First Day Jitters

[alwayschanging]

Hey Everyone!

SO My first day is right around the corner. Tues Sept 7th, any one else getting the first day jitters? I've been out of school for about 6 years, I did complete cosmetology school, but realized quickly I love doing it on the side not as a career. Im excited to meet all the new peeps, and start digging in...

Out of curiosity what do you all plan on bringing the first day?

[JackieBrit]

Tomorrow is my first day of LPN school after 20+ years in the insurance industry. I am nervous but excited to begin a new career after all these years. I hope the younger students don't feel I am too old to keep up with them!

Anxious but also looking forward to a rewarding year.

Are there any other "mature" students out there?

[jonaaathan]

i'm in my third and final semester as an LPN/LVN student and even til now i get the jitters. it's just we anticipate so much and we're not sure of what's going to happen. it's okay though, just try to relax and take it a day at a time. i hope you're first day went well! i found an application for android phones that may help you. it's called mini nurse and it's free. maybe that might calm the jitters

[nene1971]

I start my LPN program on Monday. I am so nervous. I just graduated from a Medical Asst. program but before that I had not been in school for 20 years. Can't wait to get started.

[jala]

To all of you starting out the LPN program, please come back and let us know how things are going. What was your first day, first week, first month.....like. I don't start until next fall, but would love to hear all about it!

[nene1971]

Jala I will post info often. I know I would want to know what to look forward to in advance

[JackieBrit]

First week, lots of info, lots of homework and feel so tired! 2 tests tomorrow. hope i have studied the right material

[DreamyEyes]

I'm going into my third week. So far we have already had an exam in Nursing Fundamentals, and we have a test on med math tomorrow and an exam in A&P. So far so good, but I'm exhausted all the time. I'll probably cut back my hours at work before next semester starts.

[alwayschanging]

Hi guys!

Just thought i would put out an update.. First week is over, start week 2 tommorrow.. Had my first quiz friday on body systems.. it was a breeze (it was pretty basic). Looks like we have a good group of girls and guys in our class, i think about 20-25. We have our first A&P test in the AM. I've made flash cards, bought an A&P self test book, so i think i should be more then prepared. WE have a quiz in nursing fundamentals, and test Tuesday. They are not wasting any time.

On a side note, Im not at all being judgmental here, because i think once you have served your time that your past should not affect you any-longer. But lets be honest we live in a society that judges, and having a criminal history can effect every aspect of your life. About 60% of the class has openly admitted to having a felony. I was quite shocked by how open they were about this. I believe that they will have a very long road ahead to overcome this. I admire there perseverance but i think they are going to have a very hard time getting their licence and even if they did get their license who says there going to be able to get a job?

Any who.. i wish you all good luck in your first, second, 30th week of school! Keep updating!

[NURSEGUY1]

I must say i'm a bit nervous about my first day of class which starts tomorrow. Even though i have been preparing for almost 8 months and I that i was accepted to the program about 3 months ago, I thought my anxiety would be over by now, but its not. I was sent a copy of my class schedule for the first trimester and i have nine classes, let me say it again 9 classes can you believe that!!

[Nikki0727]

I agree with Jala..i dont start the program until March 2011..id like to know how the first days were..and how hard it gets because im extremley nervous!

[JackieBrit]

I have been in my program for 4 months now and let me tell you it is challenging; lots of studying, tests, tons of information to absorb in a very short time. My best advice to you is read the chapter before you get to class then during the lecture you will comprehend what the instructor is teaching. I hope you have a good instructor, that makes a world of difference. :)

[Nikki0727]

Thank You JackieBrit! I have been out of school for 6 years and haven't had to study since then so thinking about all the studying and all that is a little bit nerve wrecking lol but i think its def worth it! If you dont mind me asking a few questions...what did you bring the first day of school..should i start buying basic things like my stethascope,scissors, pens pencils things like that now?