sfcraigs

I am in California and will keep my LTC anonymous, though it has a 5 stars rating. I am on my 5th day orienting and working on floor. 14 pts med pass, supervision of LVN with another 30 patients , 6 Cna's and a seasoned Rn for preceptor. Prior to these 5 days, I received 10 days of orientation. I will not be in charge of a floor for months. I will be considered an orientee for many months, training on different shifts and floors before being on my own. I always wanted to work with geriatrics, LTC , Alzheimer's, dementia, and hospice patients. This is my first job, and I am paid for my orientation, supported in pursuing my education with great flexibility for school. I am one semester away from my BSN. The LTC I work for is nonprofit as well as the hospice I volunteer. I have to agree with many on this forum that the amount of work is daunting and don't know if I will ever manage to finish anything on time. i chose this population and I don't regret it. Please, pursue what you like because it shows and affects everybody you work with. Be well!