I've been a nurse for 5 years now... and I tell anybody that is interested. DON"T DO IT! It's not about discouraging people it's about keeping it 100% real. Nursing is a slave Job. . If you like taking care of people like myself there are other careers that will serve you better. Nurses are underpaid and nursing school is very expensive. True you will make money but at the cost of you sanity and quality of life. There is so many other routes you can take to still satisfy that eagerness to help others.
Yes you’re right. I wish I honestly truly knew what being a nurse was before I went to school for it. I believe that our society glamorizes it, even my nursing school teach glamorized nursing too. It was when I got into the work force that I was like damnnnn whet? With the amount of work bedside nurses do, it should be a six figure job. And yes the sanity and quality of life is not it for bedside nursing. And constant shortage. With all the physical abuse that the nurse is exposed to, but yet they are only giving out key chains and pens for nursing week smh. It’s not fair to nurses at all.
6 years in and that’s My current mode. I wouldn’t encourage and at this point. I just created a video on this and will be posting more. It’s so unhealthy.
Guuuurl, no lie biggest mistake of life. I went to school for 5 years, spent all that money just to be devastated and have to start all over Again. Each day I cry and pray that God loves me enough to someday help me get out and find a fulfilling career
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Thanks for sharing sis, Tech is the way forward right now, I quit my job as an RN last two years ago after almost 13 years in the field. It was not an easy decision, but life is too short to dread going to work everyday. No amount of money can buy real happiness, but friends I'm not asking you to resign from your job or abandon your business but be wise!
You're right I definitely agree. I don't really like my job but I love what it provides for me and my family. This pandemic has people rethinking working.
right now I run my own business and While I was still in service I planned towards early retirement, making about 2k weekly from my retirement investment portfolio trying so much to build more side hustles and extra income
wow impressive you're making quite a fortune speaking of investing I have heard many people talk about it but I don't really know how to start and make a good investment, can you explain?
it's kind of neck and neck while doing school nursing in the classroom with 1:1 students I saw what teachers did and I said that I could never be a teacher...being a teacher is similar to being a floor/medsurg nurse...very draining; but it can be rewarding at times I can imagine for teachers
I've been bingeing on "I quit my nursing career" videos all day 😂 I'm a LTC LPN of 6 years and I'm so done! I'm miserable. Getting verbally and physically abused by residents and the family complaints. Management is so crappy, they can remind us of what needs to be completed but can't come into to help when I have 40 patients, 1 aide, and two admissions all by myself. My mental health has declined so much, I'm angry and anxious just clocking in. Traveling helped for a little but it's BS everywhere. It's also a very racist field and management will pick favorites. I've decided to go into construction project management, I've always liked home and building improvement, as well as interior design. The money I make isn't worth it. I just want to be happy and love what I do.
OMG, that was my life. I was making a lot of money (the key was turning PRN), but it was horrible. I had to do EVERYTHING for 30 patients, treatments, vitals, 2-3 rounds of meds, wound care, documentation, sending/receiving lab results. It was too much.
Hi Chesney, I would like to connect with you. Thank you for sharing your experience. I don't want to be a Nurse anymore too so I went for remote work, Virtual Assistant. I'm even considering another part time job where I can leave my house, I'm considering cleaning or hospitality on the side while I am growing my online business. I left Nursing because it is not me anymore. I am not happy with it and I totally agree with you, I want to do things that I actually love to do.
@@itsci Hi Ciara, why did you go for PN program? If this is what you want to do become a Nurse etc. why are you watching videos like these? Are you doubting yourself or anything like that? If you are doing PN because you really want to become a Nurse, then focus on that. However, I understand that you might be looking around or just really curious why people quit nursing. Let me tell you now, do not doubt yourself. Do what you want to do in life. Being a Nurse is a rewarding job. If it makes you happy you can't deny that to yourself. Find what makes you happy.
Nursing is very tough. I’ve recently tapped into network marketing lol !!!Nurses are investing in real estate and other businesses from the burnout . I’ve been a travel nurse for about 2 years and I like the flexibility . I love working 8-13 weeks and taking time off in between because if not I would loose my mind. I will not make vacation requests anymore . I tell them when I work .
Omg, I can’t believe this popped up on my feed. I am a new grad RN and already over it if I’m being honest. Was thinking about a career switch to IT to be exact! This is my sign to finally act on it. Thank you!! ❤️
I’m a nurse and I love my job. I use to work CCU and ER at a hospital on 5/12hr shifts ended up being 6/12hr shifts. I changed my location and now I’m working at a Drs office when I only work Monday-Friday 7:30-4:30 off every weekend and Holidays. I’m glad I made that change.
Right I just think it depends on what all you in nursing so ones experience maybe worse than someone else’s and it’s all bout preferences as I mentioned earlier some women enjoy being nurses. Not just bedside ones ISNT the only field in nursing.🤣 I can see how that can be stressful. I just don’t want one to think that’s all to nursing. 😜 hell even some influencers I know of one that’s a PRN nurse and still shoots videos and be a mom that spends more time w/ her kids since she made the switch of schedules. 😊 happiness over depression period! Do what makes you feel free is My motto
Cool to see some nurses that are actually happy with their career. All you see online is people that hate nursing… I don’t get it you can work so many places
I quit nursing school last week to go into UX Design! I’m very hands on and visual. I’ve never felt this much peace and clarity in my life. Tech has mannnyyyy divisions and it’s so promising ✌🏻
Omg this is what I’ve been looking into because I don’t care about python, cybersecurity or any other boring computer science concepts. I’m currently in lab work but the hospital I work at is making me depressed and I don’t see lab work giving me that 100k salary until years down the line if I’m lucky. How did you get started, I’m thinking of doing a boot camp through a university
I've only been a year into nursing. It's like... you're caring for people at the cost of your own health with no real reward. There are good sides but the staffing issue just makes it just so bad.
Staffing issues is really to blamed. It’s hard to get health workers.. that is bec. Nobody want to work or they change their profession … so the name of the game is shortage of nurses all over US…
I love how you identified the areas in your career that weren't working for you and you did what you had to do to find a career that fit the life you wanted. I think so many people (myself included in the past) just accept the demands of a job and sacrifice certain parts of their lifestyle to fit the job. Thank you so much for sharing this.
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7:30 I FELT THIS INTERNALLY!!! people always say, "how can nursing be so rough... you get like 4 days off a week... that's great!" and i'm literally like its 4 days but 4 days of recovering and mentally/physically preparing yourself for the next three 12's.
The medical field and industry need HUGE reforms especially with their education system and how it treats patients. And how they exploit students for free labor, it’s terrible. Currently pre-PA and the process to get into PA school is stressful and exhausting. I admire you so much for putting your mental health first, congrats sis!
@@MSALIYAHJORDAN same, I have switched jobs around two times since the pandemic began. I have been off for about 3 months now and it feels good! I'll probably start looking for a job around September, but that will only be per diem . I just can't and am not willing to do it on a full time or even part time basis anymore, that's the only way I'll be able to stay in the field.
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I used to be a nurse, after one year working in a hospital, I found that nursing was not what I expected. I decided to change my field to medical nanotechnology, so I studied for a MSc in Nanomedicine (not an easy job). Meanwhile, I was working in a hospital to cover my life and pay the university's tuition. Then, I got a scholarship to study for a PhD in cellular and molecular biology in Ireland. Now, I'm a final year PhD student but still thinking nursing was easier than science! I shared my journey to ask you, if you want to quit nursing, please do an extensive search and think enough about your next career before moving. Life is too short, do what makes you happy😌
I've been trying to get into nursing for over 7 years having so many setbacks, but the pandemic hit and I starting to think about what I really want in life. Nursing doesn't fit with the lifestyle I want to live. The cyber security field is something I've been having interest in and this pop up in my recommendations. This definitely a sign!
Yes! Definitely follow what is truly going to make you happy. COVID definitely also taught me that life is too short to be living a life you do not enjoy.
Study nursing only if you’re passionate about it! Don’t go waste your time if money is the only thing you’re looking for, you regret working nursing. It’s a very hard job
@@dlifeofarc1272 yeah that’s the thing I want to be able to travel and live life and still have a good career but I don’t think nursing will be good for that anymore
I’ve been a nurse for 5 months as a 12 hr shift night nurse. I am already over it!! I haven’t been in the gym the entire 5 months and eating terribly 😭😭.. been so depressed, numb & my anxiety is on high from lack of sleep. On my days off, I sit in my room alone or sleep all day! All in all, lol I got a therapist now.
Jada.. I thought I was the only one to stay in my apartment all day in bed, on my off days!!!! I had a mental breakdown after work yesterday. It’s exhausting. Definitely seeking therapy.
Yes! I thought I was being dramatic, but no I was having silent breakdowns basically & update I took my savings (& blessed to have understanding mom) and I quit! Currently, debating entering non-bedside 8-5s clinics or leaving the career all together. I wish you the best of luck! Make sure you are healthy first!
Night shift sucks, I just did my first nursing night shift the other day and I am not enjoying it, I feel exhausted still, days later, and I have to work night shift the next two night... not for me!
Thank You so much for Sharing your story. I’m not the only one. I went to nursing school and it didn’t work out for me. I got into IT and I’m very grateful I did that I wish I had knew about it earlier before getting into nursing school. Personally after starting my first job in IT, I realize how much money I have wasted in nursing but I’m glad I had the experience and now I know IT is my passion career and I’m so glad I did that with Great Salary and benefits. This message is for people which nursing schools didn’t work out for them. There are a lot of jobs with good salary, don’t give up on yourself. If one door closes, another opens. 💯
Epic ,epic, epic video! I literally left nursing of 7 yrs and now I'm in my 2nd WK of IT orientation! I already see a major difference! Thank you for sharing your experience!
