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Hi to everyone. I am a RN of almost 10 years. I have ventured in many arenas. I am now at the cross-roads. I am fed-up with the buerocracy . I have changed jobs many times in the last 2 years and I think I am at the end of my rope. I love giving of myself and the passion that I have for nursing. But I am tiered. Any advice? Please

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How about going back to school? For some, this is the breath of life their careers need to get their batteries recharged. Education is very stimulating, interaction with other students great for the mind. Plus, it may open doors for you later that transcend what is available to you right now. Hence, escaping burnout. Just a thought.

I also like the suggestions of keeping interests outside nursing. THIS is CRITICAL to me. I never bring work home with me, either. MY family and work lives are distinctly seperate and both healthy.

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Hi to everyone. I am a RN of almost 10 years. I have ventured in many arenas. I am now at the cross-roads. I am fed-up with the buerocracy . I have changed jobs many times in the last 2 years and I think I am at the end of my rope. I love giving of myself and the passion that I have for nursing. But I am tiered. Any advice? Please

I also got tired of the Bull ****. I left nursing and pursued other avenues for awhile. Even after I returned to nursing I have not completely dismissed those other avenues. I have returned to nursing and am so glad I did. I really missed it. Sad to say the Bull has only gotten worse, but I am fresh and ready to handle it again!

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I hear ya! The burnout started a few years ago for me. I still do a great job & do feel rewarded at times, but the excitement of nursing has dimmed. I've been short staffed so many times, that I always go in expecting the worst (sad, huh). I wish I liked it more, because they pay is great where I live, and it's a "hot" career right now.I'm sick of "hitting the ground running" all the time, the constant sense of urgency & lack of resources.

I've swapped acute specialties a few times, too, hoping that I would find my niche. It has helped a little, but it's still the same stuff, different floor. I'm going to try something completely different next year! That's right- out of healthcare. My eyes are constantly perusing the classifieds. :)

I like the helping/human part of the job. I'm just sick of the unrealistic work load, stress, etc. It always feels like the floor is in crisis when I come on shift and I have to run around putting out fires every time.Not my idea of satisfying work. I don't mind putting out some fires, but it's just...too much.

Good luck in your search! Hope you find a better match. Your nursing experience will serve you well no matter what you do! :)

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Have you considered travel nursing?

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