 2 days do have loads of time with Ash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonie Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Stay at home mum to my ickle one year old. Previous to that a manager at a well know union. Currently trying to start my own business with a childs well needed product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandajane Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Hi, im a registered general nurse, work in a NHS hospice, also work for a Hospice at home charity. I also have a another little job work in a cattery. Love it on here its great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Previous to that a manager at a well know union. I didn't realise that 'till my mum told me the other week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagullukuk Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 I am another nurse. I think the nurses are now leading the teachers on here a little behind the ladies of leisure In fact I am a children's nurse so maybe the most prolific job on here is indeed the most important of all that being looking after children!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smudgley Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 I started a new job in mid-November. I work for our local Volunteer Centre and am tasked with promoting volunteering in our area. I am not particularly enjoying my new role at the moment and am wondering whether I should've stuck with my previous role working as an Information Officer for a national children's charity I also volunteer for my local branch of Cats Protection and as a Trustee for my local Home-Start scheme. Rob Sorry to hear your not enjoying your new job as much as you'd hoped Rob. {{hugs}} I work for Guide Dogs at the Breeding Centre. I'm involved with the breeding programme. I too am a volunteer for my local Cats protection branch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonie Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Previous to that a manager at a well know union. I didn't realise that 'till my mum told me the other week. SPOOKY! It all falls into place now!! How is your Mum? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 She's fine. She was asking how Ollie is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkshire Pudding Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Another vote for the teachers here! I started teaching secondary science eleven years ago, but I have moved into Special Needs/Learning Support over the last few years. I work mainly with teenagers with emotional and behavioural difficulties. In fact there seem to be a lot of people in this thread working with children with special needs one way or another. I love it because there's never a dull moment, you have to keep constantly on your toes, and because the kids are so full of surprises. We get to know them really well (and vice versa). If it wasn't for the paperwork it'd be perfect! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisnrob Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Sorry to hear your not enjoying your new job as much as you'd hoped Rob. {{hugs}} Thanks. Let me know if you hear of anything suitable and/or interesting that I can apply for! Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura007 Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 i make spectacles. i have been at the same company for nearly 18 years!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathy C Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 I am also in teaching, of a sort, I am a tutor at the agricultural campus of a college. I used to be a science teacher in a secondary school, but have moved into purely pastoral work now ,which I love. I love listening to and helping students with their problems. Each day is completely different; on Tuesday I helped rescue the small animals whose paddocks were being flooded, such fun! Everybody I work with is so kind and It is a joy to do something so worthwhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaR Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 I've worked from home for the last 7 years doing the accounts and admin for mine/my husbands company. It has fitted in well with the children growing up but I'm starting to go stir crazy with just the four walls to look at - the grass isn't always greener! BUT...in keeping with the teacher thing going on...I am a governor at the local school and also volunteer for Young Enterprise - whereby we go into schools teaching children subjects from social responsibility and the way money moves within a community to running your own business, depending on their age. I enjoy trying to reach out to those children that are less academically minded - that exam results need not be the be all and end all to their working lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted January 19, 2008 Share Posted January 19, 2008 Another teacher here too! How are we ranking against the nurses - do we have the latest figures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
