Want to start looking for a different job, but feel guilty.

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I have worked in a SNF/LTC RN position for almost 6 months. I like my coworkers, like the residents, and have become more efficient in my job. The problem~I'm afraid for the future of geriatric nursing, and I'm afraid that if I don't make a move out of geri-care soon, I will be unable to get an interview in a different line of nursing. Our wages were just reduced, and we lost PTO days due to the impact of medicare reductions. I'm already at the very bottom of the scale for RN's. I feel guilty looking for another job and imagine how I would tell my employer. I'm a new nurse, but not a young nurse, which adds a bit of pressure. It would be easier if I hated my job. I'm trying to plan for the future. I'm interested in thoughts from colleagues. Thanks :)

[Creamsoda, ASN, RN]

Why would you feel guilty. Especially when they are taking more away from YOU. I just dont get why nurses are always feeling this guilt. You are not put on this planet to serve you job. You are here to serve you and your family and whats good for you, not your employer.

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I'm smiling because that's almost exactly what my husband said:) This guilt feeling is more associated with the residents than my employer.