Sometimes I cannot believe what I read on this site. I really can't complain about Nursing here in Australia, as compared to the States its a fantastic place to work as a nurse. If I were you, I would let the media know what is happening to you as nurses. Even just your local paper, surely the people of your Community whom you serve would stand by you?
I feel so sorry for you, and I hope you feel abit better for talking about it here, but more importantly, I hope those lazy nurses read it!!!! Perhaps you can get some of the weekly nurses to say something to the lazy nurses. The more I read about the way nursing is in the U.S. the more 'gobsmacked' I become. All the best to you.
Your Message touched me, and I just had to write to you and wish you all the best for your future. I'm sure you will make a wonderful nurse. God bless you-hopeful2