Kelliebear

I completely agree - I work in LTC and it has turned into a political nightmare - upper management expects us to work with very limited staff all because of the almighty dollar - these are not little old ladies sitting in rocking chairs knitting sweaters - many of these people have multiple medical issues - I work in the dementia units often and the behaviors are a handful while still trying to pass meds, do treatments, etc. - I love my residents but dealing with the families is tough - I am also a family member as my father is a resident in the same facility so I see it from both sides - I just accepted a position in a clinic doing phone triage - I do not feel like I am "wasting my degree" as some people have stated to me - I am doing what makes me happy before I burn out completely - there are many options in nursing and each individual needs to choose what they can excel at while still enjoying going to work everyday!