DebbieCakes

Surely! I do have a BSN and have over 3 years experience in cardiac nursing. I like tele. I'm also interested in outpatient clinic nursing. I'm flexible to locations. I'm really curious about how the nurses feel about their jobs there regarding staffing and safety (patients and license). These matter most to me in order to practice as an RN. Do you think the mandated ratios make a difference to your quality of life working as a nurse?

I agree with life is too short to be miserable. So on that note, find your happy place in nursing. There are sooo many options. You can even make your own place: entrepreneur, writer, negotiations for work-life balance. Be one of those nurses who are optimistic and support pro nursing legislature.

Hi everyone! I would really apreciate any feedback/descriptions/pros&cons/example experiences regarding being an RN in California. I'm thinking of moving there at the end of the year as a single parent. Wheels are in motion and application will be complete by end of month at latest. I understand there are patient ratios in the hospitals. Are nurses happy out there? What is the hospital practice like as compared to other places you worked? I hear so many wonderful things about Cali. Upside and downside comments will be most appreciated to help solidify my decision either way. NP/MSN opinions for clinics invited as well. I've been Cali dreaming for years.