I need some advise. I have been a nurse for 2 years. I started off in telemetry, and have been in the ED for about 8 months. I know a lot of ya'll would think that I am still a rookie at this, and of course there are times when i feel that way, but I am just loosing interest in this career. I found myself the other day looking on the internet for a position in nursing that doesn't involve taking care of people lol. I really am getting tired of caring, even though I feel bad admitting it on here. I like fixing people, and making a difference. I do not like, excuse my attitude, kissing someone's butt for hours at a time.
I feel like I walk into my assigned rooms, and it goes something like this,
RM 1: "Grandmaw needs to pee!!"
RM 2: "I am cold, I need more blankets!!"
RM 3: "Grandpaw's finger is shaking!!
and so on...
I find myself interested in switching to paramedic, but the pay cut seems painful. In reality I am very nice to my patients and get complimented often on my positive attitude, but at times...although it doesnt show..I think I would just like to roll some of these people off of the ER ramp.
Anyway, I guess my rant is over. What should I do? Does anyone ever feel like this? Even a little? Thanks for any responses, will check back soon.
