Posted by JenStar on August 6, 2004, at 0:33:43
In reply to Why I Should Leave Nursing, posted by Cinderella on August 5, 2004, at 16:42:11
hi C,
you have a beautiful kind ballerina heart, full of pretty pink toe-shoes and spangles and music. You have a gorgeous core. You just need to find the right outlet to let it shine!My only advice is: even if nursing is burning you out, don't quit in frustration until you have other plans lined up. To help line them up, I'd recommend a therapist who specializes in job placement/job counseling (my T recommeded someone like this to me at her own office). Luckily she was also on my insurance plan!
There are also placement services that can help with resume writing and job ideas. It will suck and take MORE time (read: more burnout feeling!) WHILE you're getting ready to change, but might be worth it if you find a perfect new career.
Are there ways you could combine nursing & creative arts? Are there any admin positions at hospitals, writing newsletters for nurses, or managing nurse support groups?
I'm sorry things are so rough. I hope they get better. Keep us updated on what you decide. I care! I want to hear what you decide.
JenStar
Acting might not be in the cards but I bet there is some creative outlet for your inner poet.
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