First off, I'm a new grad Lpn, I completed my program in Dec. 2011, and passed my boards in January. (Yaaayyy) I have worked as a Cna for about 12 years.
Well, I just started my first nurse job last month, its a great job........ for someone, its in a doctors office, I bring the patients back, get vs, go over meds, then I send the doctor in. There an occasional injection. Simple right?? That's why I don't know what's wrong with me!!! I envisioned myself working in the nursing home (which i have been doing for a while) assessing my pts, pushing my med card, Tx, and doing my paperwork.
My mom and husband think I'm crazy to want to give this job up, they have even became angry with me for thinking of leaving, they think this is a great job for an Lpn, and that a lot of people wish they could have this opportunity. Maybe I'm just not seeing it the way they are. Any help would be appreciated.
Specializes in Urology, LTC, acute care, Primary Care.
As a CNA I can remember watching the LPNs pushing the cart and looking "important" and wanting to do that, be the NURSE for a change. Of course once I got that it wore off pretty quick
I can totally understand where you are coming from. The office job is just not the environment that you are used to. Your nursing career can be a long one, you have to ultimately do what makes you happy. Maybe you could remind your family that LTC Nurses get paid more than office nurses in most cases.
Specializes in Urology, LTC, acute care, Primary Care.
Thanks to everyone for your input, I think I am bored, so I'm going to try working on the weekends at a nursing home. I have worked in one for years, and always wanted to be the nurse, instead of the aide. I will keep u posted, btw, I am very greatful to even have a job, I know others are not so lucky. Thanks again!!
ronda919
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This is exactly how I feel!!!