Not sure if hh is right for me

caliotter3 · Feb 25, 2010

If you have to return to the hospital to feel good about your job, then that is what you have to do. But keep in mind the story about the greener grass. At some point, you have to realize that the job is the job and it is better for you to adjust than to keep moving around. Not everyone is destined to be able to find their dream specialty and their dream employer. Most make do at some point. Good luck.

ItsTheDude · Feb 25, 2010

there's lots of ways to be a nurse, so try some others. if you don't find your fit after a while of job hopping, then the problem probably isn't the jobs.

allnurses Guide · Feb 25, 2010

You've done a year of med/surg and now you are trying Home Health. I don't think if you decide to go back to the hospital this time it rises to the level of job-hopping yet, but. . .

What is it exactly that you don't like about it? The distances, the paper-work swamp, or some other issue like that? Of all the specialties I read here, it seems the Case Manager job is the one people find the most difficult to adjust to. It takes time to get a rhythm and feel for it, and you have just been at it since January.

So if you basically like the work but feel stressed out by the practicalities of it, you should give yourself more time to get into it. There are lots of older posts from successful Home Health nurses that may have tips to help you feel more comfortable and in control.

Best wishes, whatever you decide to do! :)

wannab1 · Mar 1, 2010

You've done a year of med/surg and now you are trying Home Health. I don't think if you decide to go back to the hospital this time it rises to the level of job-hopping yet, but. . .
What is it exactly that you don't like about it? The distances, the paper-work swamp, or some other issue like that? Of all the specialties I read here, it seems the Case Manager job is the one people find the most difficult to adjust to. It takes time to get a rhythm and feel for it, and you have just been at it since January.
So if you basically like the work but feel stressed out by the practicalities of it, you should give yourself more time to get into it. There are lots of older posts from successful Home Health nurses that may have tips to help you feel more comfortable and in control.
Best wishes, whatever you decide to do! :)

I just feel that I am over my head. That maybe I should of stayed in the hospital to gain more experience. I am so scared. :confused:

caliotter3 · Mar 1, 2010

If you feel you are in over your head you should have a frank discussion with your supervisor. It is their responsibility to provide you with the support you need to be able to do your job. It is also your responsibility to take some action on your own. Sit down, think about it, try to identify the areas where you need some shoring up. Perhaps some unpaid ride alongs. Some extra time in the office getting coached on paperwork. As long as you show a willingness to work at it and are sincere, you should have no trouble with your bosses. I doubt that a hospital position at this point would get you any better prepared for hh. You need to learn on the job, those things that are specific to this particular job.

wannab1 · Mar 1, 2010

If you feel you are in over your head you should have a frank discussion with your supervisor. It is their responsibility to provide you with the support you need to be able to do your job. It is also your responsibility to take some action on your own. Sit down, think about it, try to identify the areas where you need some shoring up. Perhaps some unpaid ride alongs. Some extra time in the office getting coached on paperwork. As long as you show a willingness to work at it and are sincere, you should have no trouble with your bosses. I doubt that a hospital position at this point would get you any better prepared for hh. You need to learn on the job, those things that are specific to this particular job.

thank you

sandra p. R.N. · Mar 1, 2010

What, exactly, don't you like about it? Is it the paperwork? Is it that the client's are overwhelming?

Is it the feeling of wanting to be in the company of co-workers? Is it the driving? Let us know because you sound as though you want to avoid complaining to your employers, at this time. However, don't feel that you have to avoid asking for help from your employers when you are in need of it. That is what they are there for. Good Luck