I just got my LPN license August 1st, and started working at a LTC facility the 8th. I got 3 days of orientation and got thrown on the floor the 4th day of work, working 3-11 with 35 residents on my side, 4 pegs and a trach. I was trying to do everything the correct way and at 9:30 the other nurse had to step in and help me with the last 15 pts. She said you had to combine 8 pm meds with 4 pm meds to get done unless it was a b/p med or insulin. Does every nursing home do this? I think if I had to go back to another 3-11 shift i would cry myself to sleep not going to lie. I am starting on nights 10:30 pm- 6:30 am. The meds seem significantly less. Do you think this is a better shift for a new grad? any advice would be greatly appreciated.