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I have been out of nursing for 4 years now but with 10 years experience. How likely can I get a job in the field again and or what programs would I need to take? 

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hppygr8ful, ASN, RN, EMT-I

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Specializes in Psych, Addictions, SOL (Student of Life).

If you have kept you license active you should be able to apply in your previous specialty 

Specializes in orthopedic/trauma, Informatics, diabetes.

they are hiring where I am, we are losing new grads to travel agencies!  Eastern NC

nursevee76

8 Posts

Would they hire even if I haven't practiced in 4 years

Specializes in LTC.

I took 3 years off and re entered nursing with no issues.   Good luck!!

nursevee76

8 Posts

Hi thank you for sharing. Do you have any tips? 

Specializes in LTC.

I just updated my resume to include my time off.   Spoke honestly to potential employers.    I was very ready to get back into working and showed appropriate enthusiasm related to returning to nursing.    

nursevee76

8 Posts

Ah gotcha! Did they help provide you the resources like training . How hard was it for you to get back into the nursing groove again? Sorry so many questions 

Specializes in LTC.

It's OK.I had orientation to my unit and all the things that go with that.   And as far as getting my groove back it took a couple weeks but it all click right in.   All in all the transition back in was easy.   

nursevee76

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Thank you! Your responses make me feel better. It's scary thinking I won't get hired anymore

Specializes in Infusion therapy, Midline, PICC line insertion.

You may consider taking RN refresher course and then apply for a job

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