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[magnolia]

I'm so sorry you're going through all this - the stress of having a new baby is enough but add on everything else you're going through - my heart goes out to you. Things will work out for you, you have to have faith and belive in that. God never gives us more than we can handle - although there are times we would like to argue that fact - but He doesn't!

As for the job issue, check the classifieds in your Sunday paper. Most companies only post job openings on Sunday as that's the biggest circulation day for the papers. Also, are there any temp agencies in your area? A lot of times, a person ends up with a permanent job simply by going through a temp agency for a probationary period - usually 90 days or so. And do what Cecil said, make several copies of your resume and mail them out to local clinics. I don't know what your area of specialty is at the nursing home but physician's office could be looking for a front desk receptionist, a file clerk, PRN nursing position (again, I don't know your specialty, whether nursing, lab tech, file clerk, etc.) - the point is, don't give up searching. Don't rely on your friend as it's obvious she's not going to be much help - do it yourself! Where in California are you? The hospital I work for just opened a facility out there - not sure exactly where but somewhere in the LA area. Not sure if there are openings there but I'd be more than happy to check. It's a great company to work for

Keep your chin up!
Suzi

Originally Posted by magnolia

I'm so sorry you're going through all this - the stress of having a new baby is enough but add on everything else you're going through - my heart goes out to you. Things will work out for you, you have to have faith and belive in that. God never gives us more than we can handle - although there are times we would like to argue that fact - but He doesn't!

As for the job issue, check the classifieds in your Sunday paper. Most companies only post job openings on Sunday as that's the biggest circulation day for the papers. Also, are there any temp agencies in your area? A lot of times, a person ends up with a permanent job simply by going through a temp agency for a probationary period - usually 90 days or so. And do what Cecil said, make several copies of your resume and mail them out to local clinics. I don't know what your area of specialty is at the nursing home but physician's office could be looking for a front desk receptionist, a file clerk, PRN nursing position (again, I don't know your specialty, whether nursing, lab tech, file clerk, etc.) - the point is, don't give up searching. Don't rely on your friend as it's obvious she's not going to be much help - do it yourself! Where in California are you? The hospital I work for just opened a facility out there - not sure exactly where but somewhere in the LA area. Not sure if there are openings there but I'd be more than happy to check. It's a great company to work for

Keep your chin up!
Suzi

I Live in North Hollywood .. about 20 minutes from Los Angeles.. but with morning traffic lol yikes!

my brother says i shouldn't even bother trying to be a front desk receptionist because im an LVN and should be working as an LVN.. but seriously the only place that i know i'll have a job is a nursing home where i worked.. but i hate the boss and she treated me like crap when i was pregnant.. so i can't imagine what she'd treat me like when im not but still not able to carry patients..

im thinking of posting my resume on monster.com or something.. does that even work?

[magnolia]

Originally Posted by Khristine

I Live in North Hollywood .. about 20 minutes from Los Angeles.. but with morning traffic lol yikes!

my brother says i shouldn't even bother trying to be a front desk receptionist because im an LVN and should be working as an LVN.. but seriously the only place that i know i'll have a job is a nursing home where i worked.. but i hate the boss and she treated me like crap when i was pregnant.. so i can't imagine what she'd treat me like when im not but still not able to carry patients..

im thinking of posting my resume on monster.com or something.. does that even work?

Okay, that gives me more info on what you do. When you go on career builders or monster (I know the company I work for uses career builders but not sure if they cross post on monster), look for a company called Promise Specialty Hospital or Promise Hospital. We are a Long Term Acute Care hospital (LTAC). We have hospitals in MS (where I work), 3 in Louisiana, 2 in Texas, 1 in Utah, 1 in Phoenix, and one out your way - we are opening another in Louisiana and one in Florida before end of year. I don't know a contact person out there but I will be glad to check tomorrow when I get to work - the only person I know out there is the girl who's the regional director for coding and medical records (which is what I do). Say the word and I'll get more info for you and post it tomorrow

[magnolia]

Khristine!

As promised, here is a link to our hospitals in California - there are 2 in the East LA area and one in San Diego. It has address info, phone info, and I think website info specific for the hospital. It may be something worth looking into and I'll be happy to make some inquiries on job opportunities if you want me to! Either let me know here or send me a pm.

Hope you have a better day today

http://promisehealthcare.com/Regiona...ate=California

[Janet]

You have got so many here pulling for you and offering advice. Be sure you check with your Dr. again and make sure the medicine you are taking is working. Then do take the advice from the above posts. Wonderful advice and help!

Maybe you could find something part-time (in your field or not) work until you're ready to go full time. Best of luck to you and wishing you all the best!

[cindy0721]

how about doing contract work? WOrking at the night clinics? Apply at the schools for a nurse? There are temp agencies for lvns...

[rivermom]

I hope things start to get better for you. Financial issues are tough that's for sure! Take that extra time you have now and hold and love on this sweet precious daughter of yours. In the end, she's all that matters anyway.