dclamb3

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1. Back Injuries and the RN/LPN/Healthcare Worker

   dclamb3 replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

   That's a terrible situation. I feel your frustration and pain. Injuries keep me from the profession I'm passionate about (medicine), and my anti-depression activities of sports, weight training, and walking my puppies. The only thing keeping me from ...

2. Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

   dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Nursing

   ashleyisawesome, you are awesome. Thank you for the insight and realistic information about the path I'd need to take to get there. That's exactly the info I was looking for (and worried about). I suppose I should accept that while my heart is in med...

3. Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

   dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Nursing

   That is a very good suggestion. Thank you!

4. Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

   dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Nursing

   You've given some really fantastic advice. Thank you!

5. Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

   dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you for your input. Agreed. I'm certain I can pass the classes and exams. I'm not worried about that. I'm worried about making a career change in my mid-30s, incurring significant student loan debt, taking a dramatic pay cut and then getting in...

6. Would being a PA be more realistic w/ my physical limitations?

   dclamb3 posted a topic in General Nursing

   I'm continuing my journey of trying to determine how I can incorporate a career change to healthcare at 35yo with injuries (bad knees, hip, wrist, back, and neck due to being hit by a drunk driver). Thanks to reading the experiences of others on thi...

7. Back Injuries and the RN/LPN/Healthcare Worker

   dclamb3 replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

   HazelLPN, your experience helped me (and I'm sure many others) greatly. If you're doing a physically demanding job, and you're discussing how to do that job with an injury, most injuries are going to limit you in a similar capacity so the topic is la...

8. Does it make sense to go the LPN route or stick to BSN in the scenario

   dclamb3 replied to Divalish918's topic in ADN/BSN

   Not to hijack the thread but, rnflash, you mentioned that you're in CA. How is the nursing job market there? I plan to move back to CA in about 6 mos. (probably LA, but I'm still evaluating colleges), enter nursing school (I have a BS, but want a BSN...

9. I need helping finding a nursing job that will allow me to sit once every 2-3 hours

   dclamb3 replied to twalt500's topic in Disabilities

   This thread has been so very helpful. Thank you for those who take the time to respond. :)

10. Back Injuries and the RN/LPN/Healthcare Worker

    dclamb3 replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    No, I hadn't. I didn't even know where to start. I will absolutely be Googling those. Thank you so very much! Good luck to you!!!

11. Back Injuries and the RN/LPN/Healthcare Worker

    dclamb3 replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    I'm thankful for this thread. While I do have back and neck troubles due to being hit by a drunk driver nearly 20 years ago, my largest trouble-makers are my knee, hip, and wrist. I desperately want to work in the medical field, and intend to resume ...

12. How to make ends meet during nursing school?

    dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Students

    You ladies (and men) really are a wealth of info! Thank you!! Any other advice, do share. :)

13. How to make ends meet during nursing school?

    dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Students

    Everyone has outstanding advice. I truly, truly appreciate it! :)

14. How to make ends meet during nursing school?

    dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Students

    Congratulations on your career change, as well. Thanks. It has been a difficult decision, and I realize how risky it is, but I simply have to do it. Despite the economy, I know I want it bad enough that I will make it. So, while it's a tad scary taki...

15. How to make ends meet during nursing school?

    dclamb3 replied to dclamb3's topic in General Students

    I think that is so true for any industry - that you have to stand out. I graduated with a BS with honors, and intend to do the same with my BSN. I've been a volunteer for over 20 years, and will continue during nursing school. I plan to work during n...