I think a mixture of the winter blahs, our census being very high, and about a quarter of our staff being out sick I am heading towards burn out. We have a baby who has been tortured by us for the past 5 months getting ready to leave this world, which is really affecting me. I am glad she will finally be in peace, but the thought of what she must feel kills me.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get through this difficult time on my unit? I know that this is just one of the low times and that things will get better again. I went to the mall and wasn't in the mood to buy anything (big red flag). All the usual things that cheer me up aren't working right now.
Diary/Dairy, RN
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I am glad to hear that things are getting a little better - keep taking care of yourself!