Why can't an ex Registered Nurse get a job

Why can't an ex Registered Nurse get a job?
I'm a 57 year old male, and I was an RN for 27 years. For 20 of those years I worked ICU/CCU in a regional trauma center. Now I deeply and profoundly do not want to be a floor nurse or a bedside nurse. I'd be perfectly happy making a lot less money doing something else, but I can't even get a job as a medical assistant (lots less stress) at one of the Doc in a Box deals. I've even considered driving a taxi cab. My computer skills are good, and I even have a BA and an MA in English Lit. So, why can't I find a job? Am I over qualified? Too old? I'm a little over weight, but jeeze...I'm a good worker, got that old time work ethic, show up on time, get the job done, etc. People have told me to be a nursing case manager, etc. But those jobs are few and far between. I've been turned down for jobs that seemed like an excellent fit for me. I show up for interviews neatly groomed in a good looking business suit. I've been told by human resource people that I interview well, but no job. I'm discouraged. I don't need anything wonderful and fulfilling...I'd even prefer low key, just to bring a few bucks in. Oh, and I'm in Northern California...doesn't help I think. Does any one have input for me? Maybe I'll drive that taxi cab, sort of just for fun...again, I seriously do not want to be a bed side nurse anymore. Please, none of this scam, online money making crap. I'm not going to pay someone to give me a job. I file complaints against all that stuff. I'm hoping for some legitimate input.
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It's hard for most people to get a job right now. You may want to consider leaving the MA off your resume and toning down your abilities, skills, and longevity at anything. You don't want to appear smarter than your boss.