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Specializes in Med/Tele, IMC.

Been a RN for 16 years , worked thru covid, wife passed away from cancer, daughter has breast cancer and beat it, All of these events have taken a toll on my soul as a RN , I applied to different units trying to get back to work but I get depressed and quit I know I burned bridges but I am not sure what to do anymore can anyone offer some advice for me , I have funds till March 2025 to survive . Please help me 

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Specializes in RETIRED Cath Lab/Cardiology/Radiology.

Yes, life events can take a toll on ANYone, let alone an RN who gives as part of the job.   I hope you are seeing a mental health professional, to help with the depression and grief, and with formulating a plan for supporting yourself, WHEN you are ready.  Allow yourself time to grieve and heal.  Let us know how you are doing.

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Can you get a PRN job, maybe work once a week or start out slow, to ease your way back and cover just your bills? I find that can help with the grieving process if you can't take a full load right now and think things through. This way you won't burn bridges and you can take care of yourself. 

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Specializes in Psych.

What state are you in? Also try agency as PRN. It'll be a higher rate and you can work less hrs until you get your mental health together. 

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