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What Type of Nursing?
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Posted over 5 years ago Hey guys! I am new here. I am a current high school student interested in pursuing nursing for a career. I express a strong and passionate desire to nurse people who have mental diseases/disorders such as schizophrenia and psychopathic disorders. What kind of nurses are these called? The ones that nurse these type of people? What kind of college degree would I need? |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Yeah!!!! a prospective psyhiatric nurse. I love it. Not many want to go into this area. you will love it. Go for your 4 year nursing degree. you will never regret that. |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Thanks! I plan to exceed beyond four years and get my Masters, though. But thanks for clearing the name up, cdnurse! |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Anyone a NICU or labor and delivery nurse? I am going into that and wanted to hear from some experienced ones? Do you like it? How tough/emotional? |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Kimberlybrim - There are several NICU nurses on NursingLink that will be able to help you, in the meantime here's the Neonatal Nurse career profile which has links to NICU jobs, salary information, and related books. Are there any NICU nurses out there to provide additional information for Kimberlybrim? |
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| Posted over 5 years ago hello,i have recently (1 month ago) undergone lumbar fusion (the whole region, throw in some screws and a rod) and am going to have to change careers(i was a metal fabricator).Anyway can anyone suggest a field of nursing that will not be hampered by the back issue? (i read elsewhere on this site about major back problems in nursing,but after going through what i just did i would really like to find somewhere i could be of help. thanks |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Hey there...my name is Melissa. I'm a current high school student but i can hardly wait any longer to become a nurse. It has always been my dream to serve others by aiding to their well being. I have a million questions and a gazillion doubts about whether or not this is what i want to become. Someone please tell me what its like to be a registered nurse....Oh i read something about RN with some advanced degree- what does this mean? What kind of nurse degrees is there? What courses will i take in college? Which colleges offer the best nursing programs? How long does it take to become a registered nurse? HELP I WANT INFORMATION........................ |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Seems like there should be a guidence counselor thast can get you pointed in the right direction. Depending on where you live, just trot on over to a college with a nursing program. Community college programs are 2 years to get your RN. That's the path I took. LAter on I got my BSN. Got it paid for too, by my job. Now I'm looking at MAsters Programs to become an Acute CAre Nurse Practitioner. This is what is meant by advance degrees.
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| Posted over 5 years ago Hello, I am starting at my local community college in january.. and i am looking towards the labor and delivery/ and Neonatal RN degree... any one have any advice for me.. I'd luv to hear it.. Thanks |
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| Posted over 5 years ago I am 42 and considering a career change from aviation to the medical field. I need something more predictable and love the idea of helping people. I would love to hear from anyone with thoughts on becoming an LPN vs. RN. Thanks |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Hi Cindyskyrider, I'm not a nurse so I'm not an expert on this but I'll give you my understanding of RN vs LPN. The responsibilities blur somewhat between the two. I think each state regulates it and I know in Florida that LPNs can give meds such as pills. This did not use to be the case in Florida. I don't think LPNs can work with catheters and other devices like to administer chemo. LPNs only attend one year of school. You can become an RN with a minimum of two years of college (Associates degree). I'm also in midlife and considering changing careers to Nursing. It is tempting to me to go for the LPN program because its less time in school and I can go ahead and work in the field; but I think you have to do more of the grunt work. I think I will go for a two year RN degree rather than the LPN. I then hope to work and get tuition reimbursement to continue my education for advanced degrees. RNs are more desirable to get employed too; although with the nursing shortage I doubt an LPN would have a problem finding a job. Good luck. |
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| Posted over 5 years ago Hello Everyone, I am an ex-police officer. I am looking for a career change.I still wanted to be in a field where I worked with people and a field where I could give assistance.So here I am Nursing.I have never attended college. I am married with three children so I am leaning toward an online school.I want to become a RN. Am I correct in saying I must get my associates degree first? the school 'm looking at is the University of Phoenix Online. They offer an associates degree in Health Administration.Will that be of help to me in becoming a RN? What would be a good associates degree to obtain? My goal is to get a BSN. Please HEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPPPP...... |
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| Posted over 5 years ago i am a 23 yr old mom to 4 when i had my daughter and most of my nurses were really rude to me and when they checked me they killed me i decided i want to do this for a livin. ive always had it in the back of my mind but now i know it is true . can someone help me with what i have to do to become a OB nurse. I would really appreciate it. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago Quindel I would not recommend University of Phoenix. I have my Associates in Health Service Management and its more like front desk/ paperwork/ answering phones. It's a laid back easy job, but if you want to be a nurse go for nursing. University of Phoenix is way to expensive. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago turnbull said: There is no avoiding the physical part of the profession while in nursing school, so I'm not sure you're a good nursing candidate. Why not something with computers or something you don't have to be so physical? |
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| Posted about 5 years ago turnbull said: Hi turnbull, you may want to consider being an office nurse. The only thing is your clinical rounds in school. You would be required to do some lifting and maneuvering of patients. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago QUINDEL said: You can get an Associates Degree in Nursing which would make you an RN if state boards are passed. You only have to go two years. I don't really know of any ADN programs on line. I know the University of Phoenix is a good online school and you could get a BSN there, but I'm sure the clinicals would have to be at the hospitals. You wouldn't need a separate degree in Health Administration to become an RN. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago CIndyskyrider. Speaking as an RN I'd have to recommend going for your RN. LPN don't take as long to get, but you are limiited as to where you can work. If you're in hurry to start work in the medical field you can always do LPN first and then advance to RN, but I feel the best thing to do is go for your RN first. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago Quindel, you have to have an ADN before you can do online for a BSN. There are no ADN's available online, (I've searched so I didn't have egg on my computer for giving out misinformation) because of the intensive clinical you have to go through. Good luck in whatever you choose |
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| Posted about 5 years ago I would not recommend the University of Phoenix to anyone. Not only is it very expensive, the quality of the education they offer is not very good. You can do better with a distance learning program from an established oncampus university like the University of Maryland, University of North Carolina, and many, many other well respected institutions. Most traditional colleges are going online these days. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago As for me,I'm going to be a part of a fast track,accelerated nursing program forLPN. After finishing,I plan on doing an online program for my ASN to become a RN so that I can work in L&D. I do plan to pursue my BSN and MA from the same site. I dont have time to sit in class and listen to lectures.I'm doing it for the LPN program but will not do it for the RN. Nursing is an amazing and awarding field to work in. Avoid negativity and know that you can do whatever you put your mind to. |
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| Posted about 5 years ago Turnbull,
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| Posted almost 5 years ago turnbull says ... hello,i have recently (1 month ago) undergone lumbar fusion (the whole region, throw in some screws and a rod) and am going to have to change careers(i was a metal fabricator).Anyway can anyone suggest a field of nursing that will not be hampered by the back issue? (i read elsewhere on this site about major back problems in nursing,but after going through what i just did i would really like to find somewhere i could be of help. thanks I am a student nurse now. Honestly, I think you can make it through nursing school! If you communicate with your professors, it should not be a problem for you to avoid heavy lifting/bending in clinical. Consider contacting nursing schools directly with your concerns IF you are truly passionate about nursing. If you don't care about nursing and just want a change in career, I recommend that you look elsewhere because nursing is a hard job and it's not for the weary of spirit. Best wishes as you find pursue a new career,
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