I've been on more interviews in the last few months than I care to count. The thought of getting dressed one moretime, answering the same questions - again - being told there will be a second interview or whatever - again - is more than I can take. I was trying desperately to avoid having to drive 48 miles one way to a job I started a few months back but ALLL of the others I've interviewed for I've either not heard back, been told there is a hiring freeze and they will be in touch or, one of them, I accepted only learning afterwards I would be orienting 80 miles one way from my house for 12 weeks! So, that one was out for me - I have a family and though I absolutely need to work - a job - for me - will never come before them. At any rate, ALL of the positions are advertised - all over - and yet, nurses, new and old, can't seem to get a job or if they do it's not what they want or thought. I have become so down about nursing, how it's changed, to the point the anxiety and depression have begun to effect me to the point I am actually going to see a doctor tomorrow to discuss medication...and all I read about antidepressants is they may or may not work - but I can't seem to pull myself out of this nosedive of sadness and career blues. I never thought I would end up feeling this way about being a nurse. I can't move because I can't afford to. I feel stuck and overwhelmed. There are few options for nurses outside of healthcare if that's the only degree you have. Thanks for listening. I'm just done!
Specializes in Critical Care & Medical-Surgical floor.
I feel sad about your situation. If you really want to be a nurse, persistence usually will be rewarded. It is very difficult when you are "in a hole" and feel like there is no hope of climbing out. Many people in nursing and other professions are having trouble finding a job, in this lousy economy. One thing is for sure, the nursing field is full of Baby Boomers who are gradually aging out of the system because of our own personal health care issues and retirement. As we leave, new jobs will be opening up. The economy will eventually recover and as it does, more jobs will become available. There are members who are new grads who are finding jobs as evidenced by entrys on this site and even at my own facility, new grads are being hired. I pray you find a job soon.
If it makes you feel better I'm right there with you! But I finally found a job on night shift in which I hate and I drive 45 minutes one way. I am sleepy on my days off and unable to arouse to spend time with my 4 year old. I had better luck as an LPN???????
Have you tried nursing agencies? I worked for one agency here in Oz where the hospital was willing to 'train' me in different areas, though I didn't end up getting a permanent position there (long story that one).
I was saying on another thread that new grads don't want to move due to family, etc, etc. I've had to move all my life for work & people I know commute by train/plane to work - they have to as their partners can't just give up their job due to a mortgage, etc. Anyway the reality is you may HAVE to move, or commute to get that experience - I've had to do it, I had no choice. I worked with a Dr who flew in from another city to her practice, her Mum/Dad helped care for her kids, & her hubby worked in his business in Melbourne, Australia! She said it was very hard at first, but they got through it.
Anyway try all the agencies - the interview won't be that long if u have all the paperwork together.
Have a break from interviews 4 a bit. Also visit your welfare office over there & see what benefits ur entitled to - u may also be able to get a discount on ur phone/utility bills if u give the companies that supply these a call.
Go to churches/welfare organisations for help and legal aid. Shop at op shops 2 save money & bury gorceries in bulk with other people, then swap half & half. Shop at big markets, not little stores or supermarkets.
Hope u find something soon! Please don't feel alone & let us know how u get on. Email me if you get too depressed :)
ICUnurse1985
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I feel sad about your situation. If you really want to be a nurse, persistence usually will be rewarded. It is very difficult when you are "in a hole" and feel like there is no hope of climbing out. Many people in nursing and other professions are having trouble finding a job, in this lousy economy. One thing is for sure, the nursing field is full of Baby Boomers who are gradually aging out of the system because of our own personal health care issues and retirement. As we leave, new jobs will be opening up. The economy will eventually recover and as it does, more jobs will become available. There are members who are new grads who are finding jobs as evidenced by entrys on this site and even at my own facility, new grads are being hired. I pray you find a job soon.