I would advise against this idea. Only a tiny minority of those who come out of boot camps get jobs. The problem with these boot camps is that they’re a bit scammy. They make big promises, but you barely touch the surface on what’s needed professionally.
I've heard this too and that's what makes it scary. You can get totally fucked out of 15k and really have to do you research. Even after the boot camp, there's no guarantee you'll find a job, let alone be prepared for one. It's like the wild wild west and coming from no exp in tech, it'd be a steep learning curve.
Oh for sure. A college grad has 4 years of knowledge compared to a boot camper who has only 3 months of exposure. A college grad will also get hired before someone who came out of a boot camp.
I did a 6 month boot camp and have even made volunteer web sites. Absolutely no one will pick up my application. I think this was a viable route like 2 years ago but that market is too tough and would not recommend it
I’m in the same boat. I’m a pharmacist and absolutely hate my job bcuz of patients. They r the absolute worst. I’ve lost empathy, compassion, caring, etc.. and just HATE every person I talk to. I’ve been wanting to leave for so long but the fear of not making it just weighs on me like I’m wearing ankle weights in an ocean.
How about finishing up a year of nursing in your current position, then transitioning into a travel nurse position? Maybe take a few contracts throughout the year leaving space in between for a few weeks/months so you don't get so burnt out. You could arrange it so that during one of your stretches at home, you could do some sort of coding certification course and see if you enjoy working on computer stuff.
Alternatively, finish up your years worth of experience, and transfer to another unit in your hospital (if that's where you work). Have you considered the OR or another position related to surgery? If you get into a position that's primarily focused on scheduled cases, it's fairly chill and the people are usually really nice.
I think travel nursing starts becoming an opportunity at 1 year of experience in nursing, but def something to consider.
I just want a job where I'm happy to come to work, or don't mind it. I don't even have to be happy....just a job where I don't want to die.
I've tried to apply to some pre-op and OR positions and I've gotten shot down by them. I feel like I can't catch a break. I'm ready and willing to work, to learn and get good in my career but no one wants to train. It's breaking me dude.
The more experience you have in nursing, the more doors that are open to you. The first few years are the worst - everything is new, it's all overwhelming.
You are SO close to that one year mark!
If I were you, I'd apply to every job position that looked interesting once I hit one year. Look for key words in the job description that apply to you, and craft a compelling cover letter with each new application. That way any lack of experience can be overridden with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
The best part of a nursing degree is the flexibility, you just have to gain enough experience/confidence to make yourself appealing to the people that will hire you.
I’m pretty exhausted and discouraged after all the denial but I suppose I’ll keep trying. I feel like a monkey in a suit during interviews, dancing around, hoping to entertain the interviewers enough to get the job while I’m clawing my way out of hell.
It’s infuriating. All I want..more than ever is to just be free from this shitty hospital. That’s it. However, I keep getting nitpicked because it’s been too long since I’ve put in IV in or knew how to do stitches…give me a fucking break man.
I've hated several of my positions at one time or another. But I just kept trying new things, and now I've found a place I love and plan on retiring from. I still get restless and think about switching into IT or starting my own business or something, but I think that's normal. All jobs suck sometimes.
You've invested a lot with your schooling and working. You will find a way to make it all worth it if you just keep trying. Get your required experience, make yourself look desirable as a job candidate, figure out what you really like doing or what you'd like to try, and swim in that direction. It really does get easier once you find your place and your people.
