Franni

I too sometimes wonder how we that care for others can be soooo rude to each other and make for a horrible work place. I've come to realize that not only nurses but ancillary depts. do not treat each other with respect. WHY CAN'T WE JUST GET ALONG! Have people gotten so busy they have forgotten the golden rule!? The other day I was calling another dept. asking a question and I thanked the person by responding "Thanks so much your an angel" and she laughed like she didn't know how to respond to such a compliment then in returned thanked me. Is it so difficult even when we are busy to remember please and thank you, as well as working as a team. I know my 12hr work day would be a lot better if we only got along. The unit I work on has begun monthly outings and we have found it really does help to get to know your co-workers outside of the workplace. We also are good about talking about something other than work. It seems to be helping the lack of teamwork.

I rotate between day and nights as well doing 12 hour shifts. But we do 4wks of one then switch to the other for the 4wks. I always try to have at least 2-3 days off between the two schedules. Doing 4 weeks at time gives you some routine, however hopefully I won't be doing this forever.

You obviously care about people because you are going into nursing, so don't change. It is okay to cry, I'm a pediatric nurse and we cry all the time. It is okay! As a patient's family I would be comforted if my nurse cared about my family member enough to cry.

Nikki, once agian congrats nursing school in no easy thing as you found out. Keep your head up, you'll do fine on the NCLEX. I took my 3years ago and remember all to well how you feel. I suggest reviewing weak material such as lab values, drugs, etc. and practice answering quetions. Also take your time reading the guestions, remember that it's not the right answer but the BEST answer. GOOD LUCK!!!!!