It has been 20 years since I last worked as a nurse in a hospital.  Although I can not remember all of it now, I would like to apologize if ever I was rude to patients and their visitors during my time of training, and after I qualified.  If ever I treated you like an idiot at my mercy, I apologize.   I now realize that the last thing family members need, is Hospital staff to bad mouth you, when all you feel is concern. A smile and a comforting word from any one in charge would have certainly helped to keep some fears at bay. If you are a Nurse- and you hate your job - resign, you are doing more harm than good. If you love your job and think you are the greatest – plug in to God, you’ll feel small again.