Struggling overall🫠
I work at an inpatient rehab facility. I’ve almost been there a year now. Before this I worked at an ALF. I’ve only been a nurse for two years. Our nurse to patient ratio is like 1:7-8 I’d say most days, I’ve had 10 patients a few times. It’s been like this the whole time I’ve been there. I don’t know what else is out there and I’m too scared to leave because our local hospitals aren’t much better what I’ve heard. I’m a very anxious individual and the work load gets to me. I had a panic attack the other day because I was so overwhelmed. One of our charge nurses always gets under my skin too, making comments that are sarcastic and just rude. “Do I have to do everything for you” or “Why are you always so negative.” That was just in the span of about 30 minutes. I’m only 22, I’m not experienced. I’m just at a loss at this point. I’ve even thought about just leaving nursing completely. I don’t want to do an office job right now, I do enjoy the hospital setting. I’ve been intrigued about ICU/OR/ENDO I’m just not sure if I’m smart enough/good enough. I know part of my problem is a lack of confidence. I don’t do many skills like IVs, catheters, etc.. I just don’t feel like I’m good at anything and I need to stay here until I’m better but I’m drained and getting depressed. Any advice is welcome and appreciated.