Any other new nurses can't find a job they like? I graduated in '07, and don't have much experience, so I can see why it's hard to find my dream job... But I just can't seem to find a job I like. I tried a few shifts in LTC, but hated it. The patients were too combative, and the facility was very poorly run. The nurses were lazy & handled terrible language. So I quit that, and recently got a job at an urgent care clinic as an LPN. Now I'm not so sure if I like this place or not....

I helped check in and admit over 200 pts. the other night, on an 11 hour shift, w/ a 30 min lunch break. I was EXHAUSTED! I then had to drive an hour and 20 min. home. I can't find anything local. To beat it all, I have been out sick with the flu the past 2 days when I was supposed to be working - just my luck! I do wanna try to make a good impression at this new place until I find something else... even though it isn't my dream job. My husband keeps saying give it time, but I feel miserable already.... Can you tell right away if you're going to like a new nursing job or not?? Any words of encouragement would be appreciated... Don't mean to sound like a big baby either. I would just like to have a job I kinda liked so juggling work & family would be a little easier.... Thanks.
andreasmom02 LPN
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