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Feb 19, 2009 12:43 PM

I think that I may be the oldest male nursing student when I enter this fall

by mmrush1

I have completed my pre-req's after this semester and have applied to a couple of ADN schools. I've been assured that my scores are high enough to get into either of the schools. I will be 64 years old when I start this fall. I decided after retiring from a career in medical diagnostic sales to do this because it is something that I've always wanted to do. I became interested when serving as a Navy Hospital Corpsman but got sidetracked and ended up with an MBA in Healthcare Administration and a long successful career. Now I am fulfilling a dream. I'm in great physical shape with good longivity genes and expect to work at leat 10 years when I get through school.
Am I the oldest guy doing this?


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Old Feb 19, 2009, 03:27 PM

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64 years young my friend...I'm 35 and starting school in August, but at my interviews last week I saw a few "more distinquised" gentlemen interviewing as well, so I say not....besides you bring a ton of life experience that everyone can tap into along with your work experience....best of luck
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from doesdad
Old Feb 19, 2009, 04:01 PM

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DUDE!!!!!! You inspired me! I'll be 55 when I start an LPN program in the fall and I was worried about being too old. With your background I'm sure you are going to be great.
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from srahamim
Old Feb 19, 2009, 04:26 PM

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The oldest person in my class, who happened to be male, was 52, but several of us were over 45 at the time. Maybe we need to start a thread about the differences between perceptions of newbie nurses who are young or older. I definately experienced age discrimination because my chronological age was greater than my nursing age such as "you should know that, you're a nurse!"

Best of luck to you in school! I so much more appreciated the learning now than I did in my early 20's!

Sarah
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Old Feb 20, 2009, 12:06 PM

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Your my HERO!!!!
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Old Feb 21, 2009, 09:49 AM

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I'm a first year male RN student, and I'm 23. To me it's great to see older guys in the class - there are enough stereotypes and preconceived notions about men in nursing as it is, and having men from all different backgrounds and walks of life enforces for people that men have particular strengths and characteristics that make them great nurses, just like women.
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Old Feb 21, 2009, 05:56 PM

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I'd say go for it. You have to do what makes you happy. I'm sure you will be a great nurse.

!Chris
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from madcow2bsn
Old Feb 28, 2009, 06:38 AM

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After seeing the ages posted here, I'll have to stop feeling sorry for myself for being the only 41 y/o starting the RN/BSN program this coming fall.
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Old Feb 28, 2009, 11:55 AM

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I'll happy pass the title to you! I will be 58 years young when I complete my LPN program this August. While I never believed myself to be the oldest nursing student ever, my review of posts prior to my enrollment last year certainly made me feel like I was pushing the envelope! Best of luck to you!
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Old Feb 28, 2009, 12:03 PM

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I'm trying to get all pre-reqs out of the way. Really, two classes left that are required before nursing classes start this fall. Algebra & Chemistry. Squeaking through Math, took Chem 121 last summer. Prof. was from Nairobi, English was 3rd language, not a good teacher for a not good student! I lost my seat in the RN/BSN prog. 'cuz of the D in her class! Starting Again this Fall.
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