Need advice for getting a job

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Hi, I am 53 years old and currently on disability due to back injuries, DDD, sciatica and some other stuff I can't remember. I went back to work for nearly 2 years, but I ended up having to go back on disability. My husband does not make a great wage, and my benefit is not very high. I need to try to work about 8-10 hours per week in a position that does not include lifting, prolonged standing or walking lengthy halls. I also have radiculopathy down both arms and have great pain in shoulders, arms and hands which can include a tremor at times. I've only done nursing my whole life, but have never done med-surg and haven't worked in a hospital since 1994. I am having a hard time trying to figure out what I could possibly do, if anybody would even have me. Is anybody in same situation or does anyone have ideas for extreme part-time work (doesn't have to be in nursing or medical). Need some ideas!! Sorry for being so long and I appreciate any ideas. Thank you!!

Questions, questions and more questions......

Colorado bound!! I am actually from Colorado but just finished nursing school in New Mexico. I graduated in August and just sent in all my paperwork to the board of nursing in CO and signed up with Pearson Vue, my question is this, should I wait to start applying for hospital positions or "apply away" now?

Second-for newer grads, how long did it take to find that "magical" new position at a hospital or healthcare facility alike?

Third-I've thought about volunteering or applying as a CNA to get my foot in the door to "any" of the hospitals in the Denver area, would anybody recommend this in order to network?

I really appreciate any insight.....

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Specializes in OB/GYN/Neonatal/Office/Geriatric.

Ooops, I think you may have posted in the wrong heading! But I will answer Q#1: Apply away now, as for some new grads it is taking awhile to land that first job. Good Luck!!

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Try your local county health department. I was offered $20/hr. for immunizations.. etc. Good luck.

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Specializes in OB/GYN/Neonatal/Office/Geriatric.

Thanks! Hadn't thought of that!

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