My Nursing Journey: Day One

[monsg3100, BSN]

So, today officially marks my first day into this nursing journey... ACCEPTANCE. I got into my dream school today; a competitive BSN program that I thought I had no chance of getting into. I am ecstatic. College is something I take very seriously, especially the required pre-reqs. I have worked vigorously to obtain my desired results, and don't plan to stop anytime soon! The feeling of my hard work paying off is more amazing than words can even describe! Though this is so, I am terrified. The thought of "nursing school" intimidates me greatly. Will I be good enough? What if I fail a course? What if I mess up during clinicals? Can someone actually put their life in my hands? These are all things racing though my mind since I got the good news. Though I feel this way, I am having no second thoughts about committing to my dream school!

From here, I am going to take those negative thoughts as more motivation to succeed. I have come this far; I earned my seat in this program! Nursing is a career I want to make life-long. The thought of helping those in need and being someone else's support is a concept that caused me to gravitate towards nursing. Nursing school will probably be the most stressful time of my life, but the reward is worth it. I am ready to begin this endeavor into the next chapter of my life. I vow to never let my doubt triumph my ambition and dedication. This is what I want to do, therefore I will succeed!! I CAN DO THIS!

[Davey Do]

Will I be good enough?

The answer, my friend monsg3100, is blowing in the wind.

Oops! No it's not- here it is:

I CAN DO THIS!

What if I fail a course?

"If at first you succeed, try to hide your astonishment."

Otherwise, you can take the course over again.

What if I mess up during clinicals?

Join the crowd.

Can someone actually put their life in my hands?!

Don't worry. Most times, you won't be alone. And if you are, you'll do the best you can.

Congratulations and good luck, monsg3100!