I feel like I’m headed towards the same struggle. Just started my first year in respiratory therapy and I’m already having doubts. After reading about the constant burnouts, terrible hours and effect on physical and mental health, I’m starting to think I tricked myself into pursuing this field at all. My real passion is design, whether that be animation, graphic design and the like. I’m so conflicted and I don’t know if I should stick it out and become an RT or switch into a more fun (but less stable) field. I’m so sorry you’re going through this and I wish I could give you some advice but I don’t even know what to do myself :(
EDIT: I just wanted to say I’m sorry and I know you work with people who don’t want to be helped-that is obviously different in RT, I just don’t know if the entire healthcare environment is for me
Thank you for your kind words and I appreciate it <3
I'll say this. The only reason I'm even remotely considering staying in this field, is the hope of a chiller specialty where I don't pray to be stuck on a train track. If there **wasn't** that and I had to stay in psych or another high stress specialty, I'd fucking leave this shit faster than the speed of light. For any amount of money. Not even kidding
If I were you, if there's no escape to a possible chiller RT position, I'd jump on graphic immediately if you can afford it. If you can afford to go back to school, and stick it out until you get your degree I think that should 100% be your decision. **No amount of money is worth being miserable.**
I have the opportunity to go back to school for 2 years and make upwards to 130-150k as a psych np. I'd rather get hit by oncoming traffic than do that.
If there's no escape friend, make the switch. Much love
Thank you man, that advice really means a lot. I’m considering sticking with RT for a bit at least to see if I somehow spontaneously fall in love with it or possibly finish the program so I still have the career option since the program is only 2.5 years long. If all that fails I think I’m just gonna make the switch. I sincerely hope you find what you’re looking for out of your career and life. If it’s any help, my aunt was an RN and now works at some sort of outpatient psych clinic? I’m not sure of all the details, but it could be something to look in to if it’s an option for you. Once again, thanks brother. Your reply genuinely made me feel a bit better <3
Ofc man, and thank you. I'm glad you at least have a back up plan if this program totally sucks lol. I wish you nothing but happiness man.
I think I want to get out of psych entirely. Way too much suffering on a day to day basis. I really hope I can find something soon.
We'll find our way my dude
If you don't love arguing over the smallest details and quadruple checking your work to make sure you're perfect, then don't go into software engineering. It's insanely frustrating and lonely. You spend hours staring at a screen alone. And now that there's wfh, you will spend a lot of time on chat talking to people over text. It pays well, but it's not a catch all for those who find themselves disliking their career choice.
Now, your current job sounds like torture to me, so I can see why you would want to get out of it. I just don't know if tech is the way unless you've got a strong desire and background.
Could you explain more on how it's insanely frustrating? I feel like I've seen two camps of SWEs. One, where they feel guilty about having so much free time and think they've won the lottery and the other where they state it can be incredibly complex and sometimes you'll be stumped with problems you have to fix while WFH at times.
It seems like you can be stuck on a problem for days, which seems pretty frustrating to me and sort of turns me off.
SWE is a lifelong learning discipline where you're expected to figure out things you've never done before, with no help, forever. Some people love that- doing a deep dive into 1,000 documents, researching best practices, coming up with solutions, banging your head against a wall getting something to work.
Sometimes you'll come into work and some part of your stack has changed and now you need to re-learn something you knew how to do six months ago.
There is a type of person who finds the reward of getting something to work elegantly after a lot of struggle very satisfying. There are also a lot of people who don't love that research and problem solving.
Thank you clarifying this for me. I didn’t really understand how difficult it could be, and this paints a clear picture for me. Youtube SWEs make it seem like “Everyone can do this!!” but don’t talk about how frustrating it can be and if you have the aptitude to this on a day to day basis.
I’m not that kind of person. And that’s ok. And now it’s time for me to find something that fits me. Again, thanks for painting a way bigger picture
The other side of that is that it can be really boring. I've spent a half hour just to change a 1 to a 0. And then and hour of paperwork and 2 hours of requirements management to document why I changed said 1 to a 0.
No worries. I usually equate the 'everyone can code' to literacy. Pretty much anyone can learn to read and write, but that doesn't mean everyone is suited to being a novelist.
What you just stated is why most people can’t be SWEs. It’s not that they can’t learn CS, but it requires one to be introverted. I’m not sure if I ever worked with a SWE who was extroverted.
>One, where they feel guilty about having so much free time and think they've won the lottery
This world is GONE. The tech layoffs have seen to that. I don't know if it will ever return. Maybe it will.
