Is it time to move on?

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:55:12 GMT

Cool thanks for answering my questions! I'm really excited now! It's going to be a long 2 months!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Maisy — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:52:32 GMT

A lot of practices do have accommodation and it will say on the advert if it does. So far I haven't had to do anything regarding tax etc, but I've kept copies of invoices that I give to practices, receipts for petrol/books/CPD etc in a folder so that I have everything to hand come the end of the tax year. You can do your tax returns online which I have been assured is straight forward (!), however as long as you keep records of all work done, you shouldn't have a problem.

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:47:29 GMT

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I left my long term job in the summer to start locuming as it was something I'd always wanted to try-I love it and would recommend it! There is a lot of work around, more so if you're willing to move around the country, and the demand is higher in the south east especially. It's interesting to work in different practice, I've been with the PDSA, a busy 1st opinion/ referral hospital, and 1 vet/1VN practices so always a change. If you don't really like where you're at, at least you don't have to stay long!

I'm with Carlton Professional and Northern Locums and am self employed. Some agencies will work with umbrella companies so they arrange tax/NI for you but I prefer the self employed option personally. Only downside of course is you don't get holiday/sick pay, but overall the pay can work out better than in permanent positions especially if you work solidly! If you were to sign up with an agency many have positions that start from January so you wouldn't have to wait long.

I'm really enjoying it and would recommend everyone to try it

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Do most positions come with accommodation? I am about an hour away from london so not to far but don't fancy having to commute all the time. I went to quite a few different practices during my uni placements and found this really interesting. Is it hard to be self employed regarding paperwork and things like that? Sorry for all the questions!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Maisy — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:35:29 GMT

I'm really enjoying it and would recommend everyone to try it

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:26:15 GMT

I've been doing a lot of thinking and I think I'm going to try locuming. I need to get out of where I am and I don't just want to go jumping into any old job. I was just wondering what people have thought about locuming. I have always wanted to try it as I think it would be a great experience and I would learn a lot. Is there a lot of work around? I'm not going to start looking until the new year but do I just sign up with an agency? Sorry I really don't have a clue

Re: Is it time to move on?

rachel w — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:03:56 GMT

Good luck

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:31:53 GMT

Now feeling really positive about moving on! Spoken to my mum's bf (who is pretty much my dad!) and he's told me to go for it! Made me feel a lot better about it all! Now just gotta find my dream job! Best get my CV sorted!

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:48:32 GMT

this...... is true....!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:44:37 GMT

They are looking for a new lab tech where I am now. I wouldn't want to do it all the time though. Only so much wee I can deal with :P

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:37:32 GMT

OOh, there is a veterinary lab technician job going in Oxford... my friend sent it me, she knows i luuuurve labs!!! If you are interested, i can ping it over from work tomorrow, looks awesome and the salary, well HELLOOOOO! i'd LOVE to do it, but wanna qualify first...

Re: Is it time to move on?

rachel w — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:34:18 GMT

That is v true i think i've spoken to jo once on facebook after the 1st baby and then all of a sudden theres another one!!

I agree ur not used to your full ability when i moved i found lab work a nightmare spoilt with malcolm and trevor but now i'm quite happy sat up in our lab looking for bugs, and love clinics although some of my clients test my patience but there worth it

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:30:35 GMT

Dagnammit!!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:29:44 GMT

Haha she's never on it. Too busy having babies!

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:27:47 GMT

I just found Jo on your FB. WAHOO! i knew she must be there somewhere

sorry... hijacked the convo....*shhhh..... slinks out quietly*...

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:25:09 GMT

I still keep in touch with a lot of people who have passed through. Good old facebook! Yeah I think because I have been to a few different practices throughout my training, it's made me think about how things can and should be done. I want to be doing lab work and nurse clinics and actually seeing clients. There are so many skills that I'm not using. I don't think it helps being on here either! lol

Re: Is it time to move on?

rachel w — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:19:06 GMT

You'l still keep in touch with people when you leave u learn who your real friends are, i went on holiday with shelly two yrs after i left and still keep in touch with people, finding a new job is exciting i think learning whats out there and how other people do things is great, also being able to have a nose round places while on interview is interesting,

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:09:39 GMT

Thanks Rachel!

I think I'm ready to move on. I thought things might change once we were in the new hospital but I'm starting to realise they won't. I will be very sad to leave as I've made some great friends and I have learnt a lot from my time there. I just feel like I want to push myself further and I'm not going to do that if I stay. It's just a question of finding somewhere else to go now. It's quite exciting actually!

Re: Is it time to move on?

rachel w — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:55:37 GMT

Hiya, I'm sorry your desision has come to this but you are a bloody good nurse and i can see how recent events have got u down, speaking from experience of where you are now (literally lol) get out there apply for jobs and i assure you moving to another practice will make you an even better nurse, you need to spread your wings and see how far other places will stretch you, trust me i've learnt so much since leaving and actually allowed to have my own opinions and stretching any ideas i have, if you need me pm me. :-)

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:36:42 GMT

Cheers me dears! I really hope I find something!

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:29:54 GMT

you want me to ping you anything i see? im on the websites everyday, lol!!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:23:13 GMT

Yup!

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:21:55 GMT

thats because our argument wins. oh yeah!!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:19:52 GMT

I go to the young farmers agm every year and you just have to get on with it. My old housemate used to bring up fox hunting in front of me and I have gone mental at her for it. She doesn't anymore :P

Re: Is it time to move on?

A Little TLC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:14:21 GMT

to be honest, i have applied there, but i think its why they never reply to me, let alone reject!!! stuff 'em!!

i have had run ins in the past when i was in practice, and i stood my ground, in fact they ended up a bit stumped, muahahah!!!

actually one of my best buds is a farmy type, we agree to disagree, and she doesnt ever bring it up in front of me cos she knows i get aggro, lol!!

Re: Is it time to move on?

Kim Buckley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:11:07 GMT

Ah yeah. You do meet a lot of people in this job like that I'm afraid (including my old uni housemate!). You've just gotta ignore them and get on with it.