Nailed it, thats exactly the breakthrough I was having when I wrote this. It was hard to write because I am so not a pity seeking kind of person and it felt a bit... Poor me... But in writing my...
When I come home at night from a 12-15 hour day, or come home by day from a long enduring night my mind is spent. Emotionally, physically, I've given my all to patients who have no clue; their...
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Taking the genders comfort level into consideration is admirable. Knowing your capabilities/comfort level is good too. But in all honesty, there are male nurses who may have the compassion and...
Ok, so no go on the SANE RN position BUT my previous employer hired me back :) Grateful to be back to work!! I do miss my patients there, looking forward to getting back into those scrubs and back to...
**Update2** Wow, I have landed an interview for the position I was created for. I just gotta own this. It's SANE RN/Domestic Violence, Trauma Nursing (forensics!!). This is super exciting and I am...
Getting your foot in the door in a hospital setting doesn't guarantee a position there as a nurse upon graduation but would almost guarantee it. If another hospital hires you I would recommend...
I would be glad to have the help. But I also understand your frustration. You must have attentive characteristics and high quality of care standards. I have learned that it is irrational, the...
Ok, with an excellent reference and evaluation, 2 people wanting to hire me at their facillity... Corporate ultimately turned me down. Told them sorry, we've been burned before by people with prior...
The interview went great, the ADON and Manager told me they would hire me on the spot but have to clarify with corporate... Expecting a phone call within 24-48, fingers crossed. If not, maybe its time...
**update** I have another interview, just applied yesterday, quick call back. This may be promising. Its PRN at LTC/REHAB care facility only 10 minutes away!! If I get this I can chose my hours while...
That is a good point. Just gotta get everyone on the same page. Going back to school or investing time elsewhere is a big possibility. You know prior to leaving the last job, what really made me try...
Yeah, they have no idea about the reprimand. They love me being here 24/7, I am going nuts not working though! They are the most amazing responsible kids. They have been great while I go into my...
Yeah, I was working with United States Public Health Service in PA prior to moving back to OH. My husband and I were separated. I was back in OH working things out but living separately from the...
That has been the hardest of decisions, my willingness to accept the long distance assignments. I suppose I should be grateful for any offer but having a pre-teen girl and three teenage boys makes it...