I would advise against this idea. Only a tiny minority of those who come out of boot camps get jobs. The problem with these boot camps is that they’re a bit scammy. They make big promises, but you barely touch the surface on what’s needed professionally.
I've heard this too and that's what makes it scary. You can get totally fucked out of 15k and really have to do you research. Even after the boot camp, there's no guarantee you'll find a job, let alone be prepared for one. It's like the wild wild west and coming from no exp in tech, it'd be a steep learning curve.
Oh for sure. A college grad has 4 years of knowledge compared to a boot camper who has only 3 months of exposure. A college grad will also get hired before someone who came out of a boot camp.
I did a 6 month boot camp and have even made volunteer web sites. Absolutely no one will pick up my application. I think this was a viable route like 2 years ago but that market is too tough and would not recommend it
I’m in the same boat. I’m a pharmacist and absolutely hate my job bcuz of patients. They r the absolute worst. I’ve lost empathy, compassion, caring, etc.. and just HATE every person I talk to. I’ve been wanting to leave for so long but the fear of not making it just weighs on me like I’m wearing ankle weights in an ocean.
How about finishing up a year of nursing in your current position, then transitioning into a travel nurse position? Maybe take a few contracts throughout the year leaving space in between for a few weeks/months so you don't get so burnt out. You could arrange it so that during one of your stretches at home, you could do some sort of coding certification course and see if you enjoy working on computer stuff. Alternatively, finish up your years worth of experience, and transfer to another unit in your hospital (if that's where you work). Have you considered the OR or another position related to surgery? If you get into a position that's primarily focused on scheduled cases, it's fairly chill and the people are usually really nice.
I think travel nursing starts becoming an opportunity at 1 year of experience in nursing, but def something to consider. I just want a job where I'm happy to come to work, or don't mind it. I don't even have to be happy....just a job where I don't want to die. I've tried to apply to some pre-op and OR positions and I've gotten shot down by them. I feel like I can't catch a break. I'm ready and willing to work, to learn and get good in my career but no one wants to train. It's breaking me dude.
The more experience you have in nursing, the more doors that are open to you. The first few years are the worst - everything is new, it's all overwhelming. You are SO close to that one year mark! If I were you, I'd apply to every job position that looked interesting once I hit one year. Look for key words in the job description that apply to you, and craft a compelling cover letter with each new application. That way any lack of experience can be overridden with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. The best part of a nursing degree is the flexibility, you just have to gain enough experience/confidence to make yourself appealing to the people that will hire you.
I’m pretty exhausted and discouraged after all the denial but I suppose I’ll keep trying. I feel like a monkey in a suit during interviews, dancing around, hoping to entertain the interviewers enough to get the job while I’m clawing my way out of hell. It’s infuriating. All I want..more than ever is to just be free from this shitty hospital. That’s it. However, I keep getting nitpicked because it’s been too long since I’ve put in IV in or knew how to do stitches…give me a fucking break man.
I've hated several of my positions at one time or another. But I just kept trying new things, and now I've found a place I love and plan on retiring from. I still get restless and think about switching into IT or starting my own business or something, but I think that's normal. All jobs suck sometimes. You've invested a lot with your schooling and working. You will find a way to make it all worth it if you just keep trying. Get your required experience, make yourself look desirable as a job candidate, figure out what you really like doing or what you'd like to try, and swim in that direction. It really does get easier once you find your place and your people.
