New grad ER nurse and I’m burnt out
I just recently started as a new grad er nurse at a level 3 hospital in Texas. I have been on my own for a month & I am severely burnt out. I don’t want to go into my shifts, I don’t want to work but I love my job and coworkers. I just no longer have the drive or motivation.
I recently had a gallbladder attack due to stress and had gotten a break for a week and a half and I dreaded going back into work. I’ve always wanted to do ER or ICU and I’m grateful for my opportunity but I don’t know what to do to get my spark back. I feel burnt out with patient care and just everything with nursing.
Is it because I’m on nights? Or been sick for two weeks?
I feel like I’m not smart enough, but I get complimented a lot at my job. And my management is great but I just don’t have the drive. I pray everyday & I put my faith into God but I’m struggling.
Is this normal to be burnt out like this ?