new "over 35" thread

CarlJ · Jun 3, 2003

I'll be 44 in a couple of weeks. Yikes! That number looks bigger than it sounds! :eek:

Tonight was the first day of the first class that I am taking towards my nursing degree. It's a preq. for an Accelerated BSN program that I hope to get into next year. While I don't doubt that it will be an "interesting" time, I just hope I have not bitten off more than I can chew.

An other "oldsters" starting an accelerated progam?

Carl

giggles66 · Jun 3, 2003

Hi, Fellow members

IF you do not mind me asking what is an excellerated ADN or BSN Program? How many years does this program take compared to the traditional nursing programs. What opportunities would I have with a BSN vs ADN? I am not think at this point that I am interested in supervisory or administrative roles. However, I have considered becoming a Visiting Nurse. If I get my ADN I do not want to be limited in the scope of nursing I would beable to do. Is there a big difference regarding the responsibilties of the BSN sv ADN prepared nurse. I would like some input/oppions on a BSN vs ADN prepared nurse. Because I am spending the time and money on recieving my nursing degree I want to make the best decision for my self educationally.

Carmen

RN2007 · Jun 3, 2003

Hi, What does the field, - Nursing Informatics mean???

EricG · Jun 3, 2003

36, 1st semester ADN in FL.

suzy253, RN · Jun 3, 2003

I'm definitely over 35! I'm 49 and will be 50 when I start nursing school this fall. I've always wanted to do this and am very excited (and anxious at the same time). I'm entering a diploma program that is rated quite high and it has heavy clinical experience--hands on! Best wishes to all of you and I'm so glad to have this board! I'm addicted!

niteshiftnurse · Jun 3, 2003

Over 50 and not sure if I like

Shae · Jun 3, 2003

Hi! Temporarily 35 here....LOL. Will be 36 in July. I am studying at home for my ADN-RN through Rue and Excelsior. I hope to one day obtain my PA. I have 2 sons ages 7 and soon to be 13. Hope to chat with you all.

Best wishes!

nursebucky · Jun 3, 2003

I will be 34 in October...Can I still hang out all of you? please...

I start (ADN) RN program in the Fall.

boopchick · Jun 3, 2003

Hi everyone! 36 y.o. single mom here. Working as an LPN and starting the ADN program in September. I just started a summer microbiology class last night. Really wanted to take the summer off from school but it's my last prereq and when I start in the fall I'll be glad to have it over with I'm sure! I've been an LPN for 8 years and finally decided to go back. I'll be graduating in spring 2005....same time my daughter will be graduating from high school. :)

boopchick · Jun 3, 2003

Originally posted by nursebucky
I will be 