Depressed lpn

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I've been a lpn for 6 years now and I can't get a job out there I'm loosing it I'm a single parent with no income I'm depressed cause I can't find a job I have 6 years of experience...my last hope is you guys pls for the love of God help meeeeeeeeeee

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How long have you been out of work? What jobs have you previously held in these 6 years? Where have you been applying to this time around? There are some places such as Home Care Hospice Vets Homes and Hospitals. Retirment homes Rehab to list a few places that you might have not considered and overlooked. Keep trying sometimes it just takes time.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

If you have not done so already, pound the pavement by visiting every nursing home, clinic, home health company, private duty agency, hospice company, group home and adult daycare within a 50 mile radius of your home. Dress nicely, get your face out there and apply in person while dressed nicely.

If you are a single parent, your children depend on you to do this.

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Hi, so sorry to hear you're going through this. Whereabouts do you live? I read comments from people on this website and others saying that it's easier to find work for LPNs in rural areas, like the midwest rather than east or west coast. Maybe you should make the move? Good luck!

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I agree with applying in person, online resumes very often are discarded by the "auto trash can", definantly in person is better. If in person is not an option, visit HR in some places that you would want to work and ask for advise/opinions from people working there/ if HR is not an option talk to the nurses working there and put it as "if you were me,who would you talk to", check your resume for keywords and placement of these words, there is a lot of info online about resume writing and auto discarders. I have found that most people in this world have an opinion and enjoy giving advise if asked properly, besides a lot of getting a good job has to do with networking, and getting out there. Took the VA 3 years to call me about a job interveiw, after applying many times for various positions, finally get the call and there was no way to work around my RN school schedule, next person on list got so lucky lol. Keep pounding away, something will come!

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Does your state offer waivers to Medicaid recipients for private duty nursing? With 6 years experience, it might be worth exploring. You can set your own hours, choose your clients (they have to choose you too), etc. You do need a RN supervisor (who will typically visit periodically), and most often will directly bill the state for your services. If you can't find anything in your state online, try a Department of Job and Family Services type of agency--they can generally direct you to an information resource.

I might also suggest looking at some temporary service agencies that do seasonal flu clinics and occupational health events (if you are near a city). It isn't permanent work, but it yields fast cash, and usually at a great rate of pay. Flu clinic season will be picking up in the next two weeks, so it may be a good idea to check out some options while you can still register as a PRN.

Another good resource would be your State. Many states employ nurses as State Employees for public health clinics, residential facilities for state wards (mentally and physically disabled adults and youth), and other areas. The pay is generally above average, and the benefits are generally above average.

Veteran's Administration Hospitals hire LPN's all the time. USAjobs.gov is a terrific resource for government nursing jobs. It can take some time to get a position, but once you are in, you are in for life (in most cases). And the benefits are unbeatable with the Fed.

Best of luck to you!

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I have a friend that is an LPN. She is adjunct facility for a local college and does clinical review for Molina.

Agree your geographical location may make all the difference, but think outside of the box. You have skills that go beyond LTAC and hospital staffing.

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Emergency, Trauma.

Everyone has wonderful advice given.

Try wound care/treatment nurse positions; outpatient facilities, CNA instructor; and as other posters have mentioned-flu clinics.

Keep pounding the pavement and cast your net wide!

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It will take time but please don't give up. With 6 years of experience, there is something out there for you. Apply to every hospital, agency, LTC, SNF and clinic within a 25 mile radius (or how far you are willing to drive). It is difficult for all nurses right now and you are definitely not alone in this. Just please don't lose hope or your faith. You just have to bust your behind to get a job as a nurse these days.

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Could you maybe become a CNA instructor if that interests you? I don't know what's involved in that other than my cna instructor was an LPN

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