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I will definitely watch your video when I get off work. I'm a nurse and a single mom. I am so tired of working all these hours, lifting these patients, always bringing my work home, and stressed all the time
What type of work do you have to bring home. Because I’m a teacher and I’m so over having to bring work home. And I’ve been thinking about other career paths… so that’s why I’m asking what type of work nurses have to bring home?
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This was superrr interesting!!! I didn’t really like med surge either and now work as an independent contractor as well. The money is sweet & the flexibility is like no other. I can take as many or as little shifts as I want and I can literally plan a vacation months ahead of time without requesting for time off. I prefer this side of nursing but I’m not gonna lie, I think I need a change. Awesome video sis 💕
Please make a video on the process of getting a job in cyber security and scary kind of degrees or certifications that are needed! That would be really helpful! Thank you so much 🙏🏾
I just failed out of nursing school due to a final and I was over half-way done. Maybe this is a sign I need to change career paths. Working from home sounds better and you’re still able to help people
Oh wow, this is perfect timing. I was a nursing major and changed to Computer Information Systems. I just knew nursing wasn't going to be for me long term. Love to see other black women in the field doing what works for them. 👏🏾🙌🏾
Thank god I found this! I’ve been a community nurse for 4 years now. My last semester in school I felt a shift in my perspective of nursing and realized I knew nothing of what it was really about. It’s so over glamorized. Teachers and the general public glamorize it without realizing what it’s truly about. Community nurses often get over looked and extremely underpaid compared to hospital nurses - no shade to hospital nurses as I’ve always been so nervous to be a hospital nurse. Im 26 looking for a new career path but am just so confused with what I want now and too ashamed to go back to school for something different. Im afraid to spend more money on something I don’t like. I wished I listened to myself during my last semester instead of devoting so many hours into nursing. I wondered what I would have decided to do if I just listened to my gut. I loved this video! I’m so glad more and more people are speaking up about this. I was having a truly bad day and this is making it a lot better. I wish everyone the best of luck!
I have been a nurse for 5 years. Recently ordered from one city to another and worked 3 different hospitals. I feel so lost at this point in my life. So happy I found you maybe I will get some clarity.
OMG, I felt you about if you take a few days off from the gym, it turns into a few weeks and then a few months. I thought it was just me! Thank you for sharing. I am experiencing burnout as an ICU RN after the pandemic. Very helpful. Take care.
Same here, I only do 3×12 and i get exhausted.Another problem that i notice, my anxiety is through the roof and i just cannot shake it off.I'm thinking about saving money to buy houses for rent/ Air BNB.
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As a fellow RN for 16 years, I see this all too often. Burnout is a REAL thing in any profession. Many nurses who I am affiliated with made an immediate 180 from Med/Surg. And many used it as a bridge to transition into their ideal specialty such as HIT, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Software Engineering, Medicine, etc. It's becoming more of a commonplace thing in many professions so I can relate to her frustration. Working any job that affects your Health, Wealth, and Mentality... NEED TO GO!
IT is definitely where its at. Starting off it could be slow but once you find out what you want to do in IT/CYBER you really flex. Contractors vs GS is tremendously different. I'm in IT too but still trying to find my niche. At work I like being to myself, no reports, minimal contact with everyone, etc. Definitely a loner till you need me or vice versa. This is why IT dope.
See! I’m a bartender and while I enjoy the actual mixology and craft of it all (l will find a way to nerd out about everything) the people are EXHAUSTING for me. Having to interact with so many humans is becoming tiresome.
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GIRL!! I'm from South Africa and I was busy looking at Java tutorials for school when I randomly came across your channel! We have so much in common... I too was in the Military, I did basic military training and that's also where I studied nursing. I'm a Registered Nurse.I am now doing a Bachelor in IT and I left nursing completely, for all the same reasons you've mentioned in your video! I completely relate. Only difference is I had my baby last year and he was a preemie. I decided not to go back to Nursing because I did not want to risk getting sick with Covid and coming home infecting my family. Im in my first year of a three year degree. In south Africa many companies still have formal education as a requirement. I was so shocked to see another nurse who transitioned into IT. I am not alone!
I'm currently a Registered Nurse just finished my comm serve a month ago! I'm considering switching career to IT because wow, the burn out is too much. And we are underpaid for the work we do. I'm currently looking for online courses in IT. I'm just glad there's someone I share sentiments with
I agree with the majority of these comments. I have been an RN for 21 years. I thought I would retire as an RN, but I am beyond tired of all the bureaucracy, staffing issues, and favoritism.I do not want to sound ungrateful, because it has served me well and has been a blessing, but enough is enough LOL. I know I want to do something that I am passionate about and will more than likely start my new career before 2021 is over. Also, after having worked the Covid unit before the vaccines were available, and working the night shift I will not go through that hell again . Don’t get me wrong, the pay can be very very good, but there are more important things than to sacrifice your safety and contentment for a paycheck.
Ladies and gentlemen, I'm ready to shed a tear just having found folks who feel the same soul crushing burnout in this thankless field. Needless to say I SUSCRIBED. I can't wait to leave✌🏾
Yessss. I’m an LVN who’s been doing business analytics for ambulatory care. I want to switch to an IT based role fully and this gives me so much hope!!
Girl I found your video because I was looking into being a web developer and taking a course in coding. I am also a nurse and every thing you said about the nursing field I totally agree!!! That's why I left. Thanks for the inspiration to move away from nursing and move towards IT❤
I can totally relate to the not being in control of your work environment. I feel like I have several bosses; my patients, the patients hospitalists, specialists, my manager, and family members. Having to know everything about the ever changing day and give a complete synopsis of what's going on is impossible to do without losing my mind. Also, while all this is going on were often understaffed and have to take on additional tasks that would normally go to an aide. Don't forget all the requests from patients and physicians inability to call each other! I feel like nothing in doing is tangible and makes any difference. I'm on the verge of losing my mind and looking at different careers. Accounting and Information Systems are a couple I've looked at and hope something works out.
Congrats to you for seeing how unhealthy nursing in a hospital is. I wish I had done that 20 years ago. Going to seriously consider something else after watching this. Thank you!!🙏🏼
Omg, you just hit my life right on the head! I'm trying to transition out bc this is seriously not life! I honestly don't even recognize myself anymore. So guess what's gotta go...
FAQs: I am ISSO- Information System Security Officer (Cybersecurity). No it is not Nursing Informatics. It has NOTHING to do with Nursing. To get the job I have now: I have a clearance, a SEC+ cert, attended bootcamp training and studied trainings related to what I am doing now using the resources I listed in the description box. I have been getting a lot of detailed questions about 'HOW TO TRANSITION FROM NURSING TO IT', and everyone's background or what they are seeking is different. So I have decided to create google doc for people whom are TRULY INTERESTED. It is a 14 page google doc on how you can transition into IT or Click the link to fill out the form and send the payment to receive the google doc forms.zohopublic.com/nwaroadanna/form/InformationTechnology/formperma/KFn1da6Hxtg3InH6p8_NYlIQIiGDyv5SzIi7L-7tQko
What exactly do you mean by "clearances"? What type of security jobs provide these "clearances"....like a security guard inside a building or do you mean something else? Please elaborate and thank you in advance.
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Girl if this isn’t divine timing, I literally told god I didn’t want to go to work anymore that I wanted to stay home with my kids, was even thinking of signing up for pharmacy tech and then boom you popped up and then boom goggle offers courses and official certification, guess who signed up at the speed of light, ME! GOD IS G.O.A.T thank you girl for you sharing this. May god repay you with all that you pray for 😇
I am so glad I found this. As a veteran I have access to some free cybersecurity courses. I have been toying with the idea of changing to this field from nursing. I’ve always been tech savvy and sort of a nerd so it seems like a good idea. Thank you for your great video!
I’m in school now… going in to my 9th year in education with 3 degrees, but about to go into healthcare as a CVT cardiovascular technologist. Bless you for actually doing something different and not being held back by your past accomplishments. I hope that makes since… congrats
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Thank you sooo much for posting this video - I scrolled through the comments and each one was PRICELESS! You are SOOO speaking truth! I can totally relate to everything you've said! The medical field robs you of your HEALTH. No and's, it's or buts! I've been in the medical field for 36 years, did nursing agencies since 1998 and travel assignments gave me some mental/psychological relief. Burn out is both very real and quite literally, par for the course. Looking back, nursing is the biggest regret I have EVER had in my entire lifetime. I'm 56 now, and I just "retired" from that lifestyle, would love to go back to school and IT has been in the forefront of my mind!
Thank you for finally speaking the truth about nursing!! I am in a similar boat, worked in EMS and as a paramedic, got my RN about 2 years after getting my medic, went to nursing full time for a year and RAN right back to EMS after a year.... I'm back in nursing full time, and have been for the past 8 months, and I am once again RUNNING back to EMS. I make more money as a paramedic working two 24 hours shifts than I do working 36 as a nurse, with MUCH less stress and aggravation! Thank you for the video!
@@SuperLibra101 trust me it isn't as bad as nursing!! I work in a 911 only system, so no transfers, and its a good pace, and not a busy city! It's really difficult to figure out what you want to do outside of healthcare... good luck, I hope you find the right career for yourself.
