philanurse74 replied to Cloudydayz's topic in Nursing Career
Loved the switch. Best decision I ever made. Having said that, nursing is difficult in its own way, and the schooling was harder, I think. I do not have 30 people to deal with all day, but my 5 or 6...
I imagine money is a big factor...not there yet, but I do wish to do part time in the hospital and part time teaching. One of my instructors told us frequently her brand new grads made more than her....
philanurse74 replied to Angels_wearScrubs's topic in General Nursing
I still cry from time to time, and it's absolutely okay. I cried on one of my first rotations, also in the presence of a brain dead patient, I was so overwhelemed with the state of him, and how...
philanurse74 replied to scoobiesue's topic in General Nursing
It doesn't really matter where you go, you can always get your BSN after you are working a bit. Go wherever you find openings and affordable tuition, and a supportive environment. Ask to shadow...