Going Backwards

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Gczubinski

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I have been a nurse for 2 yrs now and I too had a similar experience. The hospital I worked for right after graduation had a CNS on my floor that did not like me for whatever reason and made my life a living hell. I was so upset that I actually too thought about giving up the nursing profession and going back to accounting ( which is what I did previously). A friend of mine encouraged me to look at other areas of nursing besides med/surge so I did and ended up in dialysis. I can honestly say it was the best move ever. Not only did I gain the confidence I needed, but got promotion in six months of being on the job. I encourage you to find other areas of nursing that will boost up your confidence instead of tearing it down. The best part of the nursing profession is the opportunities are great . Good luck to you and don't give up!

meg44nurse

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You really need to get a base line graduate experience. I suggest entry hospital nursing job to build your skills and gain confidence. Nursing is a great job but it sounds like your not happy in NJ .I still have my license there in Jersey but some many other states have treated new and fairly new nurses with good orientation that allow you to built that confidence. Don't give up

You can apply for an internship at one of the hospitals. That would give you more practical experience and when completed you would be ready. The other thing you can do, is figure out WHAT Specialty you are drawn to. You need to be where your heart is. Going backwards is not the answer. If you love working with children, then intern at a Children's hospital and go for it. If you love working in the OR, then get an internship there. You have passed the biggest hurdle..you love nursing and you graduated. Many new RNs feel like they are not ready. I have 40 years and sometimes I wonder if I really know what I am doing. also, if you can find the right manager, he/she will help you and bring you up on your timeline. Don't give up the dream, you will get there.

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