I want a Career Change! But in what?

Question

Im a CNA at a hospital, I work 3 days a week 12 hr shifts, over nights, make my own schedule, I get 4 weeks vacation a year, great benefits.. Sounds Great right? but! Im extreamly  unhappy working at this Job I get physically and emotionally abused by patients ( not all ) the Nurses are not the best and it's like pulling teeth to get them to help me with their patients. (Some Nurses are amazing!)  but I would have to say more then half of the staff on the floor I work on are awful! I want to get excited about going to work. Im currently working on making my small part-time business full time. Im into Music, baking, decorating cookies, and business stuff, creating excites me like you wouldn't believe :) Im a single Mom so jumping the way I want isn't a option. What kind of job or career can I get into that would get me excited to get up and go to work? I want to be inspired daily and challenge myself but Im so stuck and annoyed that Im not able to think straight. any suggestions on direction ?

Phyllis S. · Answer

Gosh, how frustrating! Do you live somewhere where you could find a career counselor to help you?  I think someone like that could help with career tests you can take and then ideas for new directions to head in based on what the tests show. At least I think that's a service that is out there. (Can someone in that area chime in?) That coupled with an employment agency to help you realize jobs once you've identified what you want to do might be a good strategy. In the meantime, are there other nursing jobs that might be less negative/more rewarding? Hang in there and best of luck to you!

Victoria Bee · Answer

I left my job as a high school English teacher recently. I was like you, burnt out and extremely unhappy. I’m also a creative type person. I’m looking to make a career change into a more career related field. I’ve taken a few career/personality tests and PR, HR, Art Director, Writer, Marketing, Actor, UX/UI, Musician are jobs that keep showing up over and over again. But these types of careers can be intimidating. Especially for someone like me (or you) who is used to a straightforward career path (educator, CNA). Making a career change into a creative type field, well, takes creativity. It sounds like you're well on your way to making your side hustle work! What I’m finding is that your mindset is the most important factor when it comes to making a change. I’m listening to an audiobook about confidence that has helped me a lot. Every day, I’m feeling more empowered that I can make a creative career change work. But, I also know that it’s going to take time. Reaching out and talking to the ladies on Fairygodboss has really helped keep my moral high while I continue my journey. Best wishes!

Anonymous · Answer

I think a vacation might be a good start! I think far too often friends of mine switch things they love when really they just need a break.

Austen · Answer

Just an idea - but have you considered clinical research?  I'm not talking about the low-paying on site jobs, but maybe you'll consider the Pharma, biotech or research organizations?   Depending on where you live, you may have a location near you!  Head over to Linked In - there are so many places.  There are clinical studies that help sick patients and your skills will help you get a good role with the same great benefits!

CreativeMeli · Answer

thank you I will look into it. :)

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