Hi all,
I was wondering if anyone felt 12 patients was a bit much for a new grad? I love caring for my patients, but after two weeks of orientation, the 3 days I have been on my own we’re not so great.
I had 5 long term care patients and 7 skilled nursing patients. (2 with Q4hr neb treatments, all had a dressing changes, 2 with tube feedings). I am not complaining by any means, but I did feel very overwhelmed to the point of tears on the 15 min break I got. I worked from 7am-11pm at night to help out. (We work 8 hour shifts. I worked a double) I am new to this site and have seen ignorant comments on others topics. Please try and refrain from that if anyone decides to respond.
Just looking for advice. Thanks all ?