I have been a RN for 20+ years. I am so sorry that I chose this profession. Over the years, I have been giving more than 100% with not much thanks or appreciation. There is some, but not enough to make this profession rewarding. Now that I can retire in a few years, I know I no longer want to be a nurse (actually knew this 15 years ago) and would rather waitress like I did when I was going to nursing school. I am sorry to say this, but when I meet anyone who is in school to become a nurse, I want to say DON'T DO IT - but bite my lip.