This posting regarding (Would you be a good nurse or thinking about becoming a nurse)? Is a great topic, which I need to find out about schools regulation on individuals that were except in a creditdnail program, but failed two classes, and was terminated, fromwhich the reattempt of the first class she recieved a passing grade. After being terminated from her life long dream due to me and my medical problems, my daughter had to step back regrouped and pursue a degree in Biology, Fromwhich I am prouded of her accomplishments. She is currenltly serving in Iraq. Her plans once she return is returning back to school to pursue her master Clinical research; but I was wondering if there is any way that she can be consider again for a consideration in the nursing feild, since there is shortage. I believe that this field of study is one of the most caring, dedicated, and serving field that makes a difference in alot of people lifes,including mines and that's is one of the greatest qualities that my daughter have. I would like to say Thank-you for any information regarding a mom dreams.

Beth said:

Thinking about becoming a nurse, but not sure if it's right for you? Post a question here. We have some experienced nurses here that can give you some good feedback.

I. for one, used to be afraid of blood, but it turned out that this is a fear that can be conquered pretty quickly.

How very true -- what specialty do you work in ButterflyWings00?

JFB said:

How very true -- what specialty do you work in ButterflyWings00?

I know i'm not going into this field because of the money or shortige therof, I love to help people and am the type of person who is very caring. This is a life long dream and I am very excited to soon be on my way to reaching that dream. A lot of you seem like wonderful doctors and nurses. I hope when it's my time to do that "on the job training," I'm lucky enough to be one of your under studies.

I agree PittNurse, Phunaries has a great attitude. If you don't really want more than anything to be a nurse and truly love it, you will not make a good nurse. Besides there are lots of easier ways to make a good living than nursing. You have to go after it , because you can't imagine yourself doing anything else with the rest of your life. It is a calling.

Thanks vickielee and PittNurse. I really can't wait. I'm SO excited! With any job, you really have to have a good attitude. I remember when I was in a Kaiser ( no to say which) about a year ago, I over heard three nurses talking, more like complaning about how tired of this job they were, the pay "sucks" for everything they not only had to do but what they also had to put up with. They were not discreet with their conversation at all. Other Kaiser members walking by would give these nurses really bad looks. I was appalled! Why were they even there? I wish I couled of been in their shoes and had my career already. I just wonder, if they were so unhappy, how bad did their clients get treated? That's a very scary thought!

I have always wanted to be a nurse; since I was a little girl. Back then it was for different reasons. Now it is because I love helping people. When patients are sick they are the most vulnerable. I want to be there for them and help them recover (if possible). To put a smile on someone's face when they are in need is the greatest reward.

Hi my name is Courtney. I am about to complete my Bachelor's degree for a non-nursing degree and have really been thinking about doing an accelerated nursing program. I am worried because I am not the greatest at biology and chemistry, I can't say I really enjoy them. I am willing to work hard in them but I was just wondering how necessary it is to have an interest in science in order to be a nurse. I love working with people, being organized, and the thought of helping people rather then sitting at a desk from 9-5. I was just wondering if any of you had done or know anything about the accelerated nursing programs and if you had any thought for me about nursing/ if I would be a good nurse/ if I would like it? Any feedback I would really appreciate!! Thanks so much!!! Courtney

I have been debating pursuing a career in nursing for 20 years. Something tells me, if this has been nagging me for this long then I should go for it. However, how many people with successful careers in other industries change to nursing in midlife? I like the idea of nursing because I enjoy working with people and I think every day brings something different, not to mention you really make an impact on people's lives for the better. I think I have hesitated because it would shock people that know me professionally. Also, I'm not sure I can deal with it emotionally. I think about the times my mom was sick and I was strong for her; but would leave her hospital room and just cry. I don't want to have those type of emotions regularly -- it's too intense and stressful. I love science and I'm okay with the gore. Intellectually, I think I would make a great nurse. I'm considering research but don't know if I'm cut out for nursing or am I just crazy for considering such a career change. I'm a bit of a germaphobe sometimes too and wonder if I can overcome it and not get paranoid at times. Thank you for any suggestions or feedback you can offer.

Hi. I am new and very interested to get started in nursing. i want to become a RN. I will graduate from delaware state university with a b.s degree in community health on May 15, 2008. I am planning on moving to orlando shortly afterwards and looking for the best program. i definately don't want to stay in school toooo long and to start completely over. I would appreciate any advice on where to go next.

