What I have learned as a CNA

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i have learned that when i feel i have nothing left to give and my feet feel like there is a 150lb weight anchored to them, a call light goes off, and i will run to it.

i have learned that hearing a heartfelt thank you from my patients can make my night.

i have learned that having a big heart is priceless. :redbeathe

i have learned that patients will leave footprints on my heart. some have left little marks, others have left gaping holes.

i have learned that for every belligerent and verbally abusive patient, there are 18 nice ones who really do appreciate me.

i have learned that i am never to tired to give a hug to someone who reaches out for one.

i have learned that it is ok to cry when a patient dies. it does not mean that i am a sap. it means that i have a heart. :redbeathe

i have learned that wishing a 93yo little old lady happy 16th birthday every day, makes her giggle ;)

i have learned that no matter how thankless and back breaking being a cna is, i still go in every night because i enjoy helping people. i am in my element when i am helping others out.

i have learned that laughter is the best sound in the world. especially that of someone who has been having a heck of a time adjusting to big changes.

i have learned that changing the tv channel, or fluffing someone's pillow takes few seconds.

i have learned that the elderly are shells of their former selves and they deserve a lot of respect for making it thus far in this thing called life.

i have learned to smile through the tears.

i have learned that life is too often taken for granted and to not live a moment in regret.

(i have learned that drinking beer makes me pensive) :smokin:

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Specializes in Peds, Med-Surg, Disaster Nsg, Parish Nsg.

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Thanks for all you do for people who may not always be able to say it. If I ever end up in LTC, I hope someone like you is taking care of me.

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I have learned that when I feel I have nothing left to give and my feet feel like there is a 150lb weight anchored to them, a call light goes off, and I will run to it.

I have learned that hearing a heartfelt thank you from my patients can make my night.

I have learned that having a big heart is priceless. :redbeathe

Yup. You've got it. A nice "thank you" or "you are gonna make a great nurse, I can just tell you were meant to do this" really does make me smile like a kid in a candy store. And it keeps me going, and makes me love my job, and makes me hope I never burn out. (or rather, it makes me fear burning out)

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You are simply amazing. I can't thank you enough for being just who you are, and posting such a wonderful message.

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Your residents are lucky to have such a caring person to help them :up:

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You are simply amazing. I can't thank you enough for being just who you are, and posting such a wonderful message.

Thank you for your kind words. I teared up reading your post :redpinkhe

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I have learned that for every belligerent and verbally abusive patient, there are 18 nice ones who really do appreciate me.

you dont know how much that phrase you wrote means to me. I've been working at a assisted living facility for a few months. For the second time I was called the 'N' word by a resident. But your phrase helped me to take the focus off that negative experience at work and think of all the wonderful moments i have with my other residents and the joy and laughter we bring to each others days. Thank you!

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you dont know how much that phrase you wrote means to me. I've been working at a assisted living facility for a few months. For the second time I was called the 'N' word by a resident. But your phrase helped me to take the focus off that negative experience at work and think of all the wonderful moments i have with my other residents and the joy and laughter we bring to each others days. Thank you!

You're welcome. I am sorry that you were called the 'n' word. That is just horrible :crying2:

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Specializes in Oncology, Palliative Care.

This is so great! You have a beautiful heart and you definitely have what it takes to be in this field!:yeah:

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Specializes in Family Nurse Practitioner.

I've learned that just because you can delegate as a nurse, doesn't mean you must delegate. I worked 7 hours last night before I got my break, but the nurse that delegated tasks was checking out her Facebook account and drinking more coffee.

I will never take a break knowing someone else isn't able to.

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