Nursing Podcast by NURSING.com (NRSNG) (NCLEX® Prep for Nurses and Nursing Students)

Is Nursing Even Worth It Anymore? (I Quit 10 Weeks Before Graduation . . . It Was The BEST Decision I Ever Made)


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Is nursing still worth it, or is burnout making it impossible to stay in the profession? In this episode, Jon Haws, RN, gets real about the struggles nurses face, sharing his own story of quitting nursing school just 10 weeks before graduation. He breaks down the shocking statistics behind nursing burnout, why it might actually be PTSD, and the hard lessons he learned from hitting rock bottom.

But here’s the truth—nursing can still be one of the most rewarding careers IF you take care of yourself. Jon shares six game-changing strategies to prevent burnout, the mindset shifts that saved his career, and why stepping away helped him come back stronger.

If you’re questioning whether nursing is right for you—or if you’re barely holding on—this episode is for you. Tune in for raw, honest insight into the challenges of nursing, why self-care is non-negotiable, and how to find your path without losing yourself.

  • How burnout is wrecking nurses—and patients
  • Why quitting nursing school was the best decision Jon ever made
  • 6 anti-burnout strategies that actually work

If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. Listen now and take control of your nursing journey.

 

Read the blog post here: https://nursing.com/burnout 

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