I started in the career of becoming a nurse and found that it is very rewarding. But at times very disappointing. There are highs and lows. When it comes to the patients you need lots of patience. I work in a skilled nurses facility (snf). There is long and short term patients.
I have just gotten my licenses and been practicing for just over 3 months. I never thought it would be so hard and overwhelming. I wonder at times what was I thinking and other times it is the most rewarding time in my life. Just with a simple smile of someone recognizes me and giving all their trust in your hands. It is crazy at times. I hope that I never end up thinking this is just money and pop pills and move on without know the patient my name.
I have found that most nurses only know the room number and not the name of person inside the room. It is very sad when you address this resident at a person and they who and you name the room number and they so "oh yea". But is that because I have just become this new adventure.
Well if there is anyone out there can help me answer this question please feel free to pass your thoughts on.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
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I think patients feel more valued when they're acknowledged by their names. I would think they would want to try harder to get well. Not to mention, the human connection is what pulls us through.
I didn't know you had a blog! Keep it up!
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