Tired of LTC...

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Specializes in LTC.

I'm tired of having to care for 30+ plus residents at a time.

I'm tired of some of most laziest GNAS....

I'm tired of management making the nurses take the blame for everything...

I'm tired of getting interrupted by family members when I'm trying to transcribe orders and pull medications.

I'm tired of feeling that I never gave my best because I didn't have the time.

I'm tired of the outrageous amt. of documentation

I'm tired of having to be a one on one for my demented and confused residents

I'm tired of having to be the maintenence man, dietary aide, GNA and nurse at the same time.

I'm tired of knowing that no matter what I do these residents are not going to get any better and they are there to die.

I'm tired of not having enough energy to enjoy my days off.

Tired of working weekends and holidays.

I'm tired of being tired.

I'm just so freaking tired of LTC!!!!! I am so blessed to have a job and not all days are bad. I just needed to vent and get that off my chest.

Sincerly,

Tired RN

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Specializes in Geriatrics, WCC.

Yep... thatls LTC. Been doing it so many years, don't even notice half of what you said anymore, as it just happens.

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Vent, vent , vent. I am new to this site. Seems great for nurses looking for support, encouragement, whatever you need. I am so happy I stumbled across this site.

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AMEN sister!!! ditto

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the only things that get me through the day sometimes is the knowledge that these residents need a caring nurse and someone to advocate for them.. that and a few good coworkers.. I too wish I could do more in depth assessments and spend time with my residents instead of just giving them their pills and running, running to the next.. i hope things get better for us all!

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Specializes in Geriatrics.

I totally understand how you feel from experience!!! 11 years in LTC/SNF, just got out this year...couldn't do it anymore. But, that is the beauty of nursing...there are options, when a change is needed.

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

I have the utmost respect for anyone that works LTC. It's a tough job and I know I can't hack it, so I applaud those who can.

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Well better you let it out somewhere than keeping it all in until it explodes. :hug:

From another point of view am sure many of your patients are grateful even if they do not always show it. Sometimes blessings aren't always apparent to us, but they are there none the less.

In the meantime try and find a way to undo some of the stress such as a hobby, exercise or another interest. Consider also this may be a gentle tug to perhaps move away to another area of nursing.

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I started out in LTC at 18. Right out of high school. I cared for the residents of that facility as they were my family. In fact, sometimes they "adopt" you as much as you "adopting" them. Stayed in LTC for years. Then went to psych. Awesome field, until I worked a shift for a friend in adolescents. OMG I was so sad!!! Couldn't work with teens, my heart broke for them and their parents. Got out of nursing for a brief while. Now work in peds. I recently encouraged my teenage daughter to become a CNA in LTC first (and go on to whatever degree she wants), so she will realize if she is in it for the right reason and so she will never forget where she came from. When someone says they need help she won't put on a call light for another Aide to come help. My daughter and I recently laughed, I started out with those in LTC and now with those beginning needing care. What a career I have had. Sometimes I am stressed to the end of my rope and wonder why am I even trying to maintain sanity and then when I need it most somehow I am asked about something that made me decide to become a nurse and my answer, I have known my whole life I was to be a caregiver, not just a Mom or daughter, but a servant to others. (Mark 9:35)

I am trying to get my oldest son into the field. Lord knows we need some good men in Nursing! We have some I have had the pleasure of working with, but we need more!

Bless all you who have or continue to carry that torch!

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I'm tired of LTC too and i've only been working for over a month. I am a new grad and i didn't expect nursing to be like this. Now i'm questioning if nursing is the right field for me :(

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join the club!!!! Make some time to indulge yourself by eating something you like or talking to a resident you enjoy. I find happiness through some pts that I trust and they show appreciation for everything I do. I love my job and the residents I take care of......my problem in my opinion would be some of the staff jaja lol (all i see in their heads is $$$)

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Specializes in LTC.

Thanks for the support. I needed that.

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