I'm working in an internship position now and it has been so stressful. I sob just about every day and I'm not a person who normally cries much. I just feel so overwhelmed and rushed into so much responsibility. I saw there is a support group forming here and there I read things that hit it to the T: I'm adjusting to nights, the pace, the long ...

Sorry, I need to complete thoughts before entering posts. The pay i mentioned was for new grads, so you'd likely get more. And I think the hospital is committed to hiring BSN-prepared nurses. The lady who is in charge of the program is great and so supportive to help nurses meet their goals and excel in nursing.

ps- I believe day shift there is about $26/hr and there's a differential for nights.

if you are open to relocating, you should look into Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX. There's a residency program for new grads and experienced nurses moving into a new area of practice. It's where i did my externship and I hope to return someday. It's one of Fortune100's Best Places to Work.

I feel the same way. I'm doing an internship and my first preceptor was so curt with me. She was frustrated by my questions and she either completed my tasks for me or left me to do everything on my own. I had overwhelming anxiety and I cried twice. I'm not even a crier. I can only think of 2 or 3 nurses who were actually nice to me. It was ...