My name is, well, let's say Mr. Disappointed for now. I am now 41 years old, and I am unhappy with where I am in life. I served 10 years in the military working as a mechanic, and I need to say I did not enjoy my job much. I was good at it but felt miserable doing it. After leaving the military, I was only able to find technical and mechanical jobs - Employers would not hire me for other positions because my most recent experience was doing mechanical work. After my marriage broke apart due to financial reasons, I have been thinking about pursuing a career in nursing. But I am afraid my age and lack of healthcare experience would prevent some employers from hiring me. Would it be wise to pursue a career in nursing at my age? How would employers look at it? Even with a degree, would my lack of experience prevent me from getting a nursing job? Please don't be politically correct! Be honest, and don't worry about hurting my feelings. It's a due or die for me at this point of my life. I do have a BS degree in International Business, and I am not sure what do with it at this time. Thank you all!
Now I’m 50 but was in my mid 30’s when I started nursing school. I remember reading about a lady named Peggy Morris who was 81 and still worked full time on a med/ surf floor. She didn’t even start nursing school until the age of around 58 when her husband died and she became bored.
Now I’m 50 but was in my mid 30’s when I started nursing school. I remember reading about a lady named Peggy Morris who was 81 and still worked full time on a med/ surf floor. She didn’t even start nursing school until the age of around 58 when her husband died and she became bored.
Thank you all for taking the time to read and reply to my post. I was delighted by them all, and most were very informative. In fact, there are things I hadn't considered about the profession until after reading your posts. I could sense the concern and good intention from them. I have plan to sit down with an advisor at a nearby university, and I am speaking to others as well. I'll let you guys know what happens. May God bless you all! Thank you again.
myoglobin, ASN, BSN, MSN
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Now I’m 50 but was in my mid 30’s when I started nursing school. I remember reading about a lady named Peggy Morris who was 81 and still worked full time on a med/ surf floor. She didn’t even start nursing school until the age of around 58 when her husband died and she became bored.