"Permanently Disabled" since 2001 -in 1996 diagnosed with a "terminal illness." I was told I had 2-3 months to live - so I went home, got my affairs in order and "waited to die".....
Struggling with health issues - in 2008 realized I waited long enough and IF I was going I was going by "die living not living to die"
It took some doing to receive ADA "accommodations" - Disabled Student Programs VARY college to college in the advocacy and services they may provide!
In 2012, started RN program, at a 2 year community college here in Los Angeles, Ca..
It took time- family, deaths, surgeries, health issues and just life!
BUT I finally completed my 2 year program this Fall 2016- earned my RN certificate, AS and 2 AA degrees!
Did I tell you?
I'm a 62 year old male - now former RN student nurse applying for the NCLEX!
Thank you for sharing your story. I have no doubt you will inspire many who pass through these boards. In my opinion those experiences of being on the other side of healthcare bring us as nurses to a whole new level in the delivery of care. Don't forget where you've been...that journey will help you relate to patients, be more empathetic, and make you shine. Best of luck!
NurseHeart&Soul, MSN
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Thank you for sharing your story. I have no doubt you will inspire many who pass through these boards. In my opinion those experiences of being on the other side of healthcare bring us as nurses to a whole new level in the delivery of care. Don't forget where you've been...that journey will help you relate to patients, be more empathetic, and make you shine. Best of luck!