Rbrown12

Hi there. I apologize if this isn't the right place to add this topic. I am new to this site. Lol. Now, I see if this question may come off as silly. But I am a CNA in a LTC and I have noticed that since I started, when my residents pass away I don't feel anything about it. I know that the rule is to never get attached to residents because it is unprofessional, which makes sense. But literally everyone I have come across gets attached to certain residents and when they pass away, their whole day is ruined. However, I really don't feel anything (maybe surprised at times and then continue with my work). No matter how close I have gotten to the resident. Or if they're in pain I don't really feel sympathy for them but I will try my best to fix it. I feel like this makes me lack compassion for the residents which makes me nervous if nursing is for me, since I will be starting the program in a year. Isn't compassion a major characteristic for a good nurse? Or just because I don't get attached it doesn't mean I'm not compassionate? gah. Sorry if this doesn't make sense. I just got home from the midnight shift and haven't slept.