Doubting self during prerequisites...

[WCSU1987]

So I am in the midst of prerequisites. Have the TEAS in the fall and complete classes by the end of the year will.be able to apply if grades/scores meet the mark. However, I doubt and question if making the right choice.

I wonder if anyone goes through the same thought process here. I have worked over 8 year's in various hats in the healthcare field. Settled in psych for the last 4 years. Outside of psych only time actually enjoyed working with nurse's and inspire to be a nurse was I the OR & ICU. A lot of cohesion and unity. Working with nurse's and techs. On psych Docs work with nurses treating them as equal. Nurse's help out techs with assignments.

Have had negative experience and heard horror stories in regards to floor nurses. The environment is definitely hostile eat your young. Additionally, notice a lot of competitiveness and inferiority issues. Also individuals demanding respect. It's a real turn off of wanting to be a nurse.

Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree and have no desire to receive another bachelor's again. Down the road if I want to will work towards my masters degree. If I do want to advance I would look into another medical field I have no desire to receive my Doctorate maybe certain specialties. Not a fan that to be hired need more degrees and experience has less weight.

I'll be honest I do want to help people, but part of me is doing this for job stability and increase in my finances.

[windsurfer8, BSN, RN]

"not a fan that to be hired need more degrees and experience has less weight" Doesn't matter if you are a "fan" what matters is the degree. Good luck in the medical world shunning degrees. You "heard stories" so I guess that means they are true?

[Devon Rex, ADN, BSN]

Hello!

The healthcare field has as many challenges as any other field. Cohesiveness among workers is usually fostered by a well-organized unit… competent management, good staffing levels, working equipment, and availability of supplies. People who do what they love and are surrounded by the right atmosphere, form the best teams. Because of it, turnovers are usually rare in such units; thus difficult to get in (unless you marry the boss).

When one is a new nurse, you pretty much need to get your experience from where you can and perform it to the very best of your abilities. You will need to earn the good references in order to evolve. Most people end up working in several units over a period of time before they land on the unit they love”, others are luckier. Along this journey you may discover another specialty that you will like better and never thought of. That's one of the beauties of nursing. There are so many ways to help others, once you find what suits you, stick with it and blossom.

If you are going to worry too much and/or decide your future on how others may treat you in a unit, you should consider a career where you can be the boss and call the shots. People come in different sizes, shapes, colors, attitudes, and flavors”. You cannot control your peers, but you can control and be held accountable on how you react to situations.

Your ethics impact your patients, their family members, your co-workers, and how management sees you. Not everyone is going to like you; just as you are not going to like everybody. BUT make certain of one thing: RESPECT. Everyone can and should respect each other. I'm sure you know that, but I mention it because it goes to the root of your concerns about how you could be treated in other units. The sooner you internalize and live by it, your aura will protect you.

When you look for a nursing job, you do not have to have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) if you do not want to, but many positions have been moving towards preference” of BSN degree holders. Something you may want to reconsider down the road. Nevertheless, having a different bachelor's degree speaks of your willingness and ability to expand your knowledge base. It only helps you.

Everybody needs job stability and the opportunity to grow financially. The question is: Is this the right career field for you? If you feel it is, move forward. If your heart says no, reassess your goals. Whichever way you go… (1) seek advice from others who are respected by their peers; (2) always do your best, (3) always pray genuinely and unselfishly, and (4) command respect by respecting others.

Best wishes!

[Banana nut, BSN, RN, EMT-B]

Hello!

The healthcare field has as many challenges as any other field. Cohesiveness among workers is usually fostered by a well-organized unit… competent management, good staffing levels, working equipment, and availability of supplies. People who do what they love and are surrounded by the right atmosphere, form the best teams. Because of it, turnovers are usually rare in such units; thus difficult to get in (unless you marry the boss).

When one is a new nurse, you pretty much need to get your experience from where you can and perform it to the very best of your abilities. You will need to earn the good references in order to evolve. Most people end up working in several units over a period of time before they land on the unit they love”, others are luckier. Along this journey you may discover another specialty that you will like better and never thought of. That's one of the beauties of nursing. There are so many ways to help others, once you find what suits you, stick with it and blossom.

If you are going to worry too much and/or decide your future on how others may treat you in a unit, you should consider a career where you can be the boss and call the shots. People come in different sizes, shapes, colors, attitudes, and flavors”. You cannot control your peers, but you can control and be held accountable on how you react to situations.

Your ethics impact your patients, their family members, your co-workers, and how management sees you. Not everyone is going to like you; just as you are not going to like everybody. BUT make certain of one thing: RESPECT. Everyone can and should respect each other. I'm sure you know that, but I mention it because it goes to the root of your concerns about how you could be treated in other units. The sooner you internalize and live by it, your aura will protect you.

When you look for a nursing job, you do not have to have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) if you do not want to, but many positions have been moving towards preference” of BSN degree holders. Something you may want to reconsider down the road. Nevertheless, having a different bachelor's degree speaks of your willingness and ability to expand your knowledge base. It only helps you.

Everybody needs job stability and the opportunity to grow financially. The question is: Is this the right career field for you? If you feel it is, move forward. If your heart says no, reassess your goals. Whichever way you go… (1) seek advice from others who are respected by their peers; (2) always do your best, (3) always pray genuinely and unselfishly, and (4) command respect by respecting others.

Best wishes!

This is hands down the best advice I have heard on this forum. Thank you so much for your wisdom I have taken what you have said to heart and truly appreciate it. Again thank you

[Devon Rex, ADN, BSN]

Thank you! I'm flattered! I hope WCSU1987 takes it to heart.

Cheers! :)