Lorelai22RN

Sleep. Not think bout work.............veg and catch up on tv. Exercise. But mostly sleep........:)

Um, I dont know who really thinks nursing is sexy. Any career with women in it, anyone might think of as sexy just because a woman is in it. Men being in nursing isnt considered sexy. Wiping someones cdiff backside isnt sexy to me.........or anyone I know.

I am dedicated and if I choose to get my MSN and be and NP, I hope the training will be thorough and I wont be judged by the length of my program, by the time I will start in the fall, I will have been practicing as an RN for 2 years. The program I am looking to start is 2 years long for FT students..........I just think quality is more important than quality when it comes to year long programs. Hopefully, my future employers will feel the same.

Dont be so judgemental. Would you feel the same about accelerated BSN programs that are only a year? Also, Vanderbilt which is a great schools has NP programs that are a yearlong if you go full-time.....that is some faulty logic my friend, that you feel someone wouldnt want to be seen by someone who "couldnt stand 2 yeard of ed. Everyone is different and as long as the content is sufficient and is accredited and prepares you well for boards........it shouldnt be a problem. I was simply asking a question..........don't be so hasty to make opinions of those who who wentg to 1 year programs, I am sure there are many who did and are capable.

Yep. I regret it. Should have studied english lit..........oh,well. It pays the bills, that part's good.

Well, if feel like you feel pretty comfortable with the material..everyone is different, so this may be enough time for you. I'd take a practice exam first and see where you stand, you may be more ready than you think! What program are you applying too?

BSN 2006 ANP 2008-2010 (start in Aug/08!!)

Hey!! I am going to start studying for the GRE Dec.1 and hopefully take it in February. I am trying to do some research on study tips......I do plan on getting some flashcards for the voc. words.....I plan on starting my NP program in Aug 08' so I gotta get this test out the way.

Hmm, I am wanting to go back to my med/tele unit and do my 3'12s on f,s,s and be off 4 days. I have a cushy desk job reviewing charts and I find it too boring and I hate work 8-5 M-F. I miss my 4 days off! I hate sitting all day!! I am PRN on my unit and I find that the floor doesnt stress me as much........will definitely go back when I start NP school full time in August.........and do weekends but I am so sick of my current job.........but I need to keep this job and my PRN work so I can save money for school.........if I only work one job (hospital or my desk job) I will only have enough money for bills and I cant save as much. So I am trying to stay.......but this job is boring and I hate working 5 days a week!!! And the pay is slightly less than hospital!!

I was skimming through your past posts and it seems like you have been trying to decide which job to take for over 6 months!! These jobs sound good, I'm gonna come take one and you can have the other!!!

Well, what will your role be in both jobs? That may help you make a decision.....I would pick the least stressful because both sound like good money.

Yes, yes, yes!! I have been a nurse 1.5 years and I do this still from time to time, less than when I was brand new but I still do it.

I have been a nurse for 1.5 years. And I too felt the same way, major case of reality shock as well as me being way too hard on myself and taking everything personally. After a year, I ended up going prn and now work full time doing chart reviews for insurance. I find my new job, though initially was a nice change from the floor (med/tele), I am now bored and tired of sitting all day and working everyday from 8-5. I have been working at the hospital on my unit 8-12 hours nearly every weekend because I find myself enjoying it more even though I am only requird to do 24 hours a month. The hospital, politics,patients have not changed but I have. I think I have matured more that I am more confident now than when I was a few months on the job. I also had been suffering from depression/anxiety for a bout the past 4 or 5 years and it had gotten worse with the job. I am now on an antidepressant and feel so much better. Less anxious too. I still have a lot to learn but I try to give myself credit for what I do than just focusing on what I don't........I also don't let mistakes I make at work (hopsital) totally make or break me.........I'm a nurse at work, at home I try to relax more. I am also starting NP school in fall of 08' and I am hoping to use what I have learned thus far to make that as smooth of an experience as possible. It will be a challenge but I have some experience and new coping skills......I know it is tough but hang in there, make a list of why you are unhappy and see if you can do anything to change it. And remember, sometimes as newbies we take stuff too personally. Some patienst are rude and grumpy as are some coworkers.....but thats them. You just gotta focus on the positive..........I used to cry so much.....I think that I did need a break from being full time and get myself healthy......now I am considering going back to the hospital n the weekend program!! I will do the weekend program for sure when I start school in august and have considered going back now, but I may stay at this job longer so that I can save what I make at the hospital on my prn days for school. I will not be able to work at this job I have now 8-5,m-f when I start school FULL TIME in the fall........I plan on doing the weekend program then. I am grateful for this job I have now because I needed a break and it allowed me to chill out a bit!! PM anytime if you need too........Try not to let nasty people get to you, they are everywhere but..........just know that that's them and know that you are doing the best you can............. Over time things will not bother you so much and you will learn how to better cope with the stressors........also make sure you are taking time to do things you enjoy on your days off. That is important. Dont just live to go to work, nursing isnt your sole identity!!! Give yourself time to feel more comfortable!!! I know how it feels to feel so overwhelmed..........and I work on med/tele and it can be hell but hang in there!! I am tired of my current job that I have been at almost 6 months, I miss doing my 3-12's f,s,s and being off 4 days!!! Like I said the hopsital doesnt bother me as much as it did when I was new.......I am seriously thinking about going back to my 3 12's.......never thought I'd say that but I miss being off 4 days!! And also, like I said, the patients, docs, family, coworkers have not changed BUT I have learned better coping strategies and gotten help for my depression/anxiety! So I am enjoying working in the hospital much more....I am gonna try to stay at my job that I have now a little longer (thought when I start school in the fall, I will have to leave for sure), so that I can save money by working prn at the hospital but I dont like this job very much..........boring, too much sitting, the pay is less BUT I have learned stuff also. So we will see! that is the beauty of nursing, so many options. I am also glad I stayed prn on my unit and didnt burn any bridges............who knew I'd want my 3 12's back!!! Lots of learning this last year and a half.

