Holmes CC Ridgeland, MS

johnemmons · Nov 21, 2009

I'm applying the fall 2010. Taken most classes needed for any degree. ENG ! and II, College Algebra, Speech, History, Music, Sociology, Psychology, Biology, and now AP I and II.

I have 19 ACT, and 3.0 GPA, So I hope my chances will be alright.

OrthoFNP · Nov 23, 2009

I am an RN student currently at Homes CC in Ridgeland. Do you have any questions?

johnemmons · Nov 23, 2009

Yes I do have a few concerns that have been floating in my head lately.

I had this nursing student telling me about the program and I asked if I'd be able to join and she said, "Guys can't be nurses, it's a female job." I replied, "Nurses help people; why is that something only women can do?",

so I'm just worried I won't get in because of that.

I also am jittery about sticking needles into veins, I don't faint, get nauseated, or dizzy, just jittery. Is this something that goes away?

I really am determined. I've been studying all year, fundamntals, skills, dosage calculations, learning whatever I can to help me become the best nurse possible.

I mean are there stories where people apply for like 5 years and more and never get in? I just don't want to end up like that. Oh and there are no waiting list. So any help would be h

good, thanks!

OrthoFNP · Nov 24, 2009

Johnemmons,

I am sorry that someone told you that nursing is a female job!!! Wow! That is simply not true. There are more female nurses yes, but that is slowly changing. Do not let someone's opinion sway you away from what you want to do. We have several guys in our class. One guy is 6'7" tall and played football at MSU. He is a s masculine as they come. LOL!

I am in first semester and we have not started IV's yet. We have done shot clinics and clinical, but no IV's. I am nervous about this as well. I think it is just a natural fear of the unknown. Remember how scared you were to ride a bike the first time? I do.

That is great that you are doing all your research. You are right, there is no waiting list. It is a competitive program, but just make sure you grades are good and you will be fine. Good luck to you!!!