Deb38

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1. Did anyone quit Human Resources (or any other Salary Job) for Nursing?

   Deb38 replied to mmbucklerky's topic in Career Support

   I left because I never felt connected or engaged in the work. It was never a good match for me personally but I stayed for so long because that is all I knew. After caring for my mother through hospice care and volunteering with nurses on an oncology...

2. Rasmussen University, Here I come!

   Deb38 replied to BlueBoxSearcher's topic in School Programs

   3 Patch, I am going into my second quarter at Rasmussen College and do not regret it. I did a ton of research, spoke to nurse alumnists in my area and also employers. I already have my bachelor's degree and will be transferring to the BSN accelerat...

3. How old is too old to become a new RN?

   Deb38 replied to CathyH's topic in General Nursing

   Cathy, If you have a desire in your heart to be a nurse, be a nurse. Follow what is in your heart, what path works for you both financially and emotionally. It will be difficult but what goals in life aren't? Anything you want in life is difficult! ...

4. Did anyone quit Human Resources (or any other Salary Job) for Nursing?

   Deb38 replied to mmbucklerky's topic in Career Support

   HR is the same in any industry. I volunteer through my church at a local hospital. Try to find some sort of volunteer opportunity where you can be around nurses to ask questions. Take it one day at a time, and focus on the end goal. Good luck!

5. Did anyone quit Human Resources (or any other Salary Job) for Nursing?

   Deb38 replied to mmbucklerky's topic in Career Support

   MM, I started my pre-req courses this past January and have worked in HR for 20 years. For most of my career I have worked in health care HR - around nurses, counseling nurses, etc. but never thought to become a nurse until I had to assist in my moth...