I'm a new grad working on a high acuity cardiac/icu step down floor. It's very overwhelming at times and I **cherish** my days off. I am full time and my usual is to work three 12-hr shifts. So, when I am not working I am literally called and asked to work everyday. The floor is always short (they don't seem to keep nurses long on this floor)....
So short at times the nurse manager charges and the usual charge nurse takes patients. I feel so guilty when I don't answer my phone and work. Does this happen alot where you work? I've went in a few times when asked on my days off, but I always end up tired and regretting it.
Should I feel bad about not going in more? Does this make me look bad as a new grad and new hire?