I finally did it... Women's Health Nurse

Specialties Ob/Gyn

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Specializes in OB, GYN, PEDS, Urgent Care.

Ever since I was five years old I wanted to work in women's health. Before I even knew the proper nomenclature I knew I wanted to be a healthcare provider to and for women. I recently obtained a position in the hospital in a med/surg unit. I knew this wasn't my forever job, but it was great experience for me. I also work at an urgent care, also a great experience, but I was always waiting for my turn. Everything I did and do I geared toward obtaining my goal(s). I applied for a Mother/Baby position at a hospital approx 45 minutes away, hoping for a shot in the dark. The hospital is opening a new facility with a new women's health department. I was excited, and had hope, but didn't expect anything; especially since I haven't heard since May! I since accepted a position and placed the position in the back of my mind, counting down the days until I could transfer to the Mother/Baby unit within the health system that I am currently employed. Last Wednesday I received a call, seemingly out of the blue for an interview... for a women's health position! I interviewed, yesterday (my daughter's birthday), and received a call today from the manager. She stating that she is willing to train me, even though they don't have much room for someone without women's health experience, but she believes in me and my potential in this specialty. Not only will I be working Mother/baby, but will be crossed trained for labor and delivery as well. Someone can knock me down with a feather! I am so grateful, God is good, and miracles do happen. I am feeling accomplished, I still have so much to do, but today I feel great.:roflmao: Allnurses has been with me through and through. I am now looking for some great advise from some great nurses on this site, as to how I make a seamless transition.

Thanks in advance,

New Women's Health RN

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Specializes in Perinatal.

Congrats!! I am also in your shoes, having recently accepted an offer for L&D which has always been my dream and driving force behind becoming a nurse. The only difference is I'm a new grad in the Bay Area which makes me feel even more blessed!! I start orientation on Monday and I still don't feel like it's real. Good luck and congratulations again!

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Specializes in OB, GYN, PEDS, Urgent Care.

Congratulations to you as well. I am still quasi new, I am coming up on my year this December.

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