can i be denied medical attention? was sick at work and couldn't leave because no "coverage"........
i work as a weekend supervisor for the state in a long term care facility. i went in sick because they said they had no one to cover for me. i got worse and told them i needed to go to the ER. the DON on call said i couldn't leave. they didn't have anyone to cover for me. i was so dehydrated i went over 24hours without urinating. i know as a nurse i needed iv fluids and more. is there anything i can do about this?........
2006-06-26 02:51:33 · 6 answers · asked by Terri h 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Your work can not deny you to leave, if you are sick you have the right to leave. If they fire you, then you can get compensation from FMLA because they wrongfully fired you. Unfortunately, you did not know that they can not fire you for being sick-especially when medical attention sounds like it was absolutely necessary.
2006-07-05 06:13:51 · answer #1 · answered by DispatchGirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can be denied medical help if you cannot pay. In fact, most doctors will demand 100% payment up front, or they will let the person suffer and die.
2006-06-26 10:46:31 · answer #2 · answered by innocence faded 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You Must take care of yourself- If your employer truly does not allow for this, find a new employer. As a nurse, your employment opportunities are many and your employer has very poor practices-vote with your feet if they will not listen to your words.
2006-06-26 10:02:50 · answer #3 · answered by hope 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just drop on the floor and fake convulsions for a bit :-)
2006-07-03 22:50:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should've talked to your supervisor in person, sweetie. I hope you're feeling better. *HUGS*
2006-06-26 09:56:33 · answer #5 · answered by Julie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!!! It' s the law.
2006-06-26 09:57:25 · answer #6 · answered by Vagabond5879 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