Hello all,
I'm new to this site as of today, through a link my mom sent me. I have recently decided to go back to school for nursing. I attended college for a semester and a half after high school and at the time was working fulltime and quit school. Which I kind of regret, but apparently I am just one of those people who took a little longer to decide what they wanted to do with their life. I had looked into other degrees and careers in healthcare and finally came to the conclusion that nursing would be a good career choice for me. For a number of reasons, 1) I am a typically high energry person, 2) I want a career that keeps me on my toes and keeps me active, I can't stand sitting at a desk for 40 hours a week anymore!!! 3) I'm compassionate and get along well with people, and am always helpful. I believe a career in nursing will be what I have been looking for as in a job that I actually enjoy where I feel as though I am making a difference.
It also seems as though nurses are in high demand and that the demand is expected to increase in the next few years.
At this point I ultmately think I would like to spend some time in the ER and see where it goes from there.

I will have a long way to go considering I am going to be attending school half time while I continue to work full time.. and hope and pray that after I finish all my prerequisites I will have good enough grades and I high enough gpa to get accepted to the nursing program at my community college..

Wish me luck!!!! AND do you think I'd make a good nurse.. feel free to ask me any questions or offer any suggestions.

Sakura- There are many other careers out there that are in demand. Nursing is not as in demand as people think, and if you dont feel it and are not sure, I would not do it. You really should feel it in your heart. You must have an eagerness to serve and help those in need.  And if you are afraid of dealing with the patients, then you stand no chance with the other nurses.

Thracek- Science and Math are not my forte either, but if you are interested in Nursing in general, it will make sense to you in the end.  Nursing comes from the heart; if you dont desire to serve, you will burn out and not enjoy it. I have wanted to be a nurse all of my life; I come from a family of nurses so I know quite about about the "inside". I am currently in nursing school, and I will be honest, its not easy. Though, definately do-able. Best of luck to you!

Myself, I aspire to be an NP. I want to make a difference in my little town. I see the people with no healthcare, the people that go to the ER for a flu or headache, because they cant afford the doctor. I want to help these people. I want to be the healthcare provider they can go see in the middle of the night because they have might be having a heart attack and the ER is crowded. Or the provider they can come see during the day that will provide them PREVENTATIVE care (for cheap) rather than deal with treatment of the disease when its too late. For now Im just in school, but I dream big. 

Hello everyone.


I am very interested in a health care profession, and am currently trying to decide whether i might make a good nurse.


My bachelor's degree was in Asian Studies, so if i decided on a health care degree, i would probably have to start from the beginning.


I want to understand illness, and am interested in healing people, but i do not think i would like to work in a hospital setting. I am more interested in nutrition and preventative medicine---working with people before they become ill enough to need to go to the hospital.


I am also intersted in a more holistic view of health---healing the whole person instead of just seeking to cure the disease. And while i am interested in learning about the western medical system, i am also interested in alternative/complementary therapies such as herbs, holistic nutrition, massage, reiki, creative arts therapy, etc.


On top of all of this, i am also interested in visiting third world countries and volunteering there as a medical professional. I have heard of doctors and nurses traveling but not of other health care professions doing such volunteer work (but maybe i haven't looked in the right places?)


If you have any advice about what i should do, please let me know. Should i pursue nursing and specialize in an area (community/public health?), or would i be better being something else such as a nutritionist or other holistic healthcare practitioner?


Thank you!

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seanwalker2121 says ...

 i plan on going to school for nursing three years from now once im done my current school. i was thinking about joing the navy as a medic to help pay for college and to get some experience, has anyone gone this route and if so what are the pros and cons of doing so?

 

 

       I'd go get my nursing degree now in an ROTC program, they will pay for your education, give you a paycheck while your in college, and then you can go in as an officer.  The Navy is hurting for nurses (R.N. level with BSN no ADNs allowed) now.  The great thing also about the navy is there involvement in the two wars we are fighting now is minimal if your concearned about being stuck in the desert all the time and the Navy is a great start no matter what you go in for.  If you would like to get deployed and get the ultimate trauma nurse experience I would say go Army nurse as you will not be home much at all.  As for the Air Force it is a mixed crowd hence it matters what type of unit you go to.  The Marine Corp. has no medical positions as they use the Navy medical system most of the time, but the Navy has the best medics alive who travel with the Marine Corp. units; they are called 'Field Corpsmen', they are tough as nails, hard to tell apart from the Marines they serve with, and gain a great deal of experience in battle.  If I were layed open in a firefight, I would hope a Field Corpsman would be there to sew me up and get me back over any trauma nurse alive.  A lot of them become surgeons and PAs after service.  I brought a great deal of them back from the war all shot and burned up.  They are a favorite target of our enemys.  So there are a lot of choices in the matter, but if I had it to do over again I'd do the ROTC, yet in my twenties I'd have dreamed about being a Field Corpsmen first.

 

High hopes & God speed - Tim, R.N.

Infantryman (US Army) 1985-93

Med Tech (US Air Force) 1996-2002

Flight Medic (USAF) 2002-09

IDMT (USAF) 2009-present

 

i can't express my gratitude enough for your reply its helped me more then these words can show.