Re: New grads working in nursing home Originally Posted by BABO
How is the, patient load, are you gaining support from co-workers, because I know usually at nursing homes the nurses have been there for many years and are more set in their ways. Are you getting the experience you need?
The patient load is rough. On a good day, I'll have 30 patients. I vary from finishing super late (due to paying too much attention to patients) to finishing on time (and feeling guilty for snapping at patients and rushing off cuz I have no time). My coworkers are set in their shortcutting ways. But they're also helpful when I need answers or support. Students are my saviors!!!! With sooooo many diabetics and gtubes, I'm so glad to see anyone in an all-white uniorm walking thru the doors. This work tends to be too routine. I'm getting tons of practice with passing meds and prioritization and time management. I still feel like I'm missing out on sooooo much!!!! Anyway that's just my experience lol...
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