A problem that is also a solution

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I was reading @BiscuitRN and @nursex23's posts today about venting, or being on the edge of losing it.... And thought you might like to know that I've reached a new low (or maybe high).

Today I realized that the school I work in is literally probably among the most challenging schools in the entire nation. If you've read my posts, you might agree that it really doesn't get much worse. And yet, I like the kids and mostly manage OK.

Now, I hear that they're planning to eliminate my job (nothing personal, they're moving positions into bigger schools.. I don't actually disagree). And somehow, this has been incredibly liberating. No more agonizing about whether to keep slogging along, or feeling guilty about wanting a better setup with "easier" kids. No more worrying about the possibility of ending up on the news

No job is perfect but I DO want a better setup. I have thick skin, but still would rather not be sworn at every single day (today, off the top of my head: "Ice don't do sh**for me." "you're not even a real ****ing nurse" "why don't you just call the ****ing group home like I asked?").

I may lack the grit and dedication of my colleagues, but I will say this: I would enjoy seeing some average high school kids who might sit in a chair when asked, without grabbing my dirty coffee cup, squirting hand sanitizer on the floor, or trying to open my desk drawers.

School nurses, I am setting out to find my 20-21 fate! In-district transfer spots and open positions elsewhere will be posted soon. I'm so glad I found school nursing, but there's gotta be a slightly more reasonable option out there... fingers crossed.

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Specializes in school nursing, ortho, trauma.

I truly do believe that the universe seeks to balance itself. From your posts, you got all the chops you need to waltz into practically any school and take the reins without issue. Are they eliminating your job at the end of the school year? How is this working- Are they absorbing the students into a larger school??

I wish you well in your search for a new position. I hope you find the perfect match for you.

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4 minutes ago, Flare said:

I truly do believe that the universe seeks to balance itself. From your posts, you got all the chops you need to waltz into practically any school and take the reins without issue. Are they eliminating your job at the end of the school year? How is this working- Are they absorbing the students into a larger school??

I wish you well in your search for a new position. I hope you find the perfect match for you.

It's not even 100% certain, but any change would occur at the end of this school year. In our school district, small schools don't generally have nurses at all.

Even if the job were still there for 20-21, I think I'll still have a go at something else. Thanks for your kind words!

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YES!!!! It will be liberating to say the least and I have no doubt with all of your experience, you will find something. Remind me which part of the country you are in. Your kids sound like my kids, LOL.

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5 minutes ago, MHDNURSE said:

YES!!!! It will be liberating to say the least and I have no doubt with all of your experience, you will find something. Remind me which part of the country you are in. Your kids sound like my kids, LOL.

Out here in the Southwest.... My state is, ummmmm, 50th ranked in k-12 education I believe

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8 hours ago, laflaca said:

No job is perfect but I DO want a better setup. I have thick skin, but still would rather not be sworn at every single day (today, off the top of my head: "Ice don't do sh**for me." "you're not even a real ****ing nurse" "why don't you just call the ****ing group home like I asked?").

I may lack the grit and dedication of my colleagues, but I will say this: I would enjoy seeing some average high school kids who might sit in a chair when asked, without grabbing my dirty coffee cup, squirting hand sanitizer on the floor, or trying to open my desk drawers.

You do not lack grit. You've done the best you can. Also you are a real ****ing nurse and we love you. Good luck with the applications!!!

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Good for you! It has to be an amazing feeling!!

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Specializes in kids.

Go get'm!!

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