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I've been encouraged with the advice found on this forum, and would like to get

feedback on my situation.

I started my nursing education / career later in life (39), after becoming a widow.

My children were still at home, and I was able to balance my time at home and

the family practice clinic (in which I took my first job of 4.5 years) until my

youngest started to show signs of really needing me at home.

I've been out of the workforce for about 5 years. The children are on their

own now, and I would love to get back into the office setting. The places I've

submitted applications at seem reluctant, and I'm guessing it's because I've been

out for awhile. My license is valid and I'm wondering if a refresher course is in order...

or would volunteer nursing be all that is necessary to put me in the flow of office

employment.

Thank you for any advice.

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

Five years isn't all that long to be out of practice. How do you feel? Have you kept up to date with conferences, CEUs, reading journals? If you have, then I would encourage you to highlight those activities when applying for a job. If you feel you need a refresher course, then of course, sign up for one.

I think it really boils down to your comfort level. Good luck.

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Thank you for your encouragement... I got a call this morning for an

intreview.

The state I am licensed in doesn't require CEU's but I've done them

anyway for my own benefit. I'm going over my text / lab books and

'refreshing' myself in family practice.

Lyn

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