The pay is low for the experience and education needed in a critical care environment, especially compared to nearby facilities. The providers have a tendency to be bullies and condescending towards the core nursing staff. The lack of input from staff for policies, especially concerning scheduling and floating. Recent implementations have restricted scheduling even further, with removal of every 3rd weekend bonus for senior nurses and choosing your own holidays. Upper management says they want to hear our opinions about these types of changes but they don't give us the opportunity to do so.
