2nd guessing nursing?!

jocy_anne · Apr 9, 2012

Hi Jennifer! I was accepted into an ABSN program about a week ago, and I do second guess my choice to go into nursing once in a while. For me, it has more to do with the fact that I'm 28 years old and am attempting to make a career change. I work full-time right now, make an ok living, and have decent benefits. I'm definitely not rich by any means, but I'm able to chip away at the debt from my first Bachelor's degree and still get by. Getting into this program that starts in September means that I have to quit my full-time job and figure out how to afford to pay all my existing bills, plus the $33K/year tuition for the ABSN program. Honestly, the easiest thing for me would be to just stay at my current job. But I am miserable here and, deep down, I know nursing is all I want to do. I had asked God for years to show me what path He wanted me to take, and I know this is it.

Whenever I start to panic about my future financial situation, I stop myself and put it in God's hands. I am not yet married and do not have any children, so I always tell myself things could be more difficult for me. I read posts on here from women who have multiple children, work full- or part-time, and still excel in their prereqs and nursing courses. Those women are truly an inspiration to me. This is still going to be the biggest risk I've ever taken with my life. Nursing school will be the biggest challenge I've ever faced in my life. I'm preparing myself for it to be extremely difficult and I am nervous about it. But, in the end, my excitement always seems to overshadow the nerves, and I can't help but count down the days till I start in September (149 days :)). We can do this!!! We just need to put all our fears and insecurities into God's hands and He will help us succeed! :nurse:

Jennifer425RN2B · Apr 10, 2012

Thank you, congratulations on being accepted!!!!! :yeah: I think most of the time my second guessing going to nursing school has to do with the wait to get in and the fear if I can hack it once I'm in. I don't currently work, but I'm married with four small children 8 and under so it makes school a little stressful at times to say the least! lol I as well feel that nursing is my calling and once it's all over and done with, I will be glad that I did!!!! Best of luck to you this Fall! :)

jocy_anne · Apr 11, 2012

Wow, 4 children under the age of 8? You are one of those inspirational women I spoke of in my last post! :bow: Lol. Yes, I'm sure things will definitely be stressful trying to juggle school and raising a family. But I can tell you really want this, and that combined with your family is plenty of great motivation to get you through this! Thanks for the well wishes and hopefully you don't go too crazy waiting for that letter, lol (trust me, I've been there! :uhoh3: ). Be sure to keep us posted on your status when you get that letter! Good luck!!!

beautiful901 · Apr 11, 2012

My story is the same as jocy. Every night I come in from class and say "lord what am I doing" I believe this is my calling and I am determined to become a nurse. Ppl think I am crazy because I wont be able to work during the 15 month program but I leave it in his hands. A heard a pastors say anything worth having is worth making sacrifices. I remember this anytime I second guess of queeation my path. Remain focused and keep us updated.

CordaeP · Apr 11, 2012

I too ask myself will I be able to cut it. I have three children 7, 2, and 1 month. During the time I was in the hospital I would watch the other nurses and see how at ease they were and wondered if I will be able to be as good as them. I also know that what God has for me it is for me. So if this is what I am suppose to do then I will be the best. If not then there is something else that I will be my best at. I hope you do well.

Jennifer425RN2B · Apr 14, 2012

Thanks everyone, it helps to know that I'm not the only one who second guesses themselves!!!!