The Joys of Working In Healthcare
a Dancing With Distraction acrostic entry
Does any part of me still want to "go back" and keep pursuing that career?
I honestly don't think
So because I shudder at the mere
Thought of
Returning to languish in agony in
A place where I must wait on hold for hours listening to bad music before attempting to
Convince (or coerce) representatives of overpriced insurance companies
That they should really consider "authorizing" the care
I know my patients deserve and need
Only to be told that (in their wallets eyes) my skillset is
No longer necessary and anyway, it won't be reimbursed.
About the Creator
Donna Renee
Hi! Thanks for reading! My hobbies include making coffee, drinking coffee, and starting to write a story and then rage-deleting it when I get the slightest bit frustrated.
Work in Progress: WOWH, cozy mystery (paranormal elements)
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Donna your story is relatable for many who've faced a similar crossroads. Always choose a path that leads to happiness and fulfillment.
That is some harsh truth there. well done.
I felt this personally; healthcare is heartbreaking. Great poem!
Raw truth wonderfully written!!! Left a heart!!!❤️❤️💕
Wow Donna, I work in a preschool and thought this was going to be along the same lines as how I felt about my job. (Somedays not a big fan). But somehow I think your job would be a lot more heartbreaking. The worst we encounter is ignorant parents that don't know how to handle their kids, but I feel like ignorance is bliss compared to people knowing what they are doing is hurtful and making that choice anyways. Aka denying insurance because they don't feel like paying to help someone... just sad and awful! I'm happy you got out of that job, it sounds really heartbreaking!
I couldn’t imagine dealing with insurance companies they make more money the less care approve great writing I could feel the frustration flowing off the page
This goes for practically/almost every job that exists. Burn out and the wish to flee, runfarfaraway. So well said Donna. The lucky few find their dream.
I actually feel the same about teaching. 😂😂😂😂
Aside from the fact that this is skillfully crafted and has an almost hypnotic type of beat to it, the subject is spot on. And as a social worker in the health care field, I agree that this major issue is a distraction from the true needs of patients. Keep fighting the good fight!
Well, that's depressing 😣 What a horrible way to have to work. Or live. ❤
Truth!
You captured something important. Nice job!💙Anneliese
This is something very relatable and beautifully written. 💖💖
That was heartbreaking extremely powerful. So packed a huge punch in this poem! You're so brilliant!
I could feel the frustration there... Great poem Donna !
yeah, ouch.
The frustration in this poem is palpable. Amazing work, and many hugs to you.
I think poetry works perfectly to hammer that kind of message home. I found myself nodding with every line. Thank you!
Great poem, well written. Just wish that it wasn’t true 😕
Donna, this is brilliant, and so brutally honest! Well done!
So well said. Love that you put the word "wallet" in there.
Your poem is terrific Donna. As to the subject, I doubt my opinion is sought by anyone who has to deal with it.
Awesome message and beautiful poem
Amazing! I won't lie, it conjured some really bad memories I have with the healthcare system, but it made me appreciate the poem all the more.
Amazing, Donna! I really love how you did this 😍 Such a powerful message!!