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Offline imindoors

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Changing job,
« on: December 28, 2017, 14:53:52 »
OK. I have done 25 years as a registered nurse, the last seven as a charge nurse. For the most part it's been a great career, but for the last year  I have been feeling burnt out and I honestly don't think I have any more to give in this area, and I don't want to become one of those jaded people sitting it out for retirement.

I'm 54 now so I reckon I have another 10 years or so useful working life left in me.

Time for a change methinks, so I'm throwing it out there.

Any suggestions? Nothing 'customer facing' though, I have dealt with enough with  humanity already.

Random request I know, but whatever  it's only a conversation.

For now :)
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #1 on: December 28, 2017, 15:00:26 »
Medical Equipment Manufacturing companies are always looking for people with experience of using the equipment. Quality, Design, Regulatory, Shop-Floor Manufacturing - loads of options and not a customer in sight.

I take it you don't have a final salary type pension :)
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #2 on: December 28, 2017, 15:01:54 »
Interesting, never thought of that. Thank you.
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Offline imindoors

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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #3 on: December 28, 2017, 15:05:12 »
Pension wise to get the best out of it I need to stay until I'm 65.

Ain't going to happen.

Going to cut my losses and try to enjoy life more in the present.
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #4 on: December 28, 2017, 16:18:37 »
I'm guessing you will have "grandfather rights" up to 7.5 ton.. Do your CPC and go driving.. After spending most of my life in a warehouse environment being on the road was a refreshing change..
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #5 on: December 29, 2017, 11:54:08 »
Mrs Robo was a nurse for 22 years, think she got to F or G grade?, then her health authority was combined with another and she was in the "wrong camp" so was maneuvered out  :icon_no:

Total change of career, she became a bus driver!, still doing it 15 years later.
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Offline imindoors

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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #6 on: March 16, 2018, 19:49:08 »
Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but looks like I've done it????

Got myself with a driving job with my current employer. Permanent contract as well????

I'm going to be a NHS White Van Man.????

I'm really chuffed.

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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #7 on: March 16, 2018, 20:35:46 »
Good man, enjoy your new role. :thumb:

Top tip from another who drives for a living, never ever moan about traffic, remember you are being paid to sit on your arse. :)
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #8 on: March 16, 2018, 21:19:32 »
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Great news  :thumb:
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #9 on: March 16, 2018, 21:27:21 »
Moving on is a tough decision at your time of life I hope your bravery is rewarded.
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #10 on: March 16, 2018, 21:39:08 »
Quote from: TLPower on March 16, 2018, 20:35:46
Good man, enjoy your new role. :thumb:

Top tip from another who drives for a living, never ever moan about traffic, remember you are being paid to sit on your arse. :)

I work in Powys. More than 5 cars waiting at the lights is considered as newsworthy congestion. Some of the most open roads in the country???? We don't even have any cities in Powys. I know what you mean though. I always try to chill out when driving as it's almost impossible to 'make progress' like you can on a bike. just Got to accept it.
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #11 on: March 16, 2018, 21:49:40 »
Quote from: Brockett on March 16, 2018, 21:27:21
Moving on is a tough decision at your time of life I hope your bravery is rewarded.

Nope. Easy decision. Making it work is the tricky part.
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Re: Changing job,
« Reply #12 on: March 16, 2018, 22:33:55 »
Good luck to you .. :thumb: . Been in my current job for 13 years . Often do I think , is this really it .. ? . You never know ..
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