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I posted this under the South Carolina forum without a lot of response... and I thought maybe someone here could help me out! Thanks!

Hi everyone, I am 25 years old and was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis about a year ago. For about 4 months I have been looking for a new job with no luck. Here is my dilema... I need a desk job. The MS makes my feet and legs numb all the time... and painful when I walk more than 15-20 minutes. The other problem is that I only worked on the floor as a nurse for a year and a half. Therefore, I haven't found a job that I qualify for at all! Everything requires 5 years experience, or other experience I just don't have. The medication I take is very expensive so insurance is a major factor, too. Any ideas? I live in Spartanburg, SC and can't travel far for work. Thanks for your help!

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Did you check with the State Dept of health? There has to be a position that you qualify for with your RN.

Just an idea.

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Specializes in PICU, Nurse Educator, Clinical Research.

Look into research jobs. I have 1 year experience as an RN (did a lot of research jobs in my former career, though) and worked PRN for a research clinic at $30K an hour. It was 90% sedentary.

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Specializes in FNP, Peds, Epilepsy, Mgt., Occ. Ed.

Look into case management. Check with insurance companies about that type of work and also case reviews, prior authorizations, etc.

Telephone triage is a good option if there is a service near you.

Look into clinic or medical office work. Sometimes there is a position which involves making referrals, returning telephone calls, calling in prescriptions, etc.

Look into utilization management and quality assurance, as well.

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I work for a home health agency and there are two RN's that work only in the office and never have to go out on the road. The work 8-5 with an hour for lunch. It is a really good atmosphere and I think you would enjoy it.

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Specializes in IM/Critical Care/Cardiology.

I hear you!!! I too have research experience and have thought of the sedentary positions. But there is more too battle isn't there besides just the "disability"?

Sheri:

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