This was just overall very informative and neutral sided. I’m a new grad who is excited to start working, but I loved hearing your perspective. Thanks!
Baby girl so natural and stunning with cornrows and all that . Very informative and inspiring. It is very refreshing to see people like us in these Tech spaces . Much appreciated baby girl . Best of luck with your endeavors!
It's so funny how I happen to come across this video! My father been trying to get me to do IT, the same thing he does. Really good info about IT! Thanks for sharing!
This is awesome I’m glad I came across this video being a woman in tech myself I love to see more women venturing into this male dominated industry. It’s a very rewarding career path but always aim to be great in whatever you do because you never want anyone to doubt your skills. Thanks for this vid!!!!
The advantage of her career is that she has a top secret/secret clearance through the military. Most high salary IT jobs already wants you to have a clearance. Sometimes, you can find contractor jobs that will pay for your clearance depending on quick positions need filling to secure the contract. I have an IT degree which really took me 7 years to nail a job without a clearance or any certifications. If you don’t have a clearance, at least have Security Plus cert which will make you more marketable and an investment for them to pay for your clearance. Right now, the AWS cloud practitioner is popular in the IT world.
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Girl I FEEL you okay! After 1 year of med surg nursing I knew I was DONE! I do contract nursing right now to pay off my loans which is awesome because I’ve paid off 20k in 6 months! It has totally and completely saved my career.. for now. but as soon as I’m done paying off my student loans I’ve already said I QUIT NURSING!! Lol I am so happy that you found something that works for you 💗. I am still trying to find my path and decide what I want to switch to but I do know I am leaving the floor as soon as these loans are paid. I may not leave nursing altogether because truly I do love being a nurse, I love the impact I have on patients, I love educating my patients, and I love the relationships I build. But honey, not on the floor ok. I gots to go👌🏾 Good luck with everything and thanks for this vid!
No video could discourage you if you are passionate about your career. Man I love my job. I find myself waking up on my days off cause I am thinking it's work lol. I love my job. Love it.
@@xyqueriastone yes I am and I didn’t mean no disrespect, I see so many issues with new grads etc and was wondering do anyone enjoy nursing anymore? I didn’t know if you was referring to nursing or IT!🤦🏾♀️
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This is SUCH confirmation for me! I am literally in the process of transitioning from an educator to a Security Control Assessor...within the same realm of an ISSO. Good luck to you honey!
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Wonderful story and thanks for sharing. As a woman working in IT for 10 years please keep in mind that IT is very broad. Sometimes certs will not cut it. I think those that are interested in IT needs to do research that best fits them. Find the area that best interests you. Factors can be the State you live in, do you want to be contractual, are you obtaining a security clearance as a civilian, what days an hours do you want to work. I was a Penetration Tester in cyber security and I worked after business hours and on weekends. Those that are in networking or field tech thats physically demanding. It's so much more.
I’m so glad I see this! I’m supposed to start my nursing program at in January and my heart does not feel in it. My associates is in psychology so I’m think about just going straight through to my bachelors and masters in speech pathology or PA. I have 2 young kids and a husband and I would love to save lives but also keep my sanity lol. I think I’m just going to do it!
Yes! I wish nursing school or I wish there was a way people really understood what nurses actually go through before we signed up for nursing School. I believe there is a false narrative being passed around of the actual work. Because honestly, if you do not have the passion for it, it will be hard to be a bedside nurse.
@@dlifeofarc1272 yes!! I want to help people and work on fixing the black maternity crisis as well. Everyone would tell me you would be an amazing nurse we need more sweet people but I know there are other ways to help people and make changes In this world.
@@maryamarie5634 Go for it mama!!! You can definitely contribute to black maternity in the aspect of postpartum care or maybe even a doula. We need black women in all aspects of black maternity. If you and your baby survive the birth you can still go home feeling unheard, unready, and unsupported 😢 this is me speaking as a married mother of 2. I can’t imagine how others in different situations feel.
I quit nursing as I was doing g my prerequisites and I switched to Network Security Engineering and I don’t regret it , nursing is overwhelming if you’re not mentally prepared
This is so me. I feel like I blew up after becoming MS nurse. I’m always so tired and don’t want to do squat on my off days. I was so healthy before. It’s been so hard to get that lifestyle back. Especially on nights.
Yea MS nursing is too much! Plus the patient load and chaos is not it. I never got the hang of nights either. I remember some nurses said they loved it, and that they would use one of their off day to switch back to a regular time so they can do errands and stuff but it never worked for me and my workout schedule either!
@@dlifeofarc1272 yes trying my best to be healthy. my time on nightshift is definitely coming to an end. You’d think after 4 years I’d love it. I just hate the micromanaging on day shift more.
That’s me right now working as a CT tech in the emergency room . By the time I get home all I wanna do is sleep I don’t even wanna eat most of the times and I still gain weight
It's like you get to a point and think that it then a shift happens and you want something else. Like I really thought this was was my the end. Kudos to you for creating your own destiny.
Another great alternative for leaving nursing is getting into management. I used to work in the corporate office for a healthcare company. A lot of the directors and regional managers were previously nurses. A lot less patient interaction and dealing with families.
How do you do that Kim? Like what is the process for those nurses. I’m a travel nurse currently ( best decision I made) but I still want to leave bedside nursing
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Sorry if this inappropriate, but how is the pay in management? I’m currently in nursing school but I am thinking about picking up a minor in businesses administration.
Great video. I am in law enforcement and every single con you had with nursing is EXACTLY what I have been dealing with and I can not wait to leave for Cybersecurity.
Thank you for being so transparent. You are completely right about being on your feet all day. I can't wait to make the transition and have more time for self care. I am falling apart!
As a nurse of 14 years I love this video. I recently left the bedside and I'm working 8-hour shifts in an outpatient clinic. I spent the last 6 years in the surgical ICU. I love your honesty. Especially about the patients being less than responsible and how anything could happen. But I also work med surg before the ICU so I totally understand. But it's something glad you found something else that you like. And it's sad to say that you were making more working security than you were as a new grad.
Everything you are saying about nursing is how I’ve been feeling about nursing the past few months. Been in healthcare for almost 10 years (5 yes CNA and 5 years nursing). I’m so burnt out from this field and considering career change. Thank you for this video!
I feel you when you talk about being mentally drained! Sheesh I have a whole family... kids, husband, and I’m pregnant! When I get off I don’t even want to take a shower I just want to get in bed😫 I be like I’ll take a shower in a couple of days😒
Yessss!!!! Lol! I really did not want to do anything at all. I gotta give you your props for being able to handle all of it because it was just me and I was struggling 😭
This was God sent thanks so much I’m currently a Nurse and I need a break! I love computers everyone comes to me when their computers don’t work. I do have a interest in IT, thanks for sharing! New subscriber 😊
I started working at a hospital as a pet about 6bmontha ago and right away I knew I no longer wanted to be a nurse. I have children and I want a stress free work life so that it doesn't spill into my at home life. I am now going to do Dental Hygienest program.
@@asiaaa8067 I'll list them and you can decide if they are actually a challenge for you. 1. Difficult to find a fulltime job. Most RDH's have 2 part-time jobs or seek temp work; especially if you live in city that's releasing 20-30 hygienists per year. You may have to move. 2. It can be extremely stressful and fast paced if you work in a high patient volume office. If your office doesn't see many patients, it may be a little more laid back; however, you probably won't make much money. They will send you home. 3. Not much time to do your job. Some practices give you less than an hour to complete an appointment which encompasses more than just a prophy as you know. If you dont care about the quality of your work or patient comfort, this won't be an issue. 4. Lots of butthole doctors/dentists who are stressed, have bad attitudes, cheap and don't respect what you do; many think of you as someone who just cleans teeth and increases their production. 5. Difficult to find a job with benefits unless you work for the government, find an office that's been taken over by a corporation or find a franchise dental office like ASPEN (who has a horrible rep by the way). 6. Overtime it takes a toll on your back and hands. Keep perfect posture and positioning when you are working. Workout/exercise and eat healthy consistently throughout your career. You will thank me later😊.
Please remember everyone that there are different avenues in nursing besides working in a hospital/nursing home. I absolutely love the notion of still working as a contractor and doing IT. But definitely explore your options outside of the mainstream nursing as well. Experience is key in any occupation you have.
I’m currently in school for cybersecurity and so many people tell me on a regular basis that I need to go back to the ER and become an NP. No one can comprehend why I would have any interest in leaving the field. In my mind healthcare is just a big business similar to Walmart or McDonalds and we are overworked and underpaid in addition to a plethora of other issues, violence is one of the major issues anyone ever wants to talk about. With so many people telling me to just move up the nursing ladder I have been having doubts lately. God randomly put this video in my feed to give me the encouragement to keep moving forward. ❤️
Your comment is literally everything! Until the healthcare system changes, it’s going to be an ongoing issue and it’s definitely sad because the healthcare system - should be better than that because it is to save lives! I had gotten into NP school and I chose not to go. At the end of the day, so what’s best for you! Goodluck to your journey 💗
I work in Psych in a medical hospital and it is not the way to live, some would say I make okay money but not for what I go through of patients practically being able to do what they want to me, I am constantly disrespected and have been physically attacked more times than I can count and you may say what do I expect in Psych but my employer makes the situations much worse…I am going back for my masters in a more administrative role but I don’t even know if I can do that
@@springfresh4344 I’ve worked in Psychiatric Hospitals in the past which was all that was required plus my bachelor’s degree so I got the job with no problem it’s good money but jobs are jobs you know the politics are everywhere
I have been a nurse for 15 years, and away from the bedside for 11 years. I currently work M-F from home, and have been making 6 figures in nursing for quite some time now. Nursing has been good to me for sure. There is more to do in nursing besides being at the bedside, it is a profession with lots of different avenues to pursue.
