US EditionDear Abby: I Love My Job as a Nurse, but My New Colleagues Are a Cold Bunch
NO LOC, AUG 09 – An experienced nurse with 11 years in the field faces a frosty reception from new unit colleagues despite her daily efforts to build positive relationships, advice suggests patience.
- Despite her 11 years of experience, a registered nurse recently moved to a new unit where nurses met her greetings with little respect or reciprocation.
- Amid her chilly reception, Abby cautioned patience, noting change can be difficult for everyone involved, including her co-workers.
- She caught on quickly to the workflow and feels confident in her abilities, enjoying hours that allow her to advocate for patients and build positive relationships with co-workers.
- Feeling isolated, she has gone home in tears, and Abby suggested she raise concerns with her supervisor to prevent negative effects on her performance.
- She currently regards it as the best job with the worst co-workers, and Abby advised considering a new job if relations don’t improve.
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DEAR ABBY: I have been a registered nurse for 11 years. I am experienced in hospital floor nursing and clinic nursing, and I have always been well regarded in my field. I have never had a problem forming positive relationships…
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Dear Abby: I have been a registered nurse for 11 years. I am experienced in hospital floor nursing and clinic nursing, and I have always been well regarded in my field. I have never had a problem forming positive relationships with my co-workers.
Dear Abby: Nurse transfers to a new unit, and finds shocking hostility from her new coworkers
DEAR ABBY: I have been a registered nurse for 11 years. I am experienced in hospital floor nursing and clinic nursing, and I have always been well regarded in my field. I have never had a problem forming positive relationships with my co-workers.
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