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Aug 22, 2008 06:14 PM

Mistake?


So when I first graduated I applied to the hospitals like crazy, but every place I applied to told me they were looking for someone with more experience, so then I went to the LTC circuit, and got a job I love! I dont get paid as much as at the hospitals, but I have a great routine, I know every one of the residents I care for, and I am allowed to study on my down time between rounds. I love the people I work with, and even though I go home tired, sore, and covered in someones bodily fluids I am genuinely happy where I am at. Well I just got a couple calls from some of the hospitals I applied to and turned down their offers of a new job. I am torn. I so wanted to work in a hospital because I wanted that experience and if were being honest the pay is soo much better, but I keep turning down these offers, and now I am wondering if I am making a mistake. Am I crazy for wanting to stay in LTC? Just looking for words of encouragement. Thanks!!


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from casi
Old Aug 22, 2008, 06:38 PM

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No, you're not crazy. You have a job you love and that's what matters.
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from Bronx_RN
Old Aug 22, 2008, 06:43 PM

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LTC needs people like you!

There are too many nurses and CNAs who are just showing up for the paycheck until something that they perceive as better comes along.
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from OregonGal
Old Aug 22, 2008, 08:34 PM

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I don't believe you made a mistake. You sound comfortable right where you are at. YOU, dear, are making a difference in those lives!!

If you don't "need" the money, I would stay with what you love. I admire you for your service in LTC.

Take care...
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Old Aug 22, 2008, 09:15 PM

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It's so awesome to see someone that loves LTC. Residents and Administrations need more CNA's like you!
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Old Aug 22, 2008, 09:36 PM

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Thanks Everyone!! I just needed to know I'm not crazy. Everyone around me is keeps telling me how crazy and dumb I am for passing up the oppurtunities, but I just feel like my peace of mind and happiness are more important than making an extra couple bucks. I so appreciate the kind words!!
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from ecmb
Old Aug 23, 2008, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by shy_wolf101 View Post
Thanks Everyone!! I just needed to know I'm not crazy. Everyone around me is keeps telling me how crazy and dumb I am for passing up the oppurtunities, but I just feel like my peace of mind and happiness are more important than making an extra couple bucks. I so appreciate the kind words!!

I don't think you're crazy for wanting to stay in LTC. LTC benefits from having people like you. But you do seem to be ambivalent about this. Why not at least go for the hospital interview(s) and get a better idea of what that type of job will involve? That way, you won't feel so torn if, in the end, you decide to stay in LTC.
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from sonomala
Old Aug 23, 2008, 05:36 PM

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I agree, LTC needs more people like you. Enjoy and don't look back
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Old Aug 23, 2008, 08:19 PM

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I think its pretty simple. If you can afford to stay in the LTC job that you have now then I would just stay. You have found a place where you are happy and are appreciated (which these days is becoming somewhat of a rarity.) So stick with what you like. If you can't afford to continue working at the LTC facility that you are at then I would suggest you take a part time or per diem hospital job and try to hold on to the job you have now so that if the hospital job is really bad then you still have your other job to fall back on.

!Chris
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from chevyv
Old Aug 23, 2008, 08:30 PM

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I have to agree with the other posters. You have found what so many people go their whole lives only wishing for. Stay where you are and be happy. The pay may be better, but you sure won't be sitting as a hospital employee.
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