I wont let you get to me!

Nurses LPN/LVN

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Specializes in Geriatrics.

Yesterday was a long day at work (LTC). Was suppose to have a hospice admit in the morning alng with everything else I had. I did as much paper work as I could do and was still behind the whole day. I kept my head up and struggled on to get things done. Ended up that the new admit was going to be late and end up coming on the next shift.

When giving report to next shift the nurses were ****** about the admit, which I can totally understand. I explained that I did all the paper work I could for them so they wouldn't have so much. The nurses were plain out right disrespectful! After report it was time to do narc count and the nurse looked at me and angrily said " GIVE ME THE KEYS!" it took all I had to not just throw them at her!

I know she was mad at the admit, but I didn't do it! I actually did most of it for her! But why take it out on me, and her attitude will be seen or felt by the residents.

All I can do is think it thru, hold my tongue, and try to be understanding for her. But if she took the time to listen she would understand that I had just as rough of a day. What do you think or how do you handle moments like these?

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I would just hold my tongue and get away from the angry coworker as soon as possible. Perhaps next time you should reconsider how much you want to do to make it easier for this person since she doesn't seem to appreciate your efforts.

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Specializes in Geriatrics.

I agree but I'm to professional I guess. Just bugs me that people act like that! Grrrr

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I think you handled it correctly. Her bad attitude will catch up with her eventually. Bravo on staying calm and professional!

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Specializes in Geriatrics.

Thanks! Trust me it took a lot more energy to not say anything! Lol

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Wow, some of the things I read on here...I just don't know how I am going to handle these situations if they happen to me. I have gotten old and cranky and I just will not...cannot for very long even when I try....put up with anyones attitude. I would have just stood there with the keys and it would have been a stare down and god help her had she tried to take them from me. I think I am going to have to start yoga or meditation or something or else I won't last long!

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Specializes in Geriatrics.

Lol maybe I should try yoga! Trust me I saw in my head keys flying in the air! But I held my composure.

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