I feel so guilty leaving the nursing profession, after 8 years I've lost interest and I'm burned out. It's time to move on though, the nursing profession loves to brain wash their own (Examples: it's your license! The grass isn't always greener on the other side! This is the best hospital to work for! You don't want to help people anymore?!). It's sad how effective all that works too, I'm glad for anyone who betters themselves! You only got one shot at life.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I am burned out nurse, I recently quit my bedside job due to everything you mentioned with not having a set schedule, no family time, tough hours, and having anxiety thinking about what scenarios may pan out during the shift. As you've mentioned, it caused me to be mentally and physically drained with so much anxiety. I am thankful that you posted this because I was thinking about a possible career change. I appreciate your transparency and information how how you transitioned to IT which I am so happy that it worked out for you!
Congratulations hun on your new found career🥰. Not sure with other countries but nursing in Canada doesn't limit you to bedside nursing. Many of my nursing friends/Colleagues work in offices. I tried the whole office work nursing and I couldn't stand it. I find office work to be harder than actually doing bedside nursing at times to be honest. More due to being restricted to a computer chair. A profession in nursing is hard no doubt but I"m glad it has evolved.
Thats actually really good to know! Thank you for sharing this comment. That way nurses whom are thinking of doing more of an office career know it is way to better to do so in Canada if they are willing to relocate!
Exactly...keep in mind you can work in pharmaceutical industry, education, etc. I work from home as a nurse. You are not limited to the hospital Nd I have been in nursing for 15 years. And you can make 6 figures. Do what you are passionate about and you will succeed.
You described my nursing life😫😩 the summer is the worst working nights because i have to be home before the sun comes up in order to sleep during the day which never works! Smh i often feel like I'm up around the clock. And the money people talk about in nursing is only OT money! Yes the money is there but it's the hours you work to get that money smh i feel so bad because family time is sacrificed😩 my son just mentioned this and i just might consider it. I do enjoy tech myself. Thanks for this video
Wow, these have been my exact thoughts for the last year. I am really over Nursing & I’ve been looking into IT. Nursing takes up too much of my personal life. Thanks for the video. I know I’m not the only one.
😢 I have been working as an LPN for 5yrs. It was a mission but I just finished my RN program in 5/10/21. And I am burned out for all the reasons you said. In 2020 I had 5 diff W2s. Worked 3 times as much and earned a little more than half of my previous salary. Since becoming a nurse My quality of life has taken a nose dive. If one more person calls me a healthcare hero I will scream😱. How about a living wage for all that damn work and abuse.
Preach!! I feel like instead of investing in calling healthcare workers heros (which they are, do not get me wrong). I think it will translate better, if they invest in i.e. free mental health therapy sessions for health-care workers, free schooling for health-care workers, bonus checks instead of free food and so much more!
i have the same issue wit consistency..if i skip, skipping becomes a HABIT. thanks for speaking bout this, i understand myself more. back to yogaa nd meditation tmrw
I have been trying to get into nursing school for about 7 years now. I finally got into nursing school. Through this journey I questioned it so many times and got discouraged. I do want a second career but nursing is something that I know that I wanted to do for so long… I will def look to book an appointment with her to see if this would be something I could be able to do. I’m glad I found this
Girl I’m in a postbacc program right to be a future PA … but I applied to a coding boot camp next year and got in. At first I thought I was the only one tryna do a big switch . I worked as MA during covid and best part I loved was talking and meeting different patients but everything else was labor. Even providers were burnt out ! I’ll update next year bc I thought I was the only one over this health care system
I've been a nurse for 5 years now... and I tell anybody that is interested. DON"T DO IT! It's not about discouraging people it's about keeping it 100% real. Nursing is a slave Job. . If you like taking care of people like myself there are other careers that will serve you better. Nurses are underpaid and nursing school is very expensive. True you will make money but at the cost of you sanity and quality of life. There is so many other routes you can take to still satisfy that eagerness to help others.
Yes you’re right. I wish I honestly truly knew what being a nurse was before I went to school for it. I believe that our society glamorizes it, even my nursing school teach glamorized nursing too. It was when I got into the work force that I was like damnnnn whet?
With the amount of work bedside nurses do, it should be a six figure job. And yes the sanity and quality of life is not it for bedside nursing. And constant shortage. With all the physical abuse that the nurse is exposed to, but yet they are only giving out key chains and pens for nursing week smh. It’s not fair to nurses at all.
6 years in and that’s My current mode. I wouldn’t encourage and at this point. I just created a video on this and will be posting more. It’s so unhealthy.
Right👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 you just said a mouthful of truth
Great information as a new nurse I feel every word, also a lot of bullying and discrimination.
Guuuurl, no lie biggest mistake of life. I went to school for 5 years, spent all that money just to be devastated and have to start all over Again. Each day I cry and pray that God loves me enough to someday help me get out and find a fulfilling career
I recently decided to switch my major form medical to computers. I just wasn’t happy. I feel like nurses should make $120k entry level.
A lot of ppl I came cross work with computers and I heard the pay is really good
You can make 120k in 5 months working travel. You dont have to stick to just staff work. 😇
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@@victoriarosen361 wats this abt?
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Thanks for sharing sis, Tech is the way forward right now, I quit my job as an RN last two years ago after almost 13 years in the field. It was not an easy decision, but life is too short to dread going to work everyday. No amount of money can buy real happiness, but friends I'm not asking you to resign from your job or abandon your business but be wise!
You're right I definitely agree. I don't really like my job but I love what it provides for me and my family. This pandemic has people rethinking working.
Hello ma'am what do you do now and how did you plan yourself before quitting?
right now I run my own business and While I was still in service I planned towards early retirement, making about 2k weekly from my retirement investment portfolio trying so much to build more side hustles and extra income
wow impressive you're making quite a fortune speaking of investing I have heard many people talk about it but I don't really know how to start and make a good investment, can you explain?
there's a lot of investing options but my best advice get a professional lead you into profitable one that's exactly what I did
Nursing is literally the most stressful job and this coming from a teacher. Mad respect for you all
Amen
Yes! Same! I could never…
it's kind of neck and neck
while doing school nursing in the classroom with 1:1 students I saw what teachers did and I said that I could never be a teacher...being a teacher is similar to being a floor/medsurg nurse...very draining; but it can be rewarding at times I can imagine for teachers
Really!? I’m a teacher and want out lol!!! Hmmmm
@@natr.8758 lol same but don't think nursing is any less stressful 😅
I've been bingeing on "I quit my nursing career" videos all day 😂 I'm a LTC LPN of 6 years and I'm so done! I'm miserable. Getting verbally and physically abused by residents and the family complaints. Management is so crappy, they can remind us of what needs to be completed but can't come into to help when I have 40 patients, 1 aide, and two admissions all by myself. My mental health has declined so much, I'm angry and anxious just clocking in. Traveling helped for a little but it's BS everywhere. It's also a very racist field and management will pick favorites. I've decided to go into construction project management, I've always liked home and building improvement, as well as interior design. The money I make isn't worth it. I just want to be happy and love what I do.
Oh god.. I’m in the PN program now.
OMG, that was my life. I was making a lot of money (the key was turning PRN), but it was horrible. I had to do EVERYTHING for 30 patients, treatments, vitals, 2-3 rounds of meds, wound care, documentation, sending/receiving lab results. It was too much.
Hi Chesney, I would like to connect with you. Thank you for sharing your experience. I don't want to be a Nurse anymore too so I went for remote work, Virtual Assistant. I'm even considering another part time job where I can leave my house, I'm considering cleaning or hospitality on the side while I am growing my online business.
I left Nursing because it is not me anymore. I am not happy with it and I totally agree with you, I want to do things that I actually love to do.
@@itsci Hi Ciara, why did you go for PN program? If this is what you want to do become a Nurse etc. why are you watching videos like these? Are you doubting yourself or anything like that?
If you are doing PN because you really want to become a Nurse, then focus on that.
However, I understand that you might be looking around or just really curious why people quit nursing.
Let me tell you now, do not doubt yourself. Do what you want to do in life. Being a Nurse is a rewarding job. If it makes you happy you can't deny that to yourself. Find what makes you happy.
@@mhiadollxx8888 Thank you! I know I have to stop letting other people's experiences determine how mine might be.
Nursing is very tough. I’ve recently tapped into network marketing lol !!!Nurses are investing in real estate and other businesses from the burnout . I’ve been a travel nurse for about 2 years and I like the flexibility . I love working 8-13 weeks and taking time off in between because if not I would loose my mind. I will not make vacation requests anymore . I tell them when I work .
Thank you for sharing this! That way nurses know they have other options!
Do you have any tips for finding a good travel agency to work with? What incentives should I look for when choosing a travel agency?
what agency are you with?
What Network marketing are you in?
@@Danielle_4. Here's a link I happen to find. Hopefully this might help you some. Best of luck. ruclips.net/video/lJ6urgEH5nY/видео.html
Omg, I can’t believe this popped up on my feed. I am a new grad RN and already over it if I’m being honest. Was thinking about a career switch to IT to be exact! This is my sign to finally act on it. Thank you!! ❤️
Thank you for watching!
In the same boat, new nurse and already over it 🤦🏾♀️
I’m in the same boat. Been a ER nurse for 4 months and I’m over it.
