New career path vet tech to nurse

[NPulver82]

I have been a veterinary technician for the past 10 years and I want a new career path. I enjoy taking care of animal patients and I also love working with my "human" clients as well.

I am debating on whether to go to LPN school or RN school. I am going to have to work while I am school in order to pay my bills. I live in paradise valley area (Arizona) and I was wondering what school everyone recommends?

I have my bachelors in business management, but it has been a while since I have been in college. I would appreciate any advice!

I while since I have been in college.

NPulver

[Rose_Queen, BSN, MSN, RN]

You may want to find an opportunity to shadow a nurse for a day or two before making a final decision on your new career path. If you do decide to enter the nursing field, investigate the job opportunities in your area- who is hiring and what are they requiring? With a previous bachelors, you can also investigate accelerated RN programs that are designed for people with a previous bachelors degree.

[NPulver82]

Thank you Rose for your advice.

NPulver

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

since you have a bacthelors degree already, seek an ascellorated nursing program.....doesnt matter how long you have been out of college, the "mature student" frequently makes better grades, being less destracted by social demands etc

[jerassica]

I used to be a vet tech too! I've loved the change to nursing, but sometimes I wish I could have brought the muzzle or rabies pole with me! Good luck to you!

[IsmeAmanda, LPN]

I would say do a 6 month CNA course first honestly. And work that so you can get used to resident/patient interaction.

I was a CNA before being an LPN and I was surprised how awkward these people acted with resident/patients. It will alsocgive you great experience and flexible hours the vet office can't. Good luck hun!