RhodeIslandMSN

A few years back, I had a nursing student take a chart out of my hands and very rudely said 'uh I'm a nursing student, BSN program, thanks'. I was appalled. I was working in CDI at the time and our charts were a hybrid of electronic and paper. I was clearly reading the chart and writing queries. I went over to the student and said 'I'm an employee here, MSN, kindly wait your turn'. That clinical group did things that never would have flown at my school. Yelling at instructors - coming in late - not prepared - expecting staff to give up charts so they could review their patients - it goes on and on. To the instructors credit, she stood her ground with the students and sent some of them home.

I also agree with the posters who recommended calling your insurance. I had to reach out to my carrier at one point and they were very helpful. Keep us posted and best of luck to you. :)

Many facilities have an ethics hotline you can call. Something seems a bit off and since the CNO seems ok with it, she may change her tune when her superiors get wind of it.

I'm glad you posted this question and look forward to the responses. I've been a nurse for 15+ years and just cannot do it any more. Most of my experience is non-clinical in nature. I plan on returning to school and taking a couple of classes in Library Science - just want to try something different and see how it goes. The thought of returning to healthcare no longer interests me. Good luck to you.

Hi - I realize I'm answering this post several years after it was posted. :) I'm starting an online MLIS program in January. I have my MSN (Nursing Administration) and after 16 years in healthcare, I'm absolutely burned out. I still want to use my nursing knowledge, but apply it to an academic or medical library (either a university or hospital setting). I'm also interested in informatics and the program I selected has several informatics classes. I would be interested in hearing from others who have made the career switch from RN to Librarian. Thanks.

The titles were different there, but I served in both roles. Several people would weigh in on each applicant, but I certainly had enough power to veto somebody. I once did a phone interview with someone who was yelling at me. I think she just naturally talked loud. I didn't bring her in for a face to face interview because I knew our claimants and employers wouldn't be able to build a rapport with her.I hope this advice is helpful.

Congrats!

I worked as a telephonic case manager for several years (including mgt). The salaries are all over the board - depends on your location and available nurses in the area. I know this sounds silly, but one thing we really looked for in interviews was how well the applicant spoke. We had people come in that could hardly speak English. For a telephonic position, a pleasant speaking voice and being able to speak clearly really is important. Also, being able to talk and type simultaneously is important. Good luck!

Hello everyone. I'm curious to hear from those of you who have changed careers. What finally made you realize enough is enough? Did you ever regret your decision? I've been a nurse for 15 years (have my MSN) and absolutely burned out. I've worked in a variety of specialities over the years (mostly non-clinical in nature). I want to do something different in my professional life. One area I'm interested in is working as a librarian. I would like to work as a librarian in a hospital, medical school, or something similar. Has anyone here made a similar career switch? If so, does it matter where I earn my masters in library science? Any advice (good, bad, or indifferent) appreciated. Thanks.

Hi - I'm the opposite - nurse wanting to become a librarian. I would like to work as a librarian in a hospital, medical school, or something similar. I have my MSN (nursing administration) and absolutely burned out on healthcare. I'm currently researching library programs. Maybe we can help each other or answer each others questions. Feel free to reach out to me. Good luck.

Hi, I'm not sure if there are online CDI programs, but check out the ACDIS and AHIMA websites. They will have resources on there to point you in the right direction. ACDIS has a preparation book for the CCDS certification exam which may be helpful for you.

Last year, I took a few online nutrition courses through Kansas State, and I highly recommend their program. To pursue the RD, nurses are required to take all of the nutrition courses and bio-chem, complete the internship, and then sit for the RD exam. Nurses aren't required to retake A&P or micro. I hope this helps.

I knew in nursing school that clinical nursing wasn't for me. I have been a nurse for 13 years now and only 2 of those years have been in a clinical setting. Clinical nursing isn't for everyone and that doesn't make you any less of a nurse. I have worked a variety of jobs within the insurance, case mgt, and quality areas. Non-clinical roles still draw upon your nursing knowledge, just in a different way. If you absolutely hate what you're doing, start looking for other opportunities. There are many options with a nursing degree. Good luck to you.

I'm curious about this company as well. They contacted me last year about a position and I submitted my resume. I'm not sure how they got my info to begin with (headhunter maybe). Anyways, they contacted me about my resume and then requested my Social Security Number to complete the hiring process. That was a red flag to me and I didn't have any further communication with them. Just seemed odd that a company who hadn't formally interviewed me would need this information.

If you're interested in the position, apply for it and see what happens. There isn't one particular path to any nursing position. Most of my experience is in non-clinical positions and I can tell you that I haven't had any problems finding/keeping a job. There are positions in the nursing world that require xxx amount of bedside/clinical experience, but there are positions in the nursing world that don't. Good luck to you!!