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Posted about 3 years ago I am currently 65 yrs old and worked as a Flight Attendant for a major international airline the last 20 years. While on furlough prior to the last 20 years I worked as an Executive Administrative Assistant so I have a great deal of administrative experience. I just recently completed a course in Medical Terminology with the intent of getting a job as a Health Unit Coordinator. Am I too old to consider getting a RNA? My family historically lives a very active life until we are nearly 100 yrs old so I have at least another 20 years that I can plan on working in whatever I choose. Any input would be appreciated. |
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| Posted about 3 years ago You go girl..... Life is what you make it!!!!!! |
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| Posted about 3 years ago A close family friend was a practicing physician until he was 93... Go for it!
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| Posted about 3 years ago Hi Really Late Bloomer: Guess What? I'm 43 Years Old And I'm Just Getting Through The Pre-Requisites To Become An LPN First. I Have Class Mates That Are Over 70 Years Of Age. You Are Not Too Old To Become A Health Unit Coordinator Or Even A Nurse. If You Are In Good Physical Condition, You Can Do Anything You Set Out To Do. "If God Is With You, You Can't Fail." Be Blessed, Continue To Persevere And Remember, "Time Will Continue To Go By, Whether We Go After Our Dreams Or Not----So, Why Not Go After Your Dreams? The Only Obstacle Is You." Don't Ever Quit!
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| Posted almost 3 years ago Hi, I'm 54 and starting the RN program this fall and most of the time I think I have Alzheimers since I can't ever get my kids' names straight and half the time I tell the dog to get his brother... Maybe it has to do with having 8 kids... hmmm. But since we are empty nesters, I want to do something useful before I die. I worked in banking the last 10 years so I feel like I need to do penance. I say go for it. My husband is an RN and he had a guy in his class decades ago, who was retired from 3 different jobs but hated being retired! He also worked with a guy who was 72! |
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| Posted almost 3 years ago Hiya, I just wanyted to say, is that age is just a number.... I have been in classes and taught people into their 60's. It's all how you feel and what your goals are. My Mom is 75 years young, and although she isn't taking classes anymore,I'll tell you, I can barely keep up with her on day to day activities. She is always on the run.. You almost need an appointment to spend some time with her. God Bless her, I should do so well at her age. My father-in-law is 86. We sent him a phone just to keep tabs on him at times....LOL If you want it, go for it...Teresa |
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| Posted almost 3 years ago I agree Gitano and thank you for your kind remarks.. I am truly blessed.. Teresa |
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| Posted almost 3 years ago Go for it Terri, I went back to school at 52 and graduated at 56. I am 62 now and have not regretted it at all. I can retire in 5 years, but I am planning to work as long as I can because I love it. I do not know of any hospitals or nursing homes that have mandatory retirement. John L. Racher RN, BSN, MSRN-BC
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| Posted almost 3 years ago TutuTerri, while I was completing my nursing school, I went with and LPN that was 62, going back to get her RN! She could run circles around most of our 'younger' classmates. I say 'our' because I did not graduate until I was 29. Go for it! |
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| Posted almost 3 years ago I spent 25 years as an LPN. At 50 yrs old, I graduated with my RN. What great birthday present to myself for that milestone year! There were several other ladies older than I in my class. I agree in this day and age we live longer and can have more than one career in our life's journey. |