Stressful🥺😭
Im a CNA and im over it. Sooo stressful
I’m a nurse and I love my job. I use to work CCU and ER at a hospital on 5/12hr shifts ended up being 6/12hr shifts. I changed my location and now I’m working at a Drs office when I only work Monday-Friday 7:30-4:30 off every weekend and Holidays. I’m glad I made that change.
Thank you for sharing! ☺️
I’m a newly licensed LPN and my plan is to go straight to a Drs office if possible
Right I just think it depends on what all you in nursing so ones experience maybe worse than someone else’s and it’s all bout preferences as I mentioned earlier some women enjoy being nurses. Not just bedside ones ISNT the only field in nursing.🤣 I can see how that can be stressful. I just don’t want one to think that’s all to nursing. 😜
hell even some influencers I know of one that’s a PRN nurse and still shoots videos and be a mom that spends more time w/ her kids since she made the switch of schedules. 😊 happiness over depression period! Do what makes you feel free is My motto
Cool to see some nurses that are actually happy with their career. All you see online is people that hate nursing… I don’t get it you can work so many places
U go girl!
I quit nursing school last week to go into UX Design! I’m very hands on and visual. I’ve never felt this much peace and clarity in my life. Tech has mannnyyyy divisions and it’s so promising ✌🏻
How did you get started in that?
I'm looking to get into UX design as well! Any beginning tips for me?
I’m looking into it too
Omg this is what I’ve been looking into because I don’t care about python, cybersecurity or any other boring computer science concepts. I’m currently in lab work but the hospital I work at is making me depressed and I don’t see lab work giving me that 100k salary until years down the line if I’m lucky. How did you get started, I’m thinking of doing a boot camp through a university
Please elaborate more ! In the same boat
I've only been a year into nursing. It's like... you're caring for people at the cost of your own health with no real reward.
There are good sides but the staffing issue just makes it just so bad.
Staffing issues is really to blamed. It’s hard to get health workers.. that is bec. Nobody want to work or they change their profession … so the name of the game is shortage of nurses all over US…
Become a travel nurse or nurse practitioner bedside staffing hospital is the worse
As a Sonographer, I totally agree.. I’m in constant pain and always tired. I’m way too young for the toll that my 15 year career has done to my body.
omg same here in Canada. Do u work in the US? I was thinking it was better over there..
Tx u. When I complain about this, people around me don't understand.
I love how you identified the areas in your career that weren't working for you and you did what you had to do to find a career that fit the life you wanted. I think so many people (myself included in the past) just accept the demands of a job and sacrifice certain parts of their lifestyle to fit the job. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Thank you so much for watching 💗
THISSSSS‼️‼️
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7:30 I FELT THIS INTERNALLY!!! people always say, "how can nursing be so rough... you get like 4 days off a week... that's great!" and i'm literally like its 4 days but 4 days of recovering and mentally/physically preparing yourself for the next three 12's.
The medical field and industry need HUGE reforms especially with their education system and how it treats patients. And how they exploit students for free labor, it’s terrible. Currently pre-PA and the process to get into PA school is stressful and exhausting. I admire you so much for putting your mental health first, congrats sis!
Yes the exploitation is real!! I cried today about this .. SMH 😩
working for free is no big deal...how else should students get experience ?
@@flauze um they should pay them???
@@plutoprincess777 Not getting paid for 1 day of capstone work ? You'll be ok.
@@flauze um maybe you should do more research it’s definitely 1-3 years of work with little to no pay depending on the career.
12 hour shifts are extremely draining Especially with kids and a family, I feel you on that. Weight gain, anxiety, insomnia yeah so true
Girl yes I've been doing 12hr shifts 5 days a week, since this pandemic. Im done with nursing. Ive been in the game for 12yrs I've paid my dues
@@MSALIYAHJORDAN same, I have switched jobs around two times since the pandemic began. I have been off for about 3 months now and it feels good! I'll probably start looking for a job around September, but that will only be per diem . I just can't and am not willing to do it on a full time or even part time basis anymore, that's the only way I'll be able to stay in the field.
Yes!!! The weight gain due to stress I work in a LTC facility dear God it's bad.
Most IT jobs are now remote. And if you need to go on site...it's usually after hours after nobody's in the office. Cheers!
This is me now
I booked my session with her and she's legit. She was so sweet and knowledgeable! She definitely expands on what she does during the one on one session. Happy that I talked to her.
Do you paid?
I used to be a nurse, after one year working in a hospital, I found that nursing was not what I expected. I decided to change my field to medical nanotechnology, so I studied for a MSc in Nanomedicine (not an easy job). Meanwhile, I was working in a hospital to cover my life and pay the university's tuition. Then, I got a scholarship to study for a PhD in cellular and molecular biology in Ireland. Now, I'm a final year PhD student but still thinking nursing was easier than science! I shared my journey to ask you, if you want to quit nursing, please do an extensive search and think enough about your next career before moving. Life is too short, do what makes you happy😌
Waaaa
I've been trying to get into nursing for over 7 years having so many setbacks, but the pandemic hit and I starting to think about what I really want in life. Nursing doesn't fit with the lifestyle I want to live. The cyber security field is something I've been having interest in and this pop up in my recommendations. This definitely a sign!
This is definitely definitely a sign
Yes! Definitely follow what is truly going to make you happy. COVID definitely also taught me that life is too short to be living a life you do not enjoy.
Study nursing only if you’re passionate about it! Don’t go waste your time if money is the only thing you’re looking for, you regret working nursing. It’s a very hard job
@@Cat-es9rq thank you for this!
@@dlifeofarc1272 yeah that’s the thing I want to be able to travel and live life and still have a good career but I don’t think nursing will be good for that anymore
I’ve been a nurse for 5 months as a 12 hr shift night nurse. I am already over it!! I haven’t been in the gym the entire 5 months and eating terribly 😭😭.. been so depressed, numb & my anxiety is on high from lack of sleep. On my days off, I sit in my room alone or sleep all day!
All in all, lol I got a therapist now.
Jada.. I thought I was the only one to stay in my apartment all day in bed, on my off days!!!! I had a mental breakdown after work yesterday. It’s exhausting. Definitely seeking therapy.
Yes! I thought I was being dramatic, but no I was having silent breakdowns basically
& update I took my savings (& blessed to have understanding mom) and I quit!
Currently, debating entering non-bedside 8-5s clinics or leaving the career all together.
I wish you the best of luck! Make sure you are healthy first!
@@jadacarter.9910 awww, I wish you the best! So happy that you found some type of peace. 💕
Night shift sucks, I just did my first nursing night shift the other day and I am not enjoying it, I feel exhausted still, days later, and I have to work night shift the next two night... not for me!
If I was a nurse I’d work in a med spa because I love beauty
Thank You so much for Sharing your story. I’m not the only one. I went to nursing school and it didn’t work out for me. I got into IT and I’m very grateful I did that I wish I had knew about it earlier before getting into nursing school. Personally after starting my first job in IT, I realize how much money I have wasted in nursing but I’m glad I had the experience and now I know IT is my passion career and I’m so glad I did that with Great Salary and benefits. This message is for people which nursing schools didn’t work out for them. There are a lot of jobs with good salary, don’t give up on yourself. If one door closes, another opens. 💯
Wow, am happy for you. Which field in IT did you go into
Hi Ama.. is there any way I can have ur contact for me to make some inquiries about the IT
Could I have your email address? I’ve been thinking of IT for months. I was in nursing school and HATED it
Epic ,epic, epic video! I literally left nursing of 7 yrs and now I'm in my 2nd WK of IT orientation! I already see a major difference! Thank you for sharing your experience!
How did you get started with It?
@@abboski I’m gonna look into that thank you
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Can I ask how you got into IT? Very curious. Thank you!
I will definitely watch your video when I get off work. I'm a nurse and a single mom. I am so tired of working all these hours, lifting these patients, always bringing my work home, and stressed all the time
What type of work do you have to bring home. Because I’m a teacher and I’m so over having to bring work home. And I’ve been thinking about other career paths… so that’s why I’m asking what type of work nurses have to bring home?
@@mzDANCEiHEART I'm a nurse. I have to chart.
@@mzDANCEiHEART stress from work as well
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This was superrr interesting!!! I didn’t really like med surge either and now work as an independent contractor as well. The money is sweet & the flexibility is like no other. I can take as many or as little shifts as I want and I can literally plan a vacation months ahead of time without requesting for time off. I prefer this side of nursing but I’m not gonna lie, I think I need a change. Awesome video sis 💕
Jesus loves you!😊❤
What do you mean independent contracting? Like prn?
Thank you for watching 💗🥰
@@30myla no, so it’s like I work for myself but through an agency but I guess it’s kinda like a prn job since It’s for staff relief.
@NurseKey have you considered private duty as a independent contractor? I just started here and I love it. No middle man.
Please make a video on the process of getting a job in cyber security and scary kind of degrees or certifications that are needed! That would be really helpful! Thank you so much 🙏🏾
Yes, please!
I absolutely admire how you took action to give yourself a healthier and happier lifestyle. Healthcare can be stressful. Thank you for giving hope.
