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Hi all, Just seeking some advice on my situation. I am currently a new grad RN working as a MS/Tele float pool RN at a hospital. I recently found out I am pregnant (in June) and am so excited for this new journey, however I am now in my second trimester and am experiencing some awful symptoms (frequent migraines that result in nausea and vomiting). I just had a shift last week that was horrible. I experienced a migraine attack and was vomiting almost every 30 min-hour, which of course, impeded my ability to work continue the shift. I told my charge how I was feeling and she tried to see if someone could take over my patient load so I could go home early, but of course, no one could. She just offered me Zofran and said nothing else. And of course, after telling her how I felt, I still got a new admission. I tried to push through the pain and nausea, however, it got to the point where I could hardly stand straight. They finally had the resource nurse take over my patients so I could go home. (Still had to stay and finish charting for 2 hours though bc the shift was so incredibly busy). Luckily, I was off the next day, however, I spent the whole day in bed due to still experiencing a migraine. I also had a mild fever, which made me call out of work the next day. That being said, I am not sure how much longer I can last working bedside at the moment. I am experiencing these migraines more often (along with stress) and am worried that it will impede the care I provide. Thankfully, I can afford to quit (my husband has a decent job), but part of me does not want to because I only have 5 months of bedside experience. Please advise. Thank you for reading my long submission and any input is appreciated.

I am in the same position! I was turned down by one of my dream hospitals, but I have been offered a new grad float pool position at another hospital. This position is not ideal for me, but at this point, I almost feel as though I should just take the position and gain some experience. I hoped to stay at my first position in the hospital for at least a year, but I can't see myself being a float pool nurse for long. I know more new grad positions will open April-June, but it will already have been a year (in June) since I graduated. I am worried I may be "too old" to join new grad programs? Anyway, best of luck on your journey!

I believe it's dependent on the specialty department's needs.

Yes, but I was notified I am an alternate ?

Same :/ At least it's not a complete rejection, so we will see. What unit did you apply to?

Congrats! What department?

Update: Thank you for your replies! I have two interviews with two different hospitals for new grad programs, so I'm hoping for the best. As for the SNF job, I had to put in my 2 weeks notice because I felt I wasn't getting enough support/training (trained with an RN for one day) and resources to keep practicing there as a new nurse. I want to build a strong foundation and practice safely, but unfortunately that wasn't something I could receive there.

Agreed! What unit did you apply for?

Hi fellow nurses, I am a new grad currently employed at a SNF. I passed my NCLEX last September and was offered a position through connections with a hospital I knew; however, due to unforseen circumstances within that hospital's system, they are not able to hire me as promised in November. I accepted a job at a SNF because I believe in giving every opportunity a chance, and I also have gone on far too long without employment. However, within the last 3 weeks that I have been employed, I realize that the position I was given, RN Supervisor, may not be a good fit for a new grad. I am stressed and slightly overwhelmed to say the least. I am currently looking at new grad programs at hospitals within my area. My questions to you all is: Should I include my current employment at the SNF in my job history (even if I have only been employed for 3 weeks)? (the job history section of the application also asks for my supervisor's name and number; however, my supervisor is not aware of my applying to new grad programs) All recommendations are welcome. Thank you.