Well, work was a disaster. The other care assistants were not that nice. As I'm only in training I haven't a clue what to do. Everyone just left me standing. I'm really disappointed! Have to go back tomorrow, what fun I didn't mind the work, but its just the people.

take a deep breath....
I work as a nurse preceptor and have seen just about every kind of new nurse....some are good , some well..... I think that the most important thing is to remember you are not there to change her life, but more than likely on that given day you could make a huge impression on your patients. I am always impressed with those new nurses you do not try to impress me, the ones that get so caught up in being a nurse they forget that I am watching every move they make. GOOD LUCK!!! Q.

improvement??
hi, hope your new job has improved. I have been a health carer for many years and have just completed 3 years as a student nurse and am now qualified. I find that in a new placement or working environment, always seem interested and always ask questions, never struggle as your patients will suffer and that is not good. it will get easier as days go on, you are there for your patients not to get on with every one. enjoy, i do XX

Martina - Sorry it was rough to start. Did your opinion change?

No, I'm afraid I packed it in. Back to retail for the time being. I'm not totally giving up on nursing as it's what I REALLY want to do, but I just need to think of another way round it

Well, the hard cold truth is that you have to toughen up a bit. Not everyone is going to be nice to you and hold your hand. You have to show some initiative by digging in and helping without being told what to do. There's always a bed that needs to be made, or ice water to pass, or resident to shave or someone needs help combing their hair or getting dressed or eating. So you should be thinking "What can I do to be of assistance here?" That will go a long way towards improving your relationships with your co-workers and your manager.