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Sorry to hear of your situation. I've also become very irritable, etc. I switched to part time. I hope it gets better.

Try not to schedule three or more shifts in a row, it's a killer. I just worked last Fri Sat Sun. off Mon Tues and worked Wed Thurs Fri. I'm useless today. I did not schedule myself this way, mind you. This is why I am going part time. I can't...

I have a white gold wedding ring with diamonds set in the front of the band. The gold part in the back is discolored and I get a bad rash underneath from washing my hands too much. I have to get it re-plated. I wear a yellow gold eternity band ring...

1. Be polite and respectful to EVERYONE on the unit. Remember, you are the newbie. Everyone on the unit has an important job to do. Introduce yourself to everyone. Say please and thank you. 2. Check and double check your medications and orders. 3. A...

I asked for a reduction in hours and will be part time soon. I bought a few cute things for my kitchen on ebay. Other things I do on a regular basis: Read a good book. Try a new recipe. Take a long walk. Play with my dog and cat. Visit family. Hang...

One of my co-workers figured me out. LOL

Hello A few months ago I wrote my "I'm burned out" post and seeking advice re: per diem status. I've requested a change to part time status and it was granted. It won't come into effect until June because I agreed to work through the next schedule. ...

Thank you! Cutting back hours in this stressful career can only be a good thing. :) Grandee: You have really been through a tough time! Best of luck to you.

My first job was part time. It was hard to find full time in Peds and I wanted to work Peds. I worked extra shifts sometimes, and I was ok. I'm planning on going back to part time in June. Full time is too stressful for me now.

Lately every day I go to work it's a horror story.

Run! Run far away!

Nursing is hard, stressful work. It ages a person fast. I see the nursing students on my unit, and I feel so sorry for them. If you have a good job, and a nice life: Keep it. If you want to make a difference, do some volunteer work. You will be b...

I have never used a current NM as a reference. All potential employers understand.

I'm so sorry, and I know how you feel. This profession can be gut wrenching. (((Hugs)))

No one but the patient should ever push the PCA button. It might be time for a reevaluation of the patient, perhaps it is not appropriate for him/her to be using a PCA pump.

Hello I work FT on a busy Peds unit. It's a toxic work environment for many reasons with a high turnover rate. I am stressed and burnt out to the max. The heavy patient load, constant precepting and being in charge is wearing me out. Not to mention t...

Glad to hear that, MilitarySpouse. I find that if I work only one day a week, maybe two it is easier to manage. We'll see, I'm working on a lot of different things. Thank you. Thanks again, too SandiLa

Yes, something's gotta give. And when it does, it's going to be horrific.

I try to switch it up every few years. I work really hard, and get burned out. I'm there again, but I'm older and my body/spirit just can't take it anymore. This job running up and down hallways etc. is for the younger people. (I'm 40) I worked t...

You're welcome, and good luck!

wow, just wow. When are hospitals going to get it? when?

I really feel bad for the newbies coming in. I precept a lot, and see the reality shock hit them like a brick. I do all I can to toughen them up so that they will survive. If you don't set boundaries with people upfront(pts. families, etc.) your shi...

I am at the point where if I never saw the inside of a hospital again, I would be happy.

I just want to say A BIG THANK YOU to all of you for your supportive posts. I felt like I was losing my mind, and you really helped me feel better. I hope I didn't leave anyone out.

Penname: Thank you, I'm glad you found a niche in agency nursing. I've also considered that. SandiLA: Yeah, I'm afraid of the same thing happening. I might just resign and sign up with agency. Thank you Smilingblue: Yes, toxic is toxic I agree. I...