Nurses take to picket lines in Northern Ireland

The transcript features a nurse discussing her reasons for joining a picket line, highlighting the increasing challenges in the nursing profession, including workload, staff shortages, and inadequate wages. She reflects on her extensive career, noting a decline in work standards over the years, and expresses her passion for nursing despite the difficulties.

What are some of the main challenges the speaker faces in their job?

• Inadequate training

• Limited career growth opportunities

• Increasing workload and stress

• Lack of job satisfaction

Why does the speaker find it difficult to continue working despite their love for the job?

• They are not receiving enough recognition

• They are unable to perform their duties effectively

• They are not interested in the field anymore

• They have found a better job opportunity

What emotional impact does the speaker experience due to the challenges in their job?

• They feel indifferent

• They feel motivated

• They feel hurt

• They feel excited

How long has the speaker been working as a nurse?

• 25 years

• 37 years

• 40 years

• 30 years

What does the speaker mention about the work standards over the years?

• They have declined

• They have remained the same

• They have improved significantly

• They have become more flexible