An RN residency is something that is starting to be implemented in the hospitals, and it's supposed to help ease us from school into our new roles as RNs. It's like an intensive orientation, and lasts 13 months. My actual orientation is only 12 weeks, and I'm 8 weeks in. But the residency involves classes and other things. The problem is that the hospital pays for the course, and if we fail to complete it, we owe the hospital $3,000. Plus, I signed a contract for 3 years, so I'm kind of stuck. At this point, I'm contemplating paying the money (which I don't have) because money is money, and my mental health and relationships are priceless. There is another resident (a friend, who graduated with me) who feels the same. She's unhappy for other reasons. I am not sure what to do at this point. All I know is that I don't want to lose the things which are actually brightening my life, and that's my friendships and JD. And if I continue the way I am, I will lose them as well as my peace of mind.