Nursing Assistant Resources On The Web

Over at Long Term Living Magazine, Kathy Mears, a former resident of a nursing facility writes about the most memorable staff she encountered. This is very motivating. IT is, often, what keeps us going back to work day after day.

Remarkable staff can soothe our souls. Some use humor, music, or they just take time to talk about any old thing with us. Those who are entertainers at heart will never be on American Idol. Others will not be TV evangelists, but they tend their flock, when needed. Some administrators get their hands dirty spreading mulch or trimming bushes just to make things look better.

Truly unforgettable staff are dependable. They show up day after day, week after week, and year after year. They see us at our best and most definitely at our worst. There is no adequate way to thank them, even though we try. They must feel rewarded by doing a good job each day and knowing they have improved the quality of the residents’ lives.

All those little extra touches and conversation DO mean something. Why we aren’t paid more is just beyond me; We are priceless.