It happens. You accept and begin a nursing job that wasn’t exactly as expected. Maybe you’re not a huge fan of the facility, their systems, the pay or the people you work with or under. A number of reasons can affect your happiness at a job. Even several small aspects can add up and are enough to make you unhappy.

Most healthcare professionals absolutely love their jobs. But, it’s no secret that their careers can be taxing at times. Add job searching on top of that, and work becomes even more overwhelming. It’s important to find ways to diffuse stress and efficiently carry out their job duties and job search process. If you’re beginning to feel burned out, there are several strategies you can use to take the edge off the tension. We have nine tips to help healthcare workers reduce stress while job searching.