I feel so left behind

I graduated from nursing school and pass the licensure exam late 2007. It was of the same year that my dad died.

I decided to apply in a call center to support my family and set aside my plans for a head start in the nursing field . It took me 3 years to run out of my work to get back on track.

I thought i will be relieved with the feeling that finally I can pursue my life long dream but fear haunts me, for I never know how to begin in the first place. I fear that I may not be accepted if if a prospective employer would see that I am not a fresh grad nor an experienced nurse.

I fear that I might not give the care and safety my patients deserve.



I feel so left behind. I hope that you guys can give me some advice on what topics do i need to brush up on and prioritize.

Thanks in advance. Last edit by fairynurse08 on Dec 21, '10
Is there an RN refresher course in your area? What type of jobin nursing are you interested in and what specialty?Do not be discouraged. You made the right decisions for yourselfand your family at a stressful time. You are a responsible andcaring person. Try to network with nurses and other team membersin field you are interested in. Taking a refresher which will help youregain confidence in providing safe care. The bookstores have lots of nursing review books which are updated.You can have a wonderful career, just take a few steps toget right back in the field......here is a discussion about refresher courses you may be interested inAfter Nurse refresher - Nursing for Nurses