[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Suzi

There is so much wrong with this: drugs are illegal; she is stealing; what about the lingering effects of morphine, demerol or whatever she is stealing? Would anyone like to be the recipient of her care if your blood pressure is falling and she has a drug hangover? How about the acceleration in the amount of drugs she needs to get the same result?

As far as the smoking and/or obese (I'm NOT saying "overweight") being not hired: smoking and obesity lead to increased illness - more than other employees. That leads to staff shortage which theoretically could impact someones life or death. We have all read about doctor and nurse shortages but until you personally need that doctor or nurse you don't think much about it. Staffing is a problem in critical areas and more sick time can result in severe consequences.
Most hospitals have "zero" tolerance for alcohol consumption and on-call.
Even cannabis stays in the blood stream for many, many days.
If I'm in critical condition in the hospital fighting for my life, if I had a choice, I would like a "healthy" person taking care of me - thank you!

Well, it looks like the same old smoking fat person would be taking care of you. The decision to not hire smokers DOES NOT apply to medical staff.

Good news (I guess?)is that the billing department, the janitor and the cooks will be in shape.