ajamieson

Correction, I graduated late 2014, but I passed the exam early 2015

I'm currently working for a in home care assistanced job, my current employer doesn't take on very complex care cases. There was a 'judgement call' issue. I had just come on shift, the day nurse and nursing supervisor were dealing with an incident - a resident had become catatonic, vital signs were fine, responded to pain, but was just not moving or talking. I started my shift while the 2 nurses were doing the assesment. The supervisor then transferred the responsibility of this resident to me and requested that I call the son to ask for their opinion on what we should do next. Before I called the son I decided to start prepping my med cart (med pass was starting soon) because I didn't know how long this situation would last and I didn't want to get behind. The supervisor disagreed and wanted me to call the son right away. (it was a retirement home with 111 residents and one rpn nurse (also 2 psws). the nursing supervisor was also on duty, but she was also director of care, managed the residents, responsible for intake and a bunch of other duties, so she couldn't be a lot of support.) So I've been afraid to find another rpn position because they won't want to hire me unless I do something to prove that I have 'learned and reflected', etc. I've been looking for a Preceptorship/mentor so i can start working, but I'm having issues finding a work place that does this. I feel that by taking the material new born certification I will be able to show my next employer that I have done something to learn and grow. I also don't enjoy working in geriatrics, but I did really like working as a student on the Material unit Soldiers Memorial Hospital. Actually did a lot of placement at this hospital and I really liked working at this hospital.

Thank you for your replies. I had worked as a Rpn late last year but was let go for lack of experience. I was hired on as casual but was quickly given a full time line with very little training for the position. So I have fears about re-appling for another rpn position because I do not feel an employer will want to hire me because I was terminated. So I was considering going back to school so that I am have something to show my next employer that I've made an effort to improve.

I'm looking for some help! I'm currently a Rpn, graduated late 2014, currently working as a Psw, but I am looking into entering a career in labour and delivery. Any advice on what school/ programs I should take?