RN2B1day

Howdy!  Has it really been this long since my last blog?  Wow, how time flies!  After careful consideration, I switched jobs recently.  The "dream" job that I had turned into a bit of a nightmare.  The facility I worked at was beautiful and the residents whom I cared for were wonderful and will be missed, but I started to dread going into work.  I worked with some really awesome people and the families that I engaged with were great.  I just started to feel "rushed" with my med pass and felt like I couldn't spend any "quality nursing time" with the residents.  Although I bonded with quite a few residents, my heart just wasn't in it and I felt like my license that I worked sooooo hard to get was on the line at times and no one cared.  So, after discussing my options with my husband, I was interviewed and hired at a new health and rehabilitation center.  I work on the skilled nursing unit on the night shift from 10pm to 6am Monday through Friday.  So no more back-to-back 16 hours shifts!  No more having to search for a babysitter at the last minute because I was put on the schedule without notice, AND no more missing lunch breaks or pee breaks because there just wasn't time.  Now I work with another awesome nurse who has been very nurturing and a great role model along with two terrific CNAs.  My kids are happy, my hubby is happy, and as we adjust to a new routine, I'm happy. 

I had a few "licensed practical nurse" interviews last week.  All of them went really well (or so I felt they did!) but none of them gave me the feeling that one did.  From the moment I walked through the doors in this facility, I felt like I was in my home-away-from-home.  The receptionist was friendly and helpful and acted as if we knew each other.  Then the interviewer entered the lobby with a bright and warm smile.  After a few minutes with her, I felt "home".  I immediately wanted to tell her that I would take the position but I thought I'd better not seem too desperate!  Then she gave my a tour of the facility and then introduced me to the lady who is to become my mentor.  WOW, talk about a momma hen, and I mean that with pure affection! Her wit, professionalism, intelligence and beauty struck me like I was hitting a pot of gold!  Now the residents, what can I say about them?  I met a few during my tour and again, WOW, I felt home!  Now this can all change, I realize this, but it is so hard to imagine.  This morning I accepted this position and I have an appointment with the HR department to fill out my paperwork.  I'm just keeping my fingers crossed that they don't tell me, "opps we thought we hired someone else!" when I arrive!  That would be horrible!  For now, I am doing the happy dance with my fingers crossed and a HUGE smile across my face!!!! 

 

I'm so thrilled to say that I am now a licensed practical nurse!  I completed the NCLEX examination last week and passed it!  I don't have a job lined up yet.....still trying to get used to the fact that I passed and now can venture out into the world of nursing!  Good luck to you all! 

Yes, this mom needs a break from mommyhood.  I really don't know how stay-at-home moms do it!  I've been so busy with taking my children to school, meetings at the school, cleaning house, doing laundry, helping with homework that I need a break!  With one in school, it was a breeze, but with two?  Wow!!!!!  Don't get me wrong, I have a nice break while they are at school, but seriously, it's been a month since I graduated and I just finally applied for my licensure from the Board of Nursing today.  Perhaps when my kids graduation from high school I will then be able to take the NCLEX!  Thank goodness all the hugs, kisses, and smiles make it all worth it!!!!!!