Thank you so much for watching!!! ❤️
I just failed out of nursing school due to a final and I was over half-way done. Maybe this is a sign I need to change career paths. Working from home sounds better and you’re still able to help people
it has been over a year since your comment. i am curious what path you chose
Oh wow, this is perfect timing. I was a nursing major and changed to Computer Information Systems. I just knew nursing wasn't going to be for me long term. Love to see other black women in the field doing what works for them. 👏🏾🙌🏾
Thank god I found this! I’ve been a community nurse for 4 years now. My last semester in school I felt a shift in my perspective of nursing and realized I knew nothing of what it was really about. It’s so over glamorized. Teachers and the general public glamorize it without realizing what it’s truly about. Community nurses often get over looked and extremely underpaid compared to hospital nurses - no shade to hospital nurses as I’ve always been so nervous to be a hospital nurse. Im 26 looking for a new career path but am just so confused with what I want now and too ashamed to go back to school for something different. Im afraid to spend more money on something I don’t like. I wished I listened to myself during my last semester instead of devoting so many hours into nursing. I wondered what I would have decided to do if I just listened to my gut. I loved this video! I’m so glad more and more people are speaking up about this. I was having a truly bad day and this is making it a lot better. I wish everyone the best of luck!
I have been a nurse for 5 years. Recently ordered from one city to another and worked 3 different hospitals. I feel so lost at this point in my life. So happy I found you maybe I will get some clarity.
OMG, I felt you about if you take a few days off from the gym, it turns into a few weeks and then a few months. I thought it was just me! Thank you for sharing. I am experiencing burnout as an ICU RN after the pandemic. Very helpful. Take care.
Thank you for watching!!! And I hope you can get the time to rest and recharge for sure!
Same here, I only do 3×12 and i get exhausted.Another problem that i notice, my anxiety is through the roof and i just cannot shake it off.I'm thinking about saving money to buy houses for rent/ Air BNB.
@@muahful Go for it even if you stay a nurse, great income I’ve heard. I’m interested in that as well.
@@tymishawilliams4269 Yes, at the end of the day we need something to fall back on.My gramma use to say ,do not put your eggs in one basket 😃
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As a fellow RN for 16 years, I see this all too often. Burnout is a REAL thing in any profession. Many nurses who I am affiliated with made an immediate 180 from Med/Surg. And many used it as a bridge to transition into their ideal specialty such as HIT, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Software Engineering, Medicine, etc. It's becoming more of a commonplace thing in many professions so I can relate to her frustration. Working any job that affects your Health, Wealth, and Mentality... NEED TO GO!
IT is definitely where its at. Starting off it could be slow but once you find out what you want to do in IT/CYBER you really flex. Contractors vs GS is tremendously different. I'm in IT too but still trying to find my niche. At work I like being to myself, no reports, minimal contact with everyone, etc. Definitely a loner till you need me or vice versa. This is why IT dope.
See! I’m a bartender and while I enjoy the actual mixology and craft of it all (l will find a way to nerd out about everything) the people are EXHAUSTING for me. Having to interact with so many humans is becoming tiresome.
I love doing IT especially system integration but I am so bad in maths, what advice can you give me or which IT sector doesn't have maths.
@@makahnjumbe8204 me too no math intelligence 😤
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So do you make more money in IT than in Nursing?
Im studying for my SEC+ cert now, but currently I'm in retail looking for a career switch up. I'm just so happy I came across your video
focus on one
The burnout 🔥 is so real in nursing
So REAL!!!
GIRL!! I'm from South Africa and I was busy looking at Java tutorials for school when I randomly came across your channel! We have so much in common... I too was in the Military, I did basic military training and that's also where I studied nursing. I'm a Registered Nurse.I am now doing a Bachelor in IT and I left nursing completely, for all the same reasons you've mentioned in your video! I completely relate. Only difference is I had my baby last year and he was a preemie. I decided not to go back to Nursing because I did not want to risk getting sick with Covid and coming home infecting my family. Im in my first year of a three year degree. In south Africa many companies still have formal education as a requirement. I was so shocked to see another nurse who transitioned into IT. I am not alone!
I'm currently a Registered Nurse just finished my comm serve a month ago! I'm considering switching career to IT because wow, the burn out is too much. And we are underpaid for the work we do. I'm currently looking for online courses in IT. I'm just glad there's someone I share sentiments with
I agree with the majority of these comments. I have been an RN for 21 years. I thought I would retire as an RN, but I am beyond tired of all the bureaucracy, staffing issues, and favoritism.I do not want to sound ungrateful, because it has served me well and has been a blessing, but enough is enough LOL. I know I want to do something that I am passionate about and will more than likely start my new career before 2021 is over. Also, after having worked the Covid unit before the vaccines were available, and working the night shift I will not go through that hell again . Don’t get me wrong, the pay can be very very good, but there are more important things than to sacrifice your safety and contentment for a paycheck.
Ladies and gentlemen, I'm ready to shed a tear just having found folks who feel the same soul crushing burnout in this thankless field. Needless to say I SUSCRIBED. I can't wait to leave✌🏾
Yessss. I’m an LVN who’s been doing business analytics for ambulatory care. I want to switch to an IT based role fully and this gives me so much hope!!
I’m in LPN school looking to do something similar. How’d you land a job like that?
Girl I found your video because I was looking into being a web developer and taking a course in coding. I am also a nurse and every thing you said about the nursing field I totally agree!!! That's why I left. Thanks for the inspiration to move away from nursing and move towards IT❤
I can totally relate to the not being in control of your work environment. I feel like I have several bosses; my patients, the patients hospitalists, specialists, my manager, and family members. Having to know everything about the ever changing day and give a complete synopsis of what's going on is impossible to do without losing my mind. Also, while all this is going on were often understaffed and have to take on additional tasks that would normally go to an aide. Don't forget all the requests from patients and physicians inability to call each other! I feel like nothing in doing is tangible and makes any difference. I'm on the verge of losing my mind and looking at different careers. Accounting and Information Systems are a couple I've looked at and hope something works out.
My gf is a nurse and I swear y'all deserve better lol studying medical field is hard enough and the job is even harder
Congrats to you for seeing how unhealthy nursing in a hospital is. I wish I had done that 20 years ago. Going to seriously consider something else after watching this. Thank you!!🙏🏼
You knowing yourself is the best feeling in the world
Omg, you just hit my life right on the head! I'm trying to transition out bc this is seriously not life! I honestly don't even recognize myself anymore. So guess what's gotta go...
FAQs: I am ISSO- Information System Security Officer (Cybersecurity). No it is not Nursing Informatics. It has NOTHING to do with Nursing. To get the job I have now: I have a clearance, a SEC+ cert, attended bootcamp training and studied trainings related to what I am doing now using the resources I listed in the description box.
I have been getting a lot of detailed questions about 'HOW TO TRANSITION FROM NURSING TO IT', and everyone's background or what they are seeking is different. So I have decided to create google doc for people whom are TRULY INTERESTED. It is a 14 page google doc on how you can transition into IT or Click the link to fill out the form and send the payment to receive the google doc
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What exactly do you mean by "clearances"? What type of security jobs provide these "clearances"....like a security guard inside a building or do you mean something else? Please elaborate and thank you in advance.
I tried calling the number on schedulity. It didn’t work. How can I reach u to schedule ? Is it harder than nursing school?
@@yaddygarms2226 Hey Try booking now. I had reached the max bookings I could have but I extended it, so it should work now. You can also reach me via email or IG. Booking a session using the link above.
@@prettyqueen573 It was an armed protective security officer job for a govt. agency. By clearance I mean i.e. secret clearance
Thank you for responding. I can’t wait to try this new career What is your Gmail please.
Girl if this isn’t divine timing, I literally told god I didn’t want to go to work anymore that I wanted to stay home with my kids, was even thinking of signing up for pharmacy tech and then boom you popped up and then boom goggle offers courses and official certification, guess who signed up at the speed of light, ME! GOD IS G.O.A.T thank you girl for you sharing this. May god repay you with all that you pray for 😇
I am so glad I found this. As a veteran I have access to some free cybersecurity courses. I have been toying with the idea of changing to this field from nursing. I’ve always been tech savvy and sort of a nerd so it seems like a good idea. Thank you for your great video!
I’m a vet! How can I look into the free courses? Is this with gi bill or something else?
Yes how do I access free cyber security courses As a vet?
Vet same as well, following.
I’m in school now… going in to my 9th year in education with 3 degrees, but about to go into healthcare as a CVT cardiovascular technologist. Bless you for actually doing something different and not being held back by your past accomplishments. I hope that makes since… congrats
Thank you!! and Goodluck in your journey! 💗
Hi KinderPhleb Court, CVT.. What school do you attend? I'm interested in becoming a CVT as well!!
@@rachaelwhite8614 southern Crescent tech in GA
@@Unpolishedbycourt Thank you.. wow. I had no clue..
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Thank you sooo much for posting this video - I scrolled through the comments and each one was PRICELESS! You are SOOO speaking truth! I can totally relate to everything you've said! The medical field robs you of your HEALTH. No and's, it's or buts!
I've been in the medical field for 36 years, did nursing agencies since 1998 and travel assignments gave me some mental/psychological relief.
Burn out is both very real and quite literally, par for the course. Looking back, nursing is the biggest regret I have EVER had in my entire lifetime. I'm 56 now, and I just "retired" from that lifestyle, would love to go back to school and IT has been in the forefront of my mind!
Thank you for finally speaking the truth about nursing!! I am in a similar boat, worked in EMS and as a paramedic, got my RN about 2 years after getting my medic, went to nursing full time for a year and RAN right back to EMS after a year.... I'm back in nursing full time, and have been for the past 8 months, and I am once again RUNNING back to EMS. I make more money as a paramedic working two 24 hours shifts than I do working 36 as a nurse, with MUCH less stress and aggravation! Thank you for the video!
