I work at a hospital, as Patient Care Tech, the floor is hospital.

7 Comments

1. Melissa NobileMarch 23,2026 at 12:37PM UTC

   Do the best you can. Those patients - the worst ones - can become your favorites if you really get to know them.

   My mother - an RN who cared for 50 patients with 3 PCTs on the weekends when 5 PCTs and 3 nurses would be the optimal number - always said, put one foot in front of the other and keep going. Patient care is hard work. The patients might not appreciate what you do, but the families do. You got this.

2. Yvette SimpsonMarch 24,2026 at 4:46PM UTC

   Thank you ?

3. OLIVIA JOHNSONMarch 24,2026 at 5:32AM UTC

   Hi there Yvette!

   So sorry to hear that this experience is not going so well for you. This is close to my heart as most of my family has been in some kind of patient care.

   Please rest assured that what you see and feel is valid. It sounds like the plight of 'the great patient care worker'. Often heard it from those that operated at a high level of patient care and service.

   My best advice is to revisit why you got into this profession in the first place. This is going to be the tough part, but this may require a mindset shift. Float above what the others are doing or not doing, cause it doesn't sound like the best way. Rely on how your patients and their families feel about your care. Strive for certain things every day that fulfill you about the job, some for the patient, some may be selfish lol...a patient smiling or laughing with you, a family member thanking you for what you do, (selfish) when you help a coworker with their patient and overhear or hear the patient say they wish they had you lol. Whatever it is, focus on those things daily. IF you wanna make it fun, maybe create a daily goals checklist with these items. Who knows someone may see it or you could suggest it for a week and end up changing the entire work atmosphere (I'd include help a coworker with a patient just in case it ends up being used amongst the team :).)

   Hope this helps.

   Praying for the best for you!

   Coach Olivia

4. Yvette SimpsonMarch 24,2026 at 4:49PM UTC

   Thank you for your response, I am hoping maybe I could transfer to another floor or perhaps out of patient care entirely it’s affecting me mentally and emotionally. I always dread going to work and lack of support the more you do the more you get crapped on and no one is an advocate for you . The staff is very clicky so I don’t stand chance because someone is always against me then for me . The manager isn’t supportive so your alone .

5. Boby BryanMarch 24,2026 at 6:51PM UTC

   Being a Patient Care Tech is hard work, and it’s frustrating when the team isn’t supportive. Try to focus on what you can control: document situations, set small boundaries when possible, and don’t hesitate to speak to HR or a supervisor if things feel unfair or unsafe.

   If leaving isn’t an option right now, maybe start quietly exploring other roles or departments when you can — even small changes can make a big difference. I’ve seen people track work stress and patterns using tools like Phonexa just to better understand what’s draining them and when, which can help you plan your next step.

6. Jennifer WehrendMarch 25,2026 at 12:37PM UTC

   Yvette, have you looked at other jobs in the hospital that aren't bedside care? Look for patient service rep or patient access jobs or anything else that you think you would like. Also, does your Hospital offer a mental wellness program for employees? If so, reach out to them as it is normally free for employees. I'm a 16 year Respiratory Therapist and the hospitals are pushing more responsibility to CTA. I understand your frustration. Please know you are doing a great job and I hope you can find a solution that benefits you.

7. Yvette SimpsonMarch 25,2026 at 5:04PM UTC

   Yes I am really looking and hope a door opens .