Is it possible to work part time while in 1st semester of Nursing School??

[MizDnurse2b]

I am a married mother with two sons aged 16 and 9. I quit a full time job back in January to attend nursing school full time..I finally got in !! I am considering taking a PRN job at an assisted living facility ( less than 24 hours per week) as a caregiver and I am also starting my 1st semester of nursing school. I wouldn't consider it, but I really need the income. I don't want to compromise my education or bite off more than I can chew..becoming a nurse is VERY important to me. Any suggestions?

[Jules A, MSN]

I also worked full time, went to school full time and graduated tied with one other student for the highest gpa in our class. Its doable if you are able to stay on track. It sounds like your boys will be able to pitch in and help Mom with the house stuff. Good luck to you. Jules

[Proverbs 16:3]

I work as well and go to school full time. it's the only way i can pay rent and tuition. I've been doing good soo far. the only thing is i don't watch tv. i figure i use tv time to work. and the easy part is i work from home so it's easy to work whatever hrs i want which makes it easy for me to have time to prepare for exams when i have one near.

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I'll say you should be fine with 24 hr though you can work 30 -40 if you really plan your time.

[agent]

another person that works fulltime and is in 2nd year of nursing school now

[Elainekip]

It's absolutely possible!!!!. I currently work full time in assited living,( evening and sometimes overnight) and part time in hospital (Weekends). And i am doing great with my school overload.

TIPS

-Use the time you have well.

-Do not leave anything until the last minute.

-planning ahead

[AuntieRN]

I worked fulltime 5-6 nights a week my first 3 semesters. Then I went to work at the hospital and worked 2 twelves Fri and Sat nights my fourth semester. Now my fifth semester was in the summer and a whole different story. I think I worked 4 days all summer. All you can do is give it a try. Just remember that this is your chance to better yourself and school needs to be a priority. The sacrafices you make now will be repaid tenfold after you are all done. Good luck!!