I’m a paramedic and it’s extremely stressful. Looking to get into another field !
@@SuperLibra101 trust me it isn't as bad as nursing!! I work in a 911 only system, so no transfers, and its a good pace, and not a busy city! It's really difficult to figure out what you want to do outside of healthcare... good luck, I hope you find the right career for yourself.
This was just overall very informative and neutral sided. I’m a new grad who is excited to start working, but I loved hearing your perspective. Thanks!
Which state are you at am also a new grad..
nursing sucks so good luck
I left nursing and now I write resumes for nurses. I’m a copywriter and resume writer.
Are you like a freelance writer (sorry if this a dumb question sis)? Does it pay well?
Hmm never even thought of that! Definitely sounds way better than bedside !
Hi my name is Andrea and I am really good at resumes and would interested in doing this
Shirley I need your contact
do you have a website?
You putting your health first is amazing
I’m a nurse and I only work 2 days a week. If you want to keep your sanity only work that many days.
Nurses are angels. Yall truly deserve the highest pay.
This is what I’m looking for. Switching to IT. Been in MS for 7 years. Over it!
YASS Go for it girl!
IT is awesome. You also need to be ready to read. If you do you will enjoy IT.
Baby girl so natural and stunning with cornrows and all that . Very informative and inspiring. It is very refreshing to see people like us in these Tech spaces .
Much appreciated baby girl .
Best of luck with your endeavors!
It's so funny how I happen to come across this video! My father been trying to get me to do IT, the same thing he does. Really good info about IT! Thanks for sharing!
This is awesome I’m glad I came across this video being a woman in tech myself I love to see more women venturing into this male dominated industry. It’s a very rewarding career path but always aim to be great in whatever you do because you never want anyone to doubt your skills.
Thanks for this vid!!!!
I want to get into this field !
Is there a certain degree you need to do in IT? I need to know where to start .
Please help
The advantage of her career is that she has a top secret/secret clearance through the military. Most high salary IT jobs already wants you to have a clearance. Sometimes, you can find contractor jobs that will pay for your clearance depending on quick positions need filling to secure the contract. I have an IT degree which really took me 7 years to nail a job without a clearance or any certifications. If you don’t have a clearance, at least have Security Plus cert which will make you more marketable and an investment for them to pay for your clearance. Right now, the AWS cloud practitioner is popular in the IT world.
WELL SAID! 💗
Thank you
Is it hard to get in this type of field like to learn and stuff?
@@Cassykakes I paid the amount & have been learning it today & so far it's going well. She doesn't pay me in anyway & I just found her page but Id suggest you pay the $25 & speak with her. I was close to signing back into college & greating even more debt for myself but spoke with her after speaking with the school & decided on how she did things. She give you all the info she did. So far (only 1 day in) it's easy to pick up on.
@@Cassykakes Oh & forgot to mention so far getting me started I've only paid $25 to her & $13.00 to start learning the security+
Thank you for sharing. Being a nurse has been a blessing, but after having done it for over 7 years, i am over it!!!
Girl I FEEL you okay! After 1 year of med surg nursing I knew I was DONE! I do contract nursing right now to pay off my loans which is awesome because I’ve paid off 20k in 6 months! It has totally and completely saved my career.. for now. but as soon as I’m done paying off my student loans I’ve already said I QUIT NURSING!! Lol I am so happy that you found something that works for you 💗. I am still trying to find my path and decide what I want to switch to but I do know I am leaving the floor as soon as these loans are paid. I may not leave nursing altogether because truly I do love being a nurse, I love the impact I have on patients, I love educating my patients, and I love the relationships I build. But honey, not on the floor ok. I gots to go👌🏾 Good luck with everything and thanks for this vid!
Yess girl! I am happy for you! Find what you love doing because honestly life is too short! And thank you, same to you!! 💗☺️
What did you decide to do?
No video could discourage you if you are passionate about your career. Man I love my job. I find myself waking up on my days off cause I am thinking it's work lol. I love my job. Love it.
Are you a nurse?
Are u a nurse
@@xyqueriastone yes I am and I didn’t mean no disrespect, I see so many issues with new grads etc and was wondering do anyone enjoy nursing anymore? I didn’t know if you was referring to nursing or IT!🤦🏾♀️
@@growingthefamilyfourup9214 we are talking about nursing profession here switching to IT. Hope you watch the full video…
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This is SUCH confirmation for me! I am literally in the process of transitioning from an educator to a Security Control Assessor...within the same realm of an ISSO. Good luck to you honey!
Yay!! Good luck to you! Welcome to the cyber security world!
@@dlifeofarc1272 ❤️
Hey there are you getting a degree to do so? I’m in the same boat
@@theresadieujuste6161 Hey! Nope I actually went through a training workshop!
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Wonderful story and thanks for sharing. As a woman working in IT for 10 years please keep in mind that IT is very broad. Sometimes certs will not cut it. I think those that are interested in IT needs to do research that best fits them. Find the area that best interests you. Factors can be the State you live in, do you want to be contractual, are you obtaining a security clearance as a civilian, what days an hours do you want to work. I was a Penetration Tester in cyber security and I worked after business hours and on weekends. Those that are in networking or field tech thats physically demanding. It's so much more.
I’m so glad I see this! I’m supposed to start my nursing program at in January and my heart does not feel in it. My associates is in psychology so I’m think about just going straight through to my bachelors and masters in speech pathology or PA. I have 2 young kids and a husband and I would love to save lives but also keep my sanity lol. I think I’m just going to do it!
Yes! I wish nursing school or I wish there was a way people really understood what nurses actually go through before we signed up for nursing School. I believe there is a false narrative being passed around of the actual work. Because honestly, if you do not have the passion for it, it will be hard to be a bedside nurse.
@@dlifeofarc1272 yes!! I want to help people and work on fixing the black maternity crisis as well. Everyone would tell me you would be an amazing nurse we need more sweet people but I know there are other ways to help people and make changes In this world.
Pray about it but it takes so much out of you!
@@maryamarie5634 Go for it mama!!! You can definitely contribute to black maternity in the aspect of postpartum care or maybe even a doula. We need black women in all aspects of black maternity. If you and your baby survive the birth you can still go home feeling unheard, unready, and unsupported 😢 this is me speaking as a married mother of 2. I can’t imagine how others in different situations feel.
Speech pathologist make good money and have good hours.
Yasss congratulations girl! I'm in software development so I love seeing other women in IT
YES! We need more ladies in the field!
Do you know courses I can take
How do you get in to IT?
How do you get in the IT
Thank you I needed this. I’m so moving away from nursing.
I quit nursing as I was doing g my prerequisites and I switched to Network Security Engineering and I don’t regret it , nursing is overwhelming if you’re not mentally prepared
Where did you learn
@@kaycampbell364 Highline Community College , Washington State
I’m in pre reqs rn and having second thoughts
@@dianamukuna7350 omg I’m in wa state too! I go to
Evcc right now
@@lovingme6896 i go to evcc too haha
This is so me. I feel like I blew up after becoming MS nurse. I’m always so tired and don’t want to do squat on my off days. I was so healthy before. It’s been so hard to get that lifestyle back. Especially on nights.
Yea MS nursing is too much! Plus the patient load and chaos is not it. I never got the hang of nights either. I remember some nurses said they loved it, and that they would use one of their off day to switch back to a regular time so they can do errands and stuff but it never worked for me and my workout schedule either!
@@dlifeofarc1272 yes trying my best to be healthy. my time on nightshift is definitely coming to an end. You’d think after 4 years I’d love it. I just hate the micromanaging on day shift more.
Med Surge is the worse!!
@@merindaarvie28 medical surgical or some say medsurg
That’s me right now working as a CT tech in the emergency room . By the time I get home all I wanna do is sleep I don’t even wanna eat most of the times and I still gain weight
It's like you get to a point and think that it then a shift happens and you want something else. Like I really thought this was was my the end. Kudos to you for creating your own destiny.
Another great alternative for leaving nursing is getting into management. I used to work in the corporate office for a healthcare company. A lot of the directors and regional managers were previously nurses. A lot less patient interaction and dealing with families.
I'm a corporate trainer but Im trying to step into corporate "management"! Its hard to get there though...
How do you do that Kim? Like what is the process for those nurses. I’m a travel nurse currently ( best decision I made) but I still want to leave bedside nursing
Alot of physicians 👩🏾⚕️👨🏾⚕️👩🏿⚕️👩🏽⚕️👨🏽⚕️👨🏿⚕️get into the corporate management positions too.
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Sorry if this inappropriate, but how is the pay in management? I’m currently in nursing school but I am thinking about picking up a minor in businesses administration.
Girl I been debating this forever thank you so damn much for this
You're welcome!
Great video. I am in law enforcement and every single con you had with nursing is EXACTLY what I have been dealing with and I can not wait to leave for Cybersecurity.
Thank you for being so transparent. You are completely right about being on your feet all day. I can't wait to make the transition and have more time for self care. I am falling apart!
As a nurse of 14 years I love this video. I recently left the bedside and I'm working 8-hour shifts in an outpatient clinic. I spent the last 6 years in the surgical ICU. I love your honesty. Especially about the patients being less than responsible and how anything could happen. But I also work med surg before the ICU so I totally understand. But it's something glad you found something else that you like. And it's sad to say that you were making more working security than you were as a new grad.