Hmm, both sound good.... the LTC job......more money and it is at night but the oral surgeon job sounds good too, it is something different. I would choose the oral surgeon! Probably will be less stress than the LTC!!

Any 1 year full time NP programs that allow you to become and NP in a year.........I know of Vandy. Are any of these online with clinicals that you can set up in your hometown?

I'm starting NP school this fall, August 08' and I plan on doing a WOW job on my unit, weekends only with every 8th weekend off. The pay is better than just regular weekends. Most of my classes the first year are online, so it should be cool. When I get to the clinical portion...........I will trim back as necessary because I hear that can be a challenge but I am gonna try to work full time while in np school unless it becomes too much of a challenge. Thank God for weekend positions. Also, I am single and no kids so hopefully I want fall in love before I graduate!! To those that have worked FT, have hubby and kids...........I am in awe of you. Anyone else starting in fall 08'??? I am so excited!!

thanks for the response! the program here only has adult np and psychiatric np.so i chose adult.

Hi, I have 1.5 years experience on a busy med/tele unit and am ready to go back to school!!! So my question is can adult health NP's get a post masters certificate/ further training in something such as peds and be allowed to care for children while still caring for adults??? I am starting NP school in fall or 08' for adult health NP and would possibly like to go on and get a post masters certificate in peds so that I would be able to care for children also........or can an NP only care for one group (peds,adults) at a time. I guess a FNP can care for all. Also is the job market better for adult NPs? Thanks for your input.

Do you miss it? Did you go back? Just wondering............

I agree partially with this. Nursing is tough. I would shadow a nurse, become a CNA to get a realistic view of it. No one is trying to be negative.........just take what everyone says and realize that there are good sides and bad sides........but both are very true. I will warn you, shadow a nurse, become a CNA, talk to other nurses before you commit yourself. Nursing has some pros but lots of cons. Just my two cents.You need to make a list of why you want to be a nurse and do some research. trust me on this one!!!

*Sigh* Easier said than done........when you start practicing as a nurse........you will understand that it is not this simple.

I was reading this...........student. You have no idea of what nursing really entails until you are actually a nurse.......I feel very sorry for youwhen you do become a nurse and come here to vent. All I have to say is........when you become a nurse........you will see. Nurses make alot of sacrifices..and we often pay the costs. When you cant be with your family cause you are too tired or because you are working late......or when you are exhausted or caring for insane numbers of unstable patients....you know what, never mind. You will get it.....

It's just not that simple......nurses dont want to be treated badly. But it often happens. And we often dont get meal breaks. What you are saying sounds good in theory but when you begin working as a nurse post nursing school......you will be aware of the reality.

I'm in LA. New grads here make about $18-19 and hour base. I was working 3-12's, days on the weekends so I was getting shift dif but I was so exhausted all the time......I'd sleep 2 of my 4 days off. I'm making a bit more at this job even though I was getting shift diff before....so thats nice. I'm amazed how many nurses will work at jobs that they dont like for a couple dollars difference more.

When I applied for this position, they wanted a nurse with 2-5 years of experience.......I had just barely a year on med/tele and I was hired. I was scared I didnt know enough but they all told me when they first came they knew nothing about precert or case management , that they learned on the job and told me not to feel anxious or intimidated, that I'd be trained. Most of my coworkers are much older and have been nurses quite a while and I did feel a it insecure at first because I only have just over a year now, I'm still PRN on med/tele........but they have all been sweet and my preceptor started out with baby stuff.........I caught on quickly. The other nurses told me that med/tele experience is great to have........I think I lucked out with this job....they needed someone to fill the position but most nurses turned it down because of the pay, alot of nurses dont get that when you leave the hospital, the pay is usually gonna be less but sanity is priceless to me and they told me that some of the nurses they interviewed didnt like the 8-5 schedule because they felt they could work 3 days in the hospital and be off 4 days and make more. I was working 3 days a week, 12's but I was so exhausted and miserable and I'm glad the supervisors were willing to hire me and take a chance, they also explained that sometimes newer nurses are easier to train and they liked that I had med/tele experience....But anyway, it's 42,000 a year which is fine with me I didnt care if it was less, I just was not feeling the hospital and I had planned to stay PRN if it was gonna be a big paycut...........it turned it to be a bit more than what I was making in the hospital full time. I feel more respected than I ever felt in the hospital.......even though I'm the newest nurse here. I have a nursing degree, a nursing license, and a just over a year of experience so.........I feel pretty confident with it.....but they probabaly would have hired one of the other applicants if they hadnt been so money obsessed.......they wanted a much higher salary. Truthfully, the more experience you have does increase your chances of getting a job like this so I doubt you'd have a problem getting a case management job......its just they are hard to find.....cause alot of people who get CM jobs dont leave!!