I am a BSN nursing student and I will be finishing nursing school soon. I have been diagnose with several medical conditions and lately I have been struggling with my health. I want to enter the workforce but I was wondering which nursing jobs would be appropriate for me to apply for when you struggle with a disability? More Like This 6 Resolutions for the Nursing Job Seeker by Melissa Mills, BSN Can a nursing client be used for a reference with their consent? by PJG RN How can I ensure a job with good preceptors? Quit Job Due To Hostile Preceptors by Nurse Beth, MSN First Nursing Job: Considerations by Emily.Rice, RN How To Answer The Most Common Nursing Interview Questions by TheCommuter, BSN, RN
Hoosier_RN, MSN 3,644 Posts Specializes in dialysis. Has 30 years experience. Dec 17, 2021 It will depend on the disability. But public health right out of school may be a good bet. Most other "less physical" jobs may require a level of experience
VivaLasViejas, ASN, RN 142 Articles; 9,979 Posts Specializes in LTC, assisted living, med-surg, psych. Has 20 years experience. Dec 18, 2021 Like Hoosier said, it depends on what kind of disability you have. Obviously, if it’s a physical problem, you want to avoid floor nursing in a hospital or LTC facility like the plague. Mental health concerns are another kettle of fish; nursing is very stressful no matter where you work, but some fields are better suited for a nurse with mental illness, such as case management and home health. (He or she should beware of jobs that require nighttime call, though.) Having a BSN will give you an advantage in your choice of employment, so it’s good you’re doing that. Best wishes to you for a great career!
