Published Oct 10, 2014
Newbi
1 Post
It was my second training day at nursing home. And I feel I don't like how this facility take care of patients. One nurse has to take care up to 14 patients. I have been observed my preceptor who even gave Meds to patients she took Meds for all 14 patients without looking at the MAR at the same time. I felt it is not safe at all. And I think one nurse ale care 14 patients is not safe t all. I feel I may lose my license anytime. Maybe I am a new nurse and I should do a research about nursing home before before I taking this job. Today, I decided to resign my job and left in the middle of the shift. I resigned because I don't feel comfortable when I work here. My question is "anyone out there quit the job when training?"
rpsychnurse
59 Posts
I think only you can decide what you are comfortable doing. Good for you for standing up for yourself!
I have resigned from a job shortly after starting because I felt they were providing unsafe care- and I would do it again. I need to feel comfortable and competent in my job.
That being said- I think 14 patients is actually a fairly low patient load in a nursing home. Maybe a different area of nursing would be a better fit for you? Give it time and you'll find your niche!