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Sep 11, 2004 02:04 PM

Changing careers. Get me outta here


I've had it. I started nursing later in life. I'm in my forties now and find I just can't do it. I thought I could but find I'm not comfortable with the amount of self doubt I have. I am a LTC nurse which I love. Recently started in a home where I work alone and no one else around to ask questions of. It's lonely and scary. Things eat me up. I'm scared of making the "fatal mistake". I'd like to leave my job and just carry on with the rest of the day instead of beating myself up. What's happened. Can anyone share some insight. I'd like to start anew but not sure which way to turn. Give me the biggest rock to crawl under please.


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No. 1
Old Sep 11, 2004, 06:41 PM

Maybe you weren't ready to work alone yet. You might feel more comfortable in a hospital setting (where you can ask questions).
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Old Oct 02, 2004, 10:42 PM

Originally Posted by JellyBean1
I've had it. I started nursing later in life. I'm in my forties now and find I just can't do it. I thought I could but find I'm not comfortable with the amount of self doubt I have. I am a LTC nurse which I love. Recently started in a home where I work alone and no one else around to ask questions of. It's lonely and scary. Things eat me up. I'm scared of making the "fatal mistake". I'd like to leave my job and just carry on with the rest of the day instead of beating myself up. What's happened. Can anyone share some insight. I'd like to start anew but not sure which way to turn. Give me the biggest rock to crawl under please.
Maybe you are working in the wrong setting. The beauty of nursing is there are lots of options outside of ltc and hospitals. Hang in there and don't get down on your self! Trust your instincts and your education. Let us know how you are doing
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from mattsmom81
Old Oct 03, 2004, 05:58 AM

I agree with Hypnotic...your post reads like a new nurse who might enjoy working as a team with other nurses...look for another workplace is my advice.
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from jenago
Old Feb 10, 2005, 04:55 PM

Hi there,
I can sort of relate to your situation. When I graduated nursing I also had a lot of self doubt and still do which is why I haven't worked as a nurse yet. From what I have heard, working as a LTC nurse is more challenging than in a hospital setting because the RN is bascially in charge and in can be scarry for some. Try discussing with the Director of care or your supervisor about your concerns and maybe find out if they have clinical support. This may ease your anxiety.

Believe in yourself. You can do it!
If you are really unhappy, try finding a job in a hospital setting, or ask to be put on a shift where thier are other nurses (RN's or RPN's) in the building who you can ask for help.

I hope this helps.
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