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Jun 29, 2009 03:37 AM

Ton of Questions...just one for now...

by prscustom24

Greetings all! I am a 43 y/o male looking to change my career path to nursing, with the ultimate goal of becoming a CRNA before I am 50. I think (OK...I know, I know) I went in the wrong direction early on and ended up with a M.Ed. instead of shooting for what my dream really was...the "health care" industry.

My question is this... In all of your honest and respected opinions, do you think I have a snowball's chance in hell of getting there? My desire is there, my drive is alive, and I really want to make this happen.

Thanks!
Jim

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Jun 29, 2009, 03:41 AM

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Why wouldn't you have a chance? As long as you have to commitment and dedication, then the only thing to stop you is yourself. Just have faith and confidence in yourself and you will get there. Just don't get discouraged, never give in, and never give up! As NIKE says, "Just do it!" Good luck!

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Jun 29, 2009, 03:50 AM

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Nightwolf...

Thanks for the reply... I have a ton of confidence, just not up to speed on the nursing issues right now. From what I have been reading, it looks like the recession is taking it's toll on the industry. I really have a ton of questions for you guys in the field... I'd really love to continue discussing some things before I sign on the dotted line with UCO in Oklahoma.

Thanks!
Jim

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Jun 29, 2009, 06:25 AM

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It really depends on what area of the country you are wanting to work at. Here in the southwest, jobs are plentiful and it seems like we are always short on our unit. So don't give up hope! The jobs are out there, just have to know where to look for them.

If you have anymore questions, feel free to ask. That's what this site is all about.

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Jun 29, 2009, 08:49 AM

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Welcome and good luck

Yes there is a chance you will get there especially if driven just may be a few hurdles that get in your way but no reason to fail just cross the hurdles as they appear

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Jun 29, 2009, 12:12 PM

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Spinning Welcome

The hardest part is getting that first job, but even that can be overcome if you are open to relocating to where the jobs are. Good luck with school.

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Jun 29, 2009, 12:29 PM

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Relocating won't be an issue. I'm retired Air Force and used to moving around....if you know what I mean.

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Jun 29, 2009, 04:19 PM

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Welcome.

I am thrilled for you! There is a 63 year old woman in my nursing class. Also a friend of mine, at 50, just started in med school. I am 42 and in my first semester of NS.

Yay to second careers (or third or fourth).

It'll keep you young.

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Jul 03, 2009, 06:34 PM

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Thanks for all your input and encouragement. I appreciate every single one of you for what you do and who you are. I look forward with great anticipation to begin my new career in the RN field.

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Jul 06, 2009, 10:40 AM

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Absolutely!!!!!....and we are ALL rooting for ya! You seem to have your ducks lined up & you're ready to roll!

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