So long, farewell, adieu

[CapeCodMermaid, RN]

Well kids, finally time to say goodbye to the world of LTC/SNF nursing. I took a new job at a place I was told was non-profit. Great right? The management company is FOR profit. We're not allowed to cost out the meds before we admit someone but the next day I get 4 emails from corporate demanding the meds be changed. There is a weekly report to be sent to corporate that really has nothing to do with care and more to do with the cost of things...how many supplements, how many blood glucose checks, how many alarms. They don't want to know the number of med errors. They admit people without insurance, drunks, drug addicts, you name it.

The staff....they've been allowed to act whatever way they've wanted for years and have no desire to change. They don't even want to get better at what they do. Get a pay check and that's it. One woman fell-broke her hip. The nurse on duty screamed at me and told me she knows she didn't fall because two other residents told her...um...yeah...the two residents with dementia. The nurse managers have started to try to tell me how to do my job, all the CNAs say the others don't change people and tell me the residents are afraid. Why is it when I ask them, the residents tell me they like 'the girls'? I'm done.

TMI but I ended up in the hospital with chest pains. The cardiologist told me to decrease my stress...HA! The only way is to resign which I just did....effective immediately.

It makes me sad but the business has finally worn me down and I don't even care any more. It's not getting any better. I'm hoping to find a job elsewhere, if not as an RN then at the local fabric store!

I've enjoyed reading and participating in the posts here.

Good luck to all you who decide to stay in the business.

[amoLucia]

Haven't quite the words too much except "Oh, no!". ((())) to you at this time.

[caliotter3]

So sorry to read this. Best wishes for your health and a reasonable job.

[VivaLasViejas, ASN, RN]

I am SO sorry to hear this, CCM. You are a great nurse and have been a wonderful resource here for years. I hope you don't leave us even if you do leave the profession. Wishing you the very best. Viva

[nursel56]

CCM, your posts here have been so valuable to me, but your mental and physical health is more important than any job.

I know that seeing rows full of quilting fabrics always lifts my spirits! All the best, whatever the future holds for you.

[Nascar nurse, ASN, RN]

The best of luck to you! It's a sad world and we just keeping getting older and little closer to it everyday.

[meanmaryjean, DNP, RN]

I'm glad you are doing what's right for you! Keep in touch.

[tampanurse2000]

Oh No! Sorry to read this. I have enjoyed reading your posts, and hope you will keep us updated. Best of luck with future plans-take care of you now.

[twinsmom788]

I got to the point where you are 5 years ago and I've never been happier. It's still fun to read and post on these boards. Best of luck, you will know how great it is to be free!

Actually, I clicked on your post because the Sound of Music is my very favorite movie.

Cheers

[kbrn2002, ADN, RN]

So sorry to hear that. Even more sorry that a lousy work environment put you over the edge. You've been a valued member of our little world here. Please come back to us even if you stay away from the profession. By all means, take a break for yourself if you need to get away from all things nursey, but come back to say hi when you can.

[Marisette, BSN, RN]

It's sad to loose a good nurse for profit's sake. I started working in a non-profit facility recently, and learned it's all about the profit. These non profit places want to stay afloat and do whatever it takes to save a penny and profit. You may find that you feel differently after a long break. My humble advice is to keep your nursing license active and consider part time options if only twice per month to make re-entry easier if you decide to return to nursing. Your health is more important so be kind to yourself and follow your heart.

[Ruas61, BSN, RN]

I tanked on the MDS experience after all these years. I am now a UR nurse. My stress level and pissed off meter have gone to near zero. The worst PO is traffic. The right door will open. Blessings!