Late night breakthrough

Thank you. I have worked at a LTC facility too...11 years. I am contemplating a new job. After reading your post, I am reminded of how special my job really is. It might not be the highest paying, it might not be critical care, or what so many outsiders even call 'real nursing'. When I am on the floor, I be sure to take time, even if it is five minutes with each resident (ave/17 per nurse). There are some that have IV's, wound care, some for therapy after hip or knee surgery...each person is there to be treated as a person. Sometimes, it is just the littlest things that provide them with peace...which in the long run, saves us all time. I am thankful that I work in a facility that recognizes that.