SLPrnTobe

Thanks Cola89. If I were to pursue nursing, I think your advice about getting that bedside experience first is the right way to go. Maybe I should explain the thing about not wanting to perform tasks on people. If I go see a patient and the pt. is cognitively fine, doesn't miss a beat during rehabilitation, then I should be able to discharge him/her, no? For instance, I was assigned to treat a gun shot victim. He was shot in the shoulder. His swallowing, speech, and cognition were fine. This was verified by my supervisor. But he was still put on therapy. Every time I went to see this guy, he would get belligerent. He didn't need therapy, but I still had to give it. That's what I meant.

Absolutely not, anyone can post what they want. Most of you appear to think I'm crazy and that's fine. Maybe I am. I didn't think I insulted anyone. If that's how it comes off, then I apologize. I'm happy about all the insightful comments, pro or not.

Well, there is a first time for everything right? I can't believe anyone would think a nurse is uneducated and not important. I looked at the nursing curriculum and the classes are no joke. I, unfortunately, have been hospitalized a few times and some of the nurses appeared to know more than the doctors. In fact, when I was giving birth to my child, the doctors were very uncaring and the nurse provided the best care. I still thank that nurse until this day for all her help. Anywho, thanks for your insight.

You are right ED Nurse. I have thought about almost everything you mentioned. The good thing about being an SLP is that I can explore different opportunities without having to quit being an SLP. Which is why I posted my question. Previously, I wanted to be a nurse, but didn't think I could handle the math and science requirements. I was not born here so school was very hard for me. Long story short, the speech pathologist licensing board changed their standards and I had to take statistics and chemistry. I ended up acing them. Which made me rethink nursing. I know it would be a long road and that is why I'm looking for informative comments like yours. Thanks.

Some of my classmates are very happy being SLP's. They are making a ton of cash by doing the combo work thing. There is nothing wrong with that. I could too, but at this point I want to learn more from my experiences. I also have co-workers who have been doing it for years and hate it. As far as my reasons not boding well; well that's your opinion. Thanks for commenting.

Oh I wish it was only one pt. I usually have groups of 2-4 every half hour. That means I see at least 24 kids a day.

Not sure if the grass is greener. Which is why I ask. I feel burned out and I just started. My client caseload is at 60 right now, and sometimes I see about 30 something kids in a day. The clients are not the problem. Some of the kids make my day. In terms of my skill set, I am a newbie so I have plenty to learn, but so far my supervisor says I'm doing well.

Lol, okay. Thanks I guess.

Hi all, I'm a newbie speech pathologist who works in a school. I'm very unhappy with my job. Previously, I did two internships in a hospital. I sort of enjoyed it, but hated the fact that I was forced to give therapy to adults who didn't want any part of it. Anyways long story short, I've been thinking about a career change to nursing. Obviously I don't know all the things a nurse has to do because my role was to provide rehab and assess acute patients for swallowing and cognitive problems. I have seen plenty of gross stuff and smelled plenty of nasty odors, especially when doing evaluations on a pts. with no oral care:). I basically have 2 options, do a one year AMSN or a 2.5 yr part time bsn. I already have a masters and don't know if getting another will give me a leg up when getting a nursing job. Also, if I go the part time bsn route, I can still work full time. If I switch to nursing, my ultimate goal would be to become an advanced practice nurse. I have read many posts stating that nursing sucks. Are you happy with your job? What input can you guys give to a person in my position. Thanks.