After many not-very-happy years in education, last May I made the decision to move forward on my long-standing dream of becoming a nurse. The impetus to finally move on this goal, came, in part, from going through a divorce recently and coming out the other end with very little financial security.
I've been taking prereqs non-stop since last summer, and am hoping to be able to start a nursing program in either Fall 08 or Jan 09.
I have an undergraduate degree, and an M. Ed. as well.
My questions:
*How might my age, 57, impact my marketability as a new nurse?
*Would I be better off with a BSN, rather than an AD/RN..or does it not make a significant difference?
I can see your point..the Boston area is a competitive market for nurses...physicians..most areas of health care. I guess you have to view the postings on allnurses with a grain of salt. You just can't take postings as mere facts..but someone's opinions, perspectives.
You certainly have to use your age /experience as an asset when applying to nursing jobs in competitive areas (like big teaching hospitals). I mean..who's better to handle a difficult , traumatic medical diagnosis of a patient. The twentysomething new grad or the mature new grad with life experience?! Remember..your age demographic ..the baby boomers will be using healthcare more..there will so many nursing opportunities for you!
Try not to worry..concentrate on your studies..enjoy your instructors..because soon it will be time to study for those boards.
butch228
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Erika,
I can see your point..the Boston area is a competitive market for nurses...physicians..most areas of health care. I guess you have to view the postings on allnurses with a grain of salt. You just can't take postings as mere facts..but someone's opinions, perspectives.
You certainly have to use your age /experience as an asset when applying to nursing jobs in competitive areas (like big teaching hospitals). I mean..who's better to handle a difficult , traumatic medical diagnosis of a patient. The twentysomething new grad or the mature new grad with life experience?! Remember..your age demographic ..the baby boomers will be using healthcare more..there will so many nursing opportunities for you!
Try not to worry..concentrate on your studies..enjoy your instructors..because soon it will be time to study for those boards.