In the 22 yrs I worked as an RN,I "floated" for 2 of them on the day shift. I remember how uncomfortable I was going to ICU,CCU,and especially to rehab. It was totally foreign to me! Still,I treated everyone the way I would want to be treated,with respect and caring. Why else would I be a nurse? Believe me,at times it was very hard i.e. when I got things thrown at me (once by a doctor!!),when I was kicked,punched,etc. This was in an acute care hospital in Springfield MA,about 15 miles from my home. I can honestly say,I never disrespected anyone,but lots of the patients disrespected me;some were confused (totally not their fault) and some were just nasty,mean people. I say if you're a nurse or N.A and you can't treat people decently,get out of the profession. Unfortunately, a lot of people go into the nursing field because it pays well. Too bad they can't somehow screen that type out. I'm sorry for all who were mistreated ;it should never happen,ever. Cheryl
