I'm still alive

Hello, it has been a while, but I would really like to start posting again. Maybe it will help with all the frustration of the new job. Which, by the way, I really enjoy.

I'm working at a psychiatric hospital. Something I never really thought I would go into. I liked psych in college, but it just didn't seem like it was something I could ever do... I'm just glad God lead me to the right place. It took long enough, but now I think I'm content. I work with the greatest group of staff, its unbelievable. Unlike my old job, these people are caring, and they will do everything they can to help out. And the greatest thing- there's organization!

It's fantastic. Everyone knows exactly what they are doing, and when, and we are just one big dysfunctional family.

I have learned so much. Not just about psych and mental health, but about myself. And I really think that it is helping me grow as a better person. I am learning about what really triggers my nerves and how to stay calm and collected during a crisis situation. And I'm learning about some types of people and personalities that I do not get along with. I'm also starting to become a much more assertive person. Which can be a good or bad thing.

And now that I am starting to settle into a schedule that fits me, hopefully I will be able to post some interesting things more often!

Im baaaaack!

So I haven't been around lately. Actually, I have been battling with some family issues, and dealing with some serious depression that has had me not feeling like doing anything. But, I did manage to get a new job.

Yesh, that's right, starting Monday I will start orientation as a psych nurse.

And I'm excited. It's gonna be completely different than anything I have ever done. Well, I guess you could say that I have had some crazy patients and co-workers as Shitty Hospital. But most of them didn't have a diagnosis.

So starting Monday, I promise to be back to posting more frequently, for anyone who cares. 

So, yeah...

So, there isn't much going on here. Just setting around on my ass checking online ads for nurses. One major problem I am coming across is the need for experience. Lots of places are looking to hire RNs. However, most want an experienced RN who knows what is going on, and they aren't willing to look for someone new who is willing to learn and stay with a company for years to come.

But I do have a couple prospective jobs. I interviewed for a state job, and after my background check clears and they contact my references, I *should* be getting a call back. At least that's what they told me. But they really wanted someone who had more experience. And they let me know that at multiple times in my interview.

My second possible job is a part time every other weekend shift at the local nursing home. Ugh. Not completely what I wanted, but something is better than nothing. And it could always lead to something full time if I like it. So... Yeah... That's where I'm at right now.