I'm a new NP and have 1 year of primary care experience. It was incredibly stressful, I did not expect this to affect my quality of life in so many ways. I started to regret becoming an NP, it was exhausting going to a job that was not fulfilling and was constantly wearing me out. I realized primary care is something I’m not passionate about. I was at the end of my rope and decided to resign a few weeks after I reached my 1 year mark.
Luckily, I had some potential opportunities and interviewed at various clinics. One of them is an infusion clinic. I will not be responsible for diagnosing and prescribing. I have spoken to another NP who works at this clinic - she really enjoys her job, has worked in various specialties, and feels that this is the place that has finally given her the work life balance she has been looking for.
Are there any NPs who work in jobs that don't involve prescribing and diagnosing and has it been a positive experience? A part of me feels like I'm not an NP if I don't do these things because this is what I went to school for and I really need to let go of that idea. Any insight would be appreciated. Thank you!
