How can I regain confidence in myself and my nursing abilities when applying for positions? I have been terminated from more than one position in the past due to personal issues and have varying employment gaps. I'm very anxious.

Work in an area that will offer you a flexible schedule so you can take care of family matters more readily. I began working in a physicians' office when my son was ill as a child. I left the usual 5 day, 8 hours shift routine because I was taking off so much time I was close to being fired. You can also work per-diem for hospitals and arrange what days you will be available if you know what your commitments are a few weeks in advance. I planned his pediatric visits and trearments like this. You could also work online or as a "hotline" nurse for insurance companies for consumers who call in with medical questions. This is often a work-from-home position. Once you have some steady experience and work history under your belt, you will have an easier time gettnig hired in the stricter scheduled world of nursing.

Please x 7, of course. Don't let haters stop you from serving your community. Shake off the bad experiences and verbally send their arrows back. Welcome to the world the Bible talked about. Love.