[gnh450@comcast.net]

Dear Friends,
I just retired after 27 yrs on the job. Now, I don't like sitting at home. At 47 yrs old, I still have many good yrs and would like to help people. I was thinking of a field in nursing that I can get quick training taking care of people maybe in the waiting areas of the emergency rooms.

I do not want to dispense medicines but I can take a temp or pulse. I can sit with people, get them water and just be with people that don't have anyone. I can probably bath them too.

Is there such a needed field in nursing for just very basic care of patients. My retirement package gives me $5,000 to change my career but I do not want to spend additional monies. 5,000 is it and I want it to work for me.

What would such a position be called? How strong is the demand or is there one? Any suggestions will be welcomed.
Blessings,

Gracie Hubbard
Richmond, VA

[bsshroads]

How about Hospice Care? I am sure there must be something there for you, if you like that sort of thing. End of life care is so precious and sometimes people just need a hand to hold sometimes.

[gnh450@comcast.net]

Hi and Thank You!

I appreciate your idea and this is very interesting. My only concern is I am a cry baby for hurting people. I don't know if this is a bad thing. What do you think?

If someone even the TV has a tear jerk moment and I see it; I tend to not be able not join in with the tears.

[kittiesareus]

Why not be a cna? Find a field that is not as physically demanding.

[traumaRUs]

Is going back to school an option? I'm almost 47 and I plan to nurse another 20 years. Nursing gives you many options. Good luck and welcome.