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[quote=Anonymous]I started my position when NK was 6 weeks old and she is now 11 months old.  Since I started NK has had health issues that progressively got worse after 6 months.  The last two months have been hell for all of us, especially NK and NF.  NK was diagnosed with a chronic illness that will require specialize lifetime care.  NF really wanted me to stay with them if I was comfortable and I am and I want to stay.   I love NK and know it’s best for everyone if there is consistent care.  It would be very difficult ot for NF to hire a new, capable nanny while being in the midst of all this medical chaos.

Now here is where I’m unsure of what to do.

My responsibilities and entire job title has shifted immensely but my compensation has not.  You can see why I’m posting this anonymously,  I’m sure I’ll be called a selfish greedy jerk.

But, I essentially have zero down time and work on a strict schedule of medications, tube feedings, therapies, appointments, cleaning and organizing medical supplies etc...  I’m spending a lot of my days with NK in the hospital and it’s extremely stressful.  I do feel like my hourly rate should be increased but don’t feel comfortable asking.  They didn’t expect for their child to be sick, so it’s a special situation.  I do know if I quit they’d have a really difficult time replacing me at the rate they are paying me given the circumstances.

I DO NOT want to leave NF.  So either tell me I’m way out of line for expecting a raise because NF infant is sick or let me know it’s ok if I ask for a raise.  But don’t suggest I quit, because that’s not what is best for either party.

Thank you.

(Prepared for backlash)[/quote]

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