Quitting a job without another lined up

[Soliloquy]

Any experienced RNs ever done it? What was your experience?

I've been a nurse for going on 4 years with 3 years in a previous specialty. I started working at a place in a new specialty that has been toxic for me. It started off badly and continued that way. It's becoming unbearable for me and I want to quit, regroup, and then come back.

I don't have any bills and I am in school at this time. My biggest concern is how difficult it would be for me to get a job in my old specialty or somewhere outside of the hospital (primary care setting) if I decide to return in about 2-3 months.

Has anyone done this?

[Natasha A., CNA, LVN]

I can totally relate to your desire to have more freedom and flexibility. I am a nursing student so what more can I say? but I have worked in the work setting as a CNA and the routine lead me to become a LPN which is another routine especially if you have that mojo spark inside of you. I already know that nursing has many great doors. We just got to keep on knocking. I say go after what will bring you peace of mind with open arms and explore your goals and creativity