Need some advice

I'm not really sure what to do at this moment regarding my health and my career. I went to the DR's yesterday for a re- check and he really wants me to take a combination of Paxil and Ativan. I know the combo will make life liveable again. It makes me feel like my "normal" self. The DR also told me that my insurance won't cover a full cardio workup because its "not needed" considering I had a couple EKG's in the past and a cardio work up at the ER when this all started again a couple months ago. Nothing was found and I have no risk factors. No one in my family has ever had a heart attack etc. I guess I agree on this but now its bothering me somethings really wrong and I'm just thinking its all anxiety. Anyway, the problem is I talked to the director at the hospital I work at and he told me that I can't take the meds and continue to work. I understand why I can't I just don't know what to do. I like my job but should I want my health more? Anyone have any ideas on what I should do?

BTW-the ativan makes me high, mellowed out and feeling good, but I'm in no state to think quickly while on it.

That's a very strange response from your employer. I know nurses and doctors who suffer from anxiety and depression like everyone else and are able to take medication without any problems. The only issue would be if you were performing surgery or critical care of some kind.

Medical professions and hospitals have unique rules and regulations dealing with professionals who require medication for a variety of conditions. These should be spelled out very clearly in the hospital's employment handbook or medical ethics standards.

Are you dealing with the EAP officer or HR department? They should be able to provide appropriate assistance to you.

That sounds reasonable to me. Let us know how you're doing!

I guees I was just a bit late in reply lol
Sounds about right to me
Great going glad to hear it
LYN