mommiedearest

I went to LPN school in my late 30's and would MUCH rather work with people who are closer to my age or older! As well as have them take care of me or my loved ones if necessary. Many (not all) of the younger nurses and aides are lacking in the life experience and compassion that is so desperately needed in healthcare. Good luck whichever you choose; I'm sure you will be an assett to the profession.

Hi, is it too late to get a copy of this chart as well? It sounds like it might be helpful for our unit! Thank you!!

*Maybe* (and I'm playing devil's advocate here) she sees that the newer nurse is still doing things by the book and won't teach you bad habits?? Or maybe she is more likely to be helpful because she has been in your shoes recently. The first nurse I oriented with (a long-timer) didn't even acknowledge my existence for the first hour, I kid you not. Even when I spoke to her she just went about her business as though I wasn't even there. It was beyond awkward. I've never met any one quite as rude. Later, when she warmed up (slightly) and after telling me her life's drama and how much she hates her job... she bragged that she is always chosen to train new people. I wish I'd thought to ask her how many of them are still working there now.

Funny what you said about working at Subway. I have found myself in Walmart at 1 am after a horrendous 3-11, and just wanting to be one of those gals stocking the shelves & joking around with each other. It looked like Heaven compared to my job!!

I'm in a similar situation as you. Started a new job in a LTCF closer to my home and really unhappy with some of what I'm seeing. (Messy, lazy, attitudinal staff, complicated paperwork) I know there is good and bad everywhere, but I must admit I'm homesick for my old unit, residents and "crew":cry: I can see how well-run it was there compared to where I am now! I've always given advice to new nurses and CNA's to tough it out for at least 2 months before walking away, because it takes that long to really know your job and the people you work with. But I have to admit, it is tough taking my own advice right now! I really struggle with their paperwork system. Having a hard time seeing the big picture of what comes from where, gets dealt with how, and goes where. It's all very abstract until I actually get in there and do it myself, but I'm nervous because there will be no one there to ask at some point. (I've always worked on 2-nurse units, where there was another nurse you could go to. At my new place there is only one nurse on each floor, and more residents than I've ever had. Plus I'm a float! And they all say that the RN Supervisors hate to come to the units to help!) I am giving it til the holidays and if by then I still don't feel good about my job, I will go elsewhere. Likely back to my old facility... right now I'm thinking maybe the drive wasn't so far after all I will be thinking of you in your situation in the next few weeks as I deal with mine. It's good to know a lot of us go through the same stuff! Good luck!!!

I feel like I was right there beside you sister! I've had days, nights, and evenings that were so overwhelming I wanted to drive away from that place far and fast, never to return! Not to mention having my car keyed in the parking lot by a nurse who I reported for reeking of booze at shift change! I've asked myself many times why I didn't become a teacher instead! Then a resident lets you know that you mean the world to them, or you work with someone who is a joy to be around and suddenly it's a great job again. Thankfully changeover only comes once a month, and hopefully you get a break next time around! God bless ya!