Published Apr 5, 2004
CCU NRS
1,245 Posts
I just had maybe the worst twelve hour shift I have ever had. It wasn't that it was an extrememly difficult assignment. It was just how things progressed and eventually finished.
I don't want to violate HIPPA so no details but it was one of those types that go bad really quickly. Serious condition that went to critical then to grave and finally to Terminal.
I have lost people before and I know I will again but this was so abrupt and the family so distraught that it was wrenching.
I guess I just wanted to get a little closure myself.
Thanks
Reabock
97 Posts
Got to be the full moon coming on Monday, some nights just really Suck. Sorry it was so bad.
Tweety, BSN, RN
35,418 Posts
Sorry you had a bad night. I'm sure you did a very good job. You're a good nurse. Take care.
suzanne4, RN
26,410 Posts
Unfortunately, we have all had the shift from h***, and can't wait until it is over. Sorry that you had such a rough one.................hopefully they will be far apart for you.
:balloons:
MarkHammerschmidt
153 Posts
But wasn't that patient lucky that they had you there, trying so hard?
purplemania, BSN, RN
2,617 Posts
Best wishes to you. I am glad you cared enough to do your best. ((((()))))
Thank You All for your words of kindness and courtesy. I am feeling a bit better today I worked in the yard all moring and did a little communing with God which always helps.
jnette, ASN, EMT-I
4,388 Posts
Thank You All for your words of kindness and courtesy. I am feeling a bit better today I worked in the yard all morning and did a little communing with God which always helps.
(((((HUGS)))))) my Friend.
So sorry for the tragic turn of events, and the pain involved for ALL.
I'm glad you were able to re energize... my favorite place to do this is in my garden where that kind of"communing" comes so natural.
Know that your presence made a difference to all the lives you touched. Now allow your own heart to be touched and healed. :kiss
jboysk1
7 Posts
I just had maybe the worst twelve hour shift I have ever had. It wasn't that it was an extrememly difficult assignment. It was just how things progressed and eventually finished. I don't want to violate HIPPA so no details but it was one of those types that go bad really quickly. Serious condition that went to critical then to grave and finally to Terminal.I have lost people before and I know I will again but this was so abrupt and the family so distraught that it was wrenching.I guess I just wanted to get a little closure myself.Thanks
I have had those shifts too. Be still for awhile things will be alright :balloons:
I got back on the horse today for a while did a Open Heart Recovery everything went very well and I had a good day!