Maria Myers
CandidateA Moment of Victory
You know what, let's not talk about the negative stuff today. Instead, let me share a little win. You remember that grumpy old man in Room 203? The one who always shouts at us for no reason? Well, he finally thanked me today. Just a simple 'thank you' but it felt like an award, you know? It's these small wins that make nursing worthwhile for me. Does it work like that for you, too?
Doesn't always work like that for me. Some days, the small wins don't seem enough. But, good on you for finding joy in it.
That's why we do it, right? Those little thank you's are better than any bonus check.
Ah, reminds me of Mr. Johnson in 407. Wouldn't even look at us for weeks, then one day out of the blue he just smiled. Makes the 12-hour shifts worth …