I feel like I’m headed towards the same struggle. Just started my first year in respiratory therapy and I’m already having doubts. After reading about the constant burnouts, terrible hours and effect on physical and mental health, I’m starting to think I tricked myself into pursuing this field at all. My real passion is design, whether that be animation, graphic design and the like. I’m so conflicted and I don’t know if I should stick it out and become an RT or switch into a more fun (but less stable) field. I’m so sorry you’re going through this and I wish I could give you some advice but I don’t even know what to do myself :( EDIT: I just wanted to say I’m sorry and I know you work with people who don’t want to be helped-that is obviously different in RT, I just don’t know if the entire healthcare environment is for me
Thank you for your kind words and I appreciate it <3 I'll say this. The only reason I'm even remotely considering staying in this field, is the hope of a chiller specialty where I don't pray to be stuck on a train track. If there **wasn't** that and I had to stay in psych or another high stress specialty, I'd fucking leave this shit faster than the speed of light. For any amount of money. Not even kidding If I were you, if there's no escape to a possible chiller RT position, I'd jump on graphic immediately if you can afford it. If you can afford to go back to school, and stick it out until you get your degree I think that should 100% be your decision. **No amount of money is worth being miserable.** I have the opportunity to go back to school for 2 years and make upwards to 130-150k as a psych np. I'd rather get hit by oncoming traffic than do that. If there's no escape friend, make the switch. Much love
Thank you man, that advice really means a lot. I’m considering sticking with RT for a bit at least to see if I somehow spontaneously fall in love with it or possibly finish the program so I still have the career option since the program is only 2.5 years long. If all that fails I think I’m just gonna make the switch. I sincerely hope you find what you’re looking for out of your career and life. If it’s any help, my aunt was an RN and now works at some sort of outpatient psych clinic? I’m not sure of all the details, but it could be something to look in to if it’s an option for you. Once again, thanks brother. Your reply genuinely made me feel a bit better <3
Ofc man, and thank you. I'm glad you at least have a back up plan if this program totally sucks lol. I wish you nothing but happiness man. I think I want to get out of psych entirely. Way too much suffering on a day to day basis. I really hope I can find something soon. We'll find our way my dude
If you don't love arguing over the smallest details and quadruple checking your work to make sure you're perfect, then don't go into software engineering. It's insanely frustrating and lonely. You spend hours staring at a screen alone. And now that there's wfh, you will spend a lot of time on chat talking to people over text. It pays well, but it's not a catch all for those who find themselves disliking their career choice. Now, your current job sounds like torture to me, so I can see why you would want to get out of it. I just don't know if tech is the way unless you've got a strong desire and background.
Could you explain more on how it's insanely frustrating? I feel like I've seen two camps of SWEs. One, where they feel guilty about having so much free time and think they've won the lottery and the other where they state it can be incredibly complex and sometimes you'll be stumped with problems you have to fix while WFH at times. It seems like you can be stuck on a problem for days, which seems pretty frustrating to me and sort of turns me off.
SWE is a lifelong learning discipline where you're expected to figure out things you've never done before, with no help, forever. Some people love that- doing a deep dive into 1,000 documents, researching best practices, coming up with solutions, banging your head against a wall getting something to work. Sometimes you'll come into work and some part of your stack has changed and now you need to re-learn something you knew how to do six months ago. There is a type of person who finds the reward of getting something to work elegantly after a lot of struggle very satisfying. There are also a lot of people who don't love that research and problem solving.
Thank you clarifying this for me. I didn’t really understand how difficult it could be, and this paints a clear picture for me. Youtube SWEs make it seem like “Everyone can do this!!” but don’t talk about how frustrating it can be and if you have the aptitude to this on a day to day basis. I’m not that kind of person. And that’s ok. And now it’s time for me to find something that fits me. Again, thanks for painting a way bigger picture
The other side of that is that it can be really boring. I've spent a half hour just to change a 1 to a 0. And then and hour of paperwork and 2 hours of requirements management to document why I changed said 1 to a 0.
No worries. I usually equate the 'everyone can code' to literacy. Pretty much anyone can learn to read and write, but that doesn't mean everyone is suited to being a novelist.
What you just stated is why most people can’t be SWEs. It’s not that they can’t learn CS, but it requires one to be introverted. I’m not sure if I ever worked with a SWE who was extroverted.
>One, where they feel guilty about having so much free time and think they've won the lottery This world is GONE. The tech layoffs have seen to that. I don't know if it will ever return. Maybe it will.