I've been an LPN for 13 years in long term care. It is very very stressful and I don't even think some nurses realize how much it affects you. The facility I'm at now is not bad I only have 28 patients. I work night shift with two CNA s. It is very stressful I understand hiw you feel. But it is worth it. It is a good feeling knowing you get to take care of people. Also you become attached to the patients they r like your family. Very stressful