The place I currently work, is like this. We have one nurse that has been here for years and sets the tone for everyone. When we hire new nurses, they either join in, or leave. I have managed to do neither at this point. I recently received a promotion over her and became the "day shift RN". Life for me has not been easy. However, I love nursing, I love people. Management knows about the problem yet does nothing about it. The problem is the negativity not only affects the other staff, but also many times affects the patient care, and let's face it folks, that is why we are here and in this profession, to help people. I am at a loss how to make things better for myself, the patients and the rest of the staff.