On Monday, I started working at a new, locally-owned and quickly growing technology-based company. No longer relegated to the realms of minimum wage with no benefits, I've been questioning whether or not I really want to do this Whole Nursing Thing.
Today was my time slot for registering for fall classes, and so I did. As I was doing so, I got excited again about the learning process and about the end result, even if I have another viable career here in Information Technology.
Thus, I'm not abandoning my dream, but it feels less desperate and urgent - which is a good thing. It reminds me I'm doing this because I really do want to, not just out of abject financial necessity.
Transitioning between jobs has been brutal, though - 13-hour days and not much sleep in between night and morning. I suppose it's good practice for 14+ hour shifts in the ED. ;-)
New Job, New Priorities
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Erin- I read your post and profile, and I thought I was reading my profile. I am turning 30 in August and I currently am in the banking industry. The past few years I have been contemplating how fulfilling my job is NOT. For the past years, I have had a strong desire to go back to school to become a nurse practitioner. I would love to contact you and get your perspective on the whole process and what you have been experiencing. I am sure we can probably relate! If you are willing to commiserate, share thoughts and experiences, please let me know how to email you!
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