Everything you are saying about nursing is how I’ve been feeling about nursing the past few months. Been in healthcare for almost 10 years (5 yes CNA and 5 years nursing). I’m so burnt out from this field and considering career change. Thank you for this video!
I feel you when you talk about being mentally drained! Sheesh I have a whole family... kids, husband, and I’m pregnant! When I get off I don’t even want to take a shower I just want to get in bed😫 I be like I’ll take a shower in a couple of days😒
Yessss!!!! Lol! I really did not want to do anything at all. I gotta give you your props for being able to handle all of it because it was just me and I was struggling 😭
@@dlifeofarc1272 😂😂 I feel you girl
Virtual hugs
😂😂😂right
Lawwwd that’s too much, I pray that you get a break and peace of mind!
This was God sent thanks so much I’m currently a Nurse and I need a break! I love computers everyone comes to me when their computers don’t work. I do have a interest in IT, thanks for sharing! New subscriber 😊
I started working at a hospital as a pet about 6bmontha ago and right away I knew I no longer wanted to be a nurse. I have children and I want a stress free work life so that it doesn't spill into my at home life. I am now going to do Dental Hygienest program.
Yes good for you! It is always about finding what works for you
Be careful with that. It has lots of challenges as well!
@@MT-yx5cu what are the challenges?
@@asiaaa8067 I'll list them and you can decide if they are actually a challenge for you.
1. Difficult to find a fulltime job. Most RDH's have 2 part-time jobs or seek temp work; especially if you live in city that's releasing 20-30 hygienists per year. You may have to move.
2. It can be extremely stressful and fast paced if you work in a high patient volume office. If your office doesn't see many patients, it may be a little more laid back; however, you probably won't make much money. They will send you home.
3. Not much time to do your job. Some practices give you less than an hour to complete an appointment which encompasses more than just a prophy as you know. If you dont care about the quality of your work or patient comfort, this won't be an issue.
4. Lots of butthole doctors/dentists who are stressed, have bad attitudes, cheap and don't respect what you do; many think of you as someone who just cleans teeth and increases their production.
5. Difficult to find a job with benefits unless you work for the government, find an office that's been taken over by a corporation or find a franchise dental office like ASPEN (who has a horrible rep by the way).
6. Overtime it takes a toll on your back and hands. Keep perfect posture and positioning when you are working. Workout/exercise and eat healthy consistently throughout your career. You will thank me later😊.
@@MT-yx5cu Thank you. It always nice to get more behind the scenes information about a career.
I've been a nurse for 20 years and hold and MBA and an MSN in informatics. Cybersecurity has peaked my interest
*hold an MBA*
Have utilized your informatics degree?
@@missisom5251 : *Have you utilized your informatics degree *- You are asking a question?
@@missisom5251 Thats my question too.. are there jobs in informatics?
@@johnsonajayi7846 Are you an English teacher?
Please remember everyone that there are different avenues in nursing besides working in a hospital/nursing home.
I absolutely love the notion of still working as a contractor and doing IT. But definitely explore your options outside of the mainstream nursing as well. Experience is key in any occupation you have.
I’m currently in school for cybersecurity and so many people tell me on a regular basis that I need to go back to the ER and become an NP. No one can comprehend why I would have any interest in leaving the field. In my mind healthcare is just a big business similar to Walmart or McDonalds and we are overworked and underpaid in addition to a plethora of other issues, violence is one of the major issues anyone ever wants to talk about. With so many people telling me to just move up the nursing ladder I have been having doubts lately. God randomly put this video in my feed to give me the encouragement to keep moving forward. ❤️
Your comment is literally everything! Until the healthcare system changes, it’s going to be an ongoing issue and it’s definitely sad because the healthcare system - should be better than that because it is to save lives! I had gotten into NP school and I chose not to go. At the end of the day, so what’s best for you! Goodluck to your journey 💗
I work in Psych in a medical hospital and it is not the way to live, some would say I make okay money but not for what I go through of patients practically being able to do what they want to me, I am constantly disrespected and have been physically attacked more times than I can count and you may say what do I expect in Psych but my employer makes the situations much worse…I am going back for my masters in a more administrative role but I don’t even know if I can do that
@@coreejacobs4780 you can do it❤️ I wish you the best
@@coreejacobs4780 How did you get the job in the Psych in a medical hospital. I’ve always wanted to try that.
@@springfresh4344 I’ve worked in Psychiatric Hospitals in the past which was all that was required plus my bachelor’s degree so I got the job with no problem it’s good money but jobs are jobs you know the politics are everywhere
I have been a nurse for 15 years, and away from the bedside for 11 years. I currently work M-F from home, and have been making 6 figures in nursing for quite some time now. Nursing has been good to me for sure. There is more to do in nursing besides being at the bedside, it is a profession with lots of different avenues to pursue.
what do you do if you don’t mind me asking?
@@taylorsamone1856 I’m a nurse case manager for one of the major insurers in CA.
Yeah I’m not understanding why nurses stay in specialities that they don’t like lol
There’s soooooooo much to do in nursing.
This was SOOOO relatable (I’m currently applying for nurse/clinical informatics or analyst jobs now). Nice to know I’m not alone feeling how I do.
Any updates?
I feel so guilty leaving the nursing profession, after 8 years I've lost interest and I'm burned out. It's time to move on though, the nursing profession loves to brain wash their own (Examples: it's your license! The grass isn't always greener on the other side! This is the best hospital to work for! You don't want to help people anymore?!). It's sad how effective all that works too, I'm glad for anyone who betters themselves! You only got one shot at life.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I am burned out nurse, I recently quit my bedside job due to everything you mentioned with not having a set schedule, no family time, tough hours, and having anxiety thinking about what scenarios may pan out during the shift. As you've mentioned, it caused me to be mentally and physically drained with so much anxiety. I am thankful that you posted this because I was thinking about a possible career change. I appreciate your transparency and information how how you transitioned to IT which I am so happy that it worked out for you!
Girl, yes, to all of this! Good for you for doing you and what's best for you!! This gives me motivation to do the same! ✊️
Thanks!! and You got this! ☺️
These are very valid reasons 👏 especially the energy for the gym 💪
Congratulations hun on your new found career🥰. Not sure with other countries but nursing in Canada doesn't limit you to bedside nursing. Many of my nursing friends/Colleagues work in offices. I tried the whole office work nursing and I couldn't stand it. I find office work to be harder than actually doing bedside nursing at times to be honest. More due to being restricted to a computer chair. A profession in nursing is hard no doubt but I"m glad it has evolved.
Thats actually really good to know! Thank you for sharing this comment. That way nurses whom are thinking of doing more of an office career know it is way to better to do so in Canada if they are willing to relocate!
@@dlifeofarc1272 You're welcome hun.
Exactly...keep in mind you can work in pharmaceutical industry, education, etc. I work from home as a nurse. You are not limited to the hospital Nd I have been in nursing for 15 years. And you can make 6 figures. Do what you are passionate about and you will succeed.
@@lydiamerritt1174 💯%
@@lydiamerritt1174Hi . What is your job title? like what do you do? in which industry?
You described my nursing life😫😩 the summer is the worst working nights because i have to be home before the sun comes up in order to sleep during the day which never works! Smh i often feel like I'm up around the clock. And the money people talk about in nursing is only OT money! Yes the money is there but it's the hours you work to get that money smh i feel so bad because family time is sacrificed😩 my son just mentioned this and i just might consider it. I do enjoy tech myself. Thanks for this video
Wow, these have been my exact thoughts for the last year. I am really over Nursing & I’ve been looking into IT. Nursing takes up too much of my personal life. Thanks for the video. I know I’m not the only one.
What’s IT?
I resigned at my nursing job and signed a new contract with a great company in IT last Friday. I AM SO HAPPY TO GET OUT OF THIS FIELD! It is SO toxic.
How did you do this? What kind of degree was needed?
😢 I have been working as an LPN for 5yrs. It was a mission but I just finished my RN program in 5/10/21. And I am burned out for all the reasons you said. In 2020 I had 5 diff W2s. Worked 3 times as much and earned a little more than half of my previous salary. Since becoming a nurse My quality of life has taken a nose dive. If one more person calls me a healthcare hero I will scream😱. How about a living wage for all that damn work and abuse.
Preach!! I feel like instead of investing in calling healthcare workers heros (which they are, do not get me wrong). I think it will translate better, if they invest in i.e. free mental health therapy sessions for health-care workers, free schooling for health-care workers, bonus checks instead of free food and so much more!
i have the same issue wit consistency..if i skip, skipping becomes a HABIT. thanks for speaking bout this, i understand myself more. back to yogaa nd meditation tmrw
I have been trying to get into nursing school for about 7 years now. I finally got into nursing school. Through this journey I questioned it so many times and got discouraged. I do want a second career but nursing is something that I know that I wanted to do for so long… I will def look to book an appointment with her to see if this would be something I could be able to do. I’m glad I found this
For real though, "I wana be a nurse" "Run bitch, run!!!!!!"
What an inspiration thank you for sharing. You’re brave for jumping into a new career
And I'm currently leaving IT for nursing. I think location plays a huge factor in the jobs/opportunities available
Girl I’m in a postbacc program right to be a future PA … but I applied to a coding boot camp next year and got in. At first I thought I was the only one tryna do a big switch . I worked as MA during covid and best part I loved was talking and meeting different patients but everything else was labor. Even providers were burnt out ! I’ll update next year bc I thought I was the only one over this health care system
Yessss please update, I would like to know how your transition went ☺️ Goodluck!
Update?
May your light keep shinning, Amen.
Thank you so much 💕
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