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I am also in California. I often see postings for psych RN jobs encouraging new grads to apply. The main difference I've noticed is that hospitals (with a psych floor/unit) seem to want experience, while free standing or private organizations don't necessarily require it. I recently got hired at the county psych hospital where I live (haven't started yet). While I have some (not a lot) of psych experience, they didn't required it for the job. In fact, they take your psych clinical rotation you did in school into account. I urge you to pursue this career path. I truly believe we are a rare breed, and this area of nursing needs nurses who want to do a job that so many do not. Good Luck to you!!

So... you did measure, there was no medication missing, and you admitted to not measuring and overdosing. If you overdosed your patients, wouldn't there be medication missing? If you did measure properly (as you say), why admit to not measuring? Maybe I'm missing something, but nothing about this post makes sense to me.

I would definitely continue with the program. 2 years will fly by. Some people just need a slower pace to absorb the information (it's a lot!!). Either way you're going to turn 40, it's up to you whether you have a BSN or not when you do! I hope you stick with it and good luck!

I would be honest to future employers. I had a job where I didn't feel like I could ask for help, and I was annoying the other nurses when I did. Eventually this lead me to finding another job. When I went on interviews and they asked why I was leaving my current job I would honestly tell them that I felt a lack of support and teamwork at my current position. Mention that you are willing to help out whenever you can and you appreciate the favor in return. This helped me get my current job where the teamwork is amazing. Like someone else mentioned, highlight why you would be a good fit for the job and focus on the positive experience you gained. Good luck to you!

If you're able to get back in the hospital I would go for it. Get your experience and with that will come confidence. Then you can try for a clinic job if you still feel like that's what you want to do. As far as the hours and missing holidays, I've had jobs RN jobs that are 9-5 M-F, and more traditional nursing hours (3 12's or 4 10's). They both have their pros and cons, it's a personal preference and what works best for you. Don't give up just yet and good luck!

As many others have said, If YOU don't want to go into nursing, DON'T DO IT. Nursing school will always be there if that's something you choose later in life. There are plenty of people in school in their 30's, 40's etc. I could't even imagine getting through school if it wasn't something I REALLY wanted to do, let alone work in this field. Do what you want, you're young and have a passion. There are so many people out there with absolutely no what they want to do. The fact that you have a vision and dream for yourself is great! Follow it!

Like someone else mentioned, try post acute facilities, psych, corrections, hospice etc. Might not be what you saw yourself doing, but our first job rarely is. Those jobs will give you experience, pay the bills, and often hire new grads. Hospital jobs are HARD to get in California straight out of school, though possible. Also, it's always easier to find a job once you have a job. Good luck to you!

I think feeling this way is more common than you think. Especially if you don't have a supportive working environment. During my first few months as an RN my supervisor told me they didn't think I was cut out for the job and put me on an additional 3 months probation period. I was mortified! I questioned my decision in becoming a nurse and thought about quitting. I had major anxiety about communicating with the doctors, asking for help, and overall confidence. Let me tell you that ALL of that improves with experience and we have ALL been there. I hope your're able to find a place with more supportive staff/coworkers. Nursing is an ever changing and learning career. I've been an RN for 5+ years and ask questions all the time. Team work makes the dream work right? :) Good luck to you and stick with it!

I worked in cosmetic/aesthetic nursing for about 3 years. The med spa I worked at provided on site training which some places will do. If experience is required it's usually for the injectable treatments (botox, fillers, etc.) from what I've found. In my experience I had to take a pay cut until I was trained and able to do all procedures on my own. If you can't find a place that will hire without experience have you considered taking a training course? It will cost money but at least you will have a basic knowledge base. I definitely encourage the NP route. I was one of 3 RNs working under the NP (she focused more on treatments like PRP, Hormone Replacement Therapy, and prescribing medications). We had a medical director who was almost never in the office expect to get her treatments done haha. Anyway, hope that helps and good luck to you!

I'm also looking into this program. Cost wise it looks like one of the better online ones. Any info/advise would be greatly appreciated. I'm also looking to apply for Spring '19 :)