If you are so unhappy then why not consider a career change as others have suggested? I completely understand how much time and money was invested into this, but nursing is a calling not a job. There is nothing wrong with your hatred for nursing, it is definitely not for everyone. If you hate the career then it will negatively affect those you care for. Besides being a mother, nursing is the most fulfilling part of my life. I don't want anyone pursing nursing to become discouraged. I could never imagine doing anything else. The challenges are part of the fun!