Yet another post about stress and work related depression... I burned out on bedside nursing and now I am burning out in my new non bedside position. I feel trapped in my job. I am the sole breadwinner, and my family depends on a certain level of income.Yes, I know I am very lucky to be working, but I am becoming more anxious and depressed all the time. I can't stand the workload/environment. My job stress is beginning to affect my family life. I already saw my doctor about the stress/depression...but in the meanwhile I am stuck in a stressful job because of my financial obligations.
I have been trying to find a new job somewhere else. But even an experienced RN can't move into other specialties. The myth about all the options you have as an RN does not apply nowadays. Other specialties want you to already have tons of experience in their specialty, but are not willing to train you. You really can't move around easily.There are a million RNs applying for jobs. It is so depressing. I feel I will be trapped here forever.I guess I just wanted to vent. I don't mean to be a downer, but no one else understands. I know some of you will. I have kids, a husband, and a mortgage to pay for. I feel like I have no where to go, and that the heavy burdens will never let up. I just want out. But I can't find that way out.
Thanks for reading.