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West Tennessee Healthcare

My first weeks of orientation were the worst experience as an LPN and only LPN on the floor.  If the floor had 5 or more patients, I was automatically assigned the 5 and the rest were doled out to the other RNs. I was constantly being looked down on for only being an LPN in the other nurses' eyes.  No respect from the other nurses that were RNs.  If you don't have the correct brand scrubs, tumbler or stethoscope you are considered an outcast.  I was constantly given the worst patients on the floor and to ask for help with patient care such as turning and repositioning was eye rolling circumstances to other nurses (RNs).  I was not allowed to have a complete weekend off the whole time I worked there.  My schedule was automatically filled in for me with at least one to two days of the weekend every time it was put out.  So called self-scheduling!!!  I was hoping to have at least one complete weekend off in the month and because I was the LPN I was not allowed this because I was the fill in on the floor for the RNs who had to have the weekends off.   Sometimes the best you can do is try and do your best and just move on.   

The old manager finally moved up but is still in control of department. Which is one of the problems. They have the best and most hard working therapists you will ever meet ,the best equipment. The knowledge and expertise by therapists is some if the best but it's one of the worst departments on WTH. The department is cliquey and mangers play favorites with staff .you can be seasoned worker and someone starts working knows the right person they'll get your job. Plenty of PTO time but don't get to use it because there's more prn people than full time people it seems, They don't pay prn people well less than full time so it's hard to get them to work when you need them they work when they want to. Tk be a large department with latest equipment  knowledge and expertise it is one of the most overworked and poorly run department to their staff that I have ever seen.

21 to 42 patients a shift is hard for anyone to complete vitals on, answer call lights, pass ice, etc. RN’s, LPN’s, and PCT’s all deserve a HUGE raise. They are carrying this hospital and it is a huge slap in the face to not pay them well deserved wages. Bottom line is West Tennessee Healthcare needs more people. Your employees are stressed to the MAX. BRING BACK BONUSES! $50 ain’t nothing! Give them better benefits and pay, they are your front line workers! Get it together, you wonder why no one stays this is why. You go to school, earn a degree, and then a license only to make the same amount as some with a high school education. How is that going to make anyone want to stay with this company? Not to mention the people who have gave up time, blood, sweat, and tears for this place. You are the biggest healthcare industry in our little region of West Tennessee, SPEND the money on hourly wage increases. They do not want no pizza party! 

Patient Transport at WTH is a surprising way to start advancing in the healthcare system without a degree. The work is strenuous with constant walking, pushing beds, and assisiting in moving patients into beds and chairs. The hourly rate was average. Not the job role you'd want to stay in for long but there were good opportunities of advancement if you put the effort in. Management was mostly enjoyable and for some time in your shift you'll be in the same room and enjoy conversation. A great benefit of working through WTH is gaining gym membership at the Lift for free. The schedule was somewhat flexible and there are morning, afternoon, and night shifts. They offered 10 minutes breaks and also 30 minute lunch breaks if your shift was long enough.

Have worked for many companies in the west tn area and this service by far has the most opportunity to advance. Pay could be better in some areas but others have made good improvements. Lots of opportunity for overtime and bonuses. Management willing to work with your on schedules. Lots of different shifts and flexibility. Can get off when I need to and are given lots of vacation time. Good benefits and cost less than most other services around. There are a few negative people here but mostly just some that are burned out and need to do something else anyway. Good equipment and units are maintained. They have their own mechanics. They get anything you need for your job. Online schedule program thats nice. You would not regret working here, most that leave come back.

Working at West Tennessee Health Care has been a rewarding experience overall. The environment is fast-paced and can be stressful at times, but the support from colleagues and leadership helps ease the pressure. Teamwork is emphasized, and departments generally collaborate well, especially during emergencies. Management is responsive to feedback, though there’s room for improvement in communication and staffing levels.

Training and development opportunities are available, which makes it a good place to grow professionally. The patient care standards are high, and it's fulfilling to be part of a team that truly makes a difference. However, shifts can be long, and maintaining work-life balance can be challenging depending on the role.

Overall, if you’re passionate about healthcare and thrive in a dynamic environment, this hospital offers solid experience and a strong sense of purpose.



What is the best part of working at the company?
The insurance is good and reasonably priced.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The job itself. High stress no matter what dept you work in, or what location you're at.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
There's a lot of favoritism within the company and it definitely shows. There is definitely a lack of communication in certain departments. Certain managers do literally nothing but walk around all day and be nosey, trying to see what other department's employees are doing so they can go tell the managers of that dept. Other managers sit in their offices all day with  "regular" employees and talk about everything but work, and laugh. Not productive at all.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Nothing.  I no longer work there.

I have worked for West Tennessee health Care for almost 6 years and I have met some interesting people and I enjoy my coworkers. I have learned how to get along with different cultures of people and how to balance work within the eight hours of my job. The management will work with you if you have an issue and if there is a problem they will take care of the situation. The most enjoyable part of my job is seeing people that I know that have asked me to pray for their family that is sick in the hospital or visiting with them in the hospital. Everybody needs prayer and I believe that the hospital is not only a place to work at but also a place for healing. 

I work full time and I work 12 hour shifts. 12 hour shifts can be over baring at times. I do miss a lot at home as far as my kids playing their sports and school functions but that's the way life goes. I manage and balance my schedule.
I learned that in the healthcare field you can not take things personal, you have to bare and grin it no matter how bad things get keep a smile on your face. Patients and the family members can feed off that vibe, 
I have a great team on my floor. I work on the Pulmonary floor (A9). We work as a team and we seem to work well with each other.
The hardest part of my job is trying to please everybody and also trying to keep a smile on my face, It is a stressful job but I wouldn't trade it for anything.
The most enjoyable is getting to know my patients and talking about our families.

This organization has weak senior management that makes uninformed decisions which causes unneccessary delays and wasteful spending.  High employee turnover due to poor leadership decisions and patient high volumes.  Impossible to initiate any changes.  Mid- management is not supported by senior leadership, in turn, neither is the staff.  This organization has so much potential to be the leading healthcare provider in West Tennessee under stronger senior leadership.  Sad but true. Trust your employees to do their jobs.   Include the employees that are affected in decisions.  They are the experts.  Just ask.   

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Registered nurse 8 salaries reported	$36.24 per hour
Respiratory therapist 1 salary reported	$75.00 per hour
Patient care technician 4 salaries reported	$13.95 per hour
Licensed practical nurse 1 salary reported	$20.27 per hour
Patient access representative 3 salaries reported	$15.21 per hour

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