Does this bother anyone else?

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diane227, LPN, RN

1,941 Posts

Specializes in Management, Emergency, Psych, Med Surg.

I have a lot of job security, make great money and I love my job, even after 31 years.

The most important thing, in my opinion, is not that the nurse is passionate but that he or she is competent and responsible. Although passion for a job can be a motivating factor, it does not necessarily make for a good nurse. One can be passionate and incompetent at the same time.

Specializes in LTC.

I chose nursing because I do have a passion for others. However, it doesn't matter why one choose nursing as long as they provide competent and quality care. Just plain and simple !

Jumelle

3 Posts

It takes a lot to be a Nurse, one would need to have some type of passion for Nursing to even survive Nursing school.

RNperdiem, RN

4,592 Posts

What drives you when you are 18, idealistic and full of dreams is different than what motivates you at 35.

Working in the shadow of job insecurity is like working in a polluted environment, the whole workplace keeps track of the latest layoffs and wonders who is next. You can feel the anxiety.

In tight financial times, I bet there are fewer parents advising their kids to "follow your dreams(however impractical)."

Reasons for entering a job are rarely so black and white as " I am in it for the money" or "I want to save the world".

We are a complex mix of reasons, some we are only dimly aware of.

WoofyMutt80

158 Posts

Specializes in Geriatrics, Cath Lab, Cardiology,Neuro.

It so irks me when anyone in the healthcare field, whether its a CNA or RN says they are in it for a paycheck. If you want a paycheck go work for McDonalds!

Specializes in LTC, Med/Surg, Peds, ICU, Tele.

You find the same thing in other professions too. How many teachers started out with enthusiasm and passion for teaching, only to end up jaded after dealing with undisciplined children and their meth head parents. The teacher stays in the job and tries to do his or her best in order to pay the bills, and lives for summer break!

People have a right to earn a living and not always be thrilled about their jobs.

Specializes in LTC, Med/Surg, Peds, ICU, Tele.
It so irks me when anyone in the healthcare field, whether its a CNA or RN says they are in it for a paycheck. If you want a paycheck go work for McDonalds!

I could never survive on a McDonald's paycheck. I do very well as a nurse. I don't relish every minute of it, however. I do a good job though.

elkpark

14,633 Posts

I figure that, as long as someone is competent and committed to doing her/his job well, it doesn't really matter to me (and shouldn't matter to anyone else) what her/his motivation is -- $$$, sense of religious calling, whatever. The end result is the same (competence and motivation at work), and that's what really matters.

Specializes in LTC.
It takes a lot to be a Nurse, one would need to have some type of passion for Nursing to even survive Nursing school.

You'd be surprised of how many make it through nursing school and not having an ounce compassion. :uhoh3:

Some people can survive nursing school with just the thought of the being a " recession proof" career.

Daytonite, BSN, RN

1 Article; 14,603 Posts

Specializes in med/surg, telemetry, IV therapy, mgmt.

Another good career that will survive the economy is the funeral business. Let's face it people live and die despite economics.

I didn't have a passion for nursing. Music and art are my passions, but I can't support myself being a starving artist.

I am dedicated to giving the best care possible to my patients. I have received many nice letters/cards and praise from staff for the care I provide.

I like having a secure job, with a decent paycheck.

Nursing isn't my whole life, and I'm a good nurse.

My point is: Just because nursing isn't your "passion" doesn't mean you don't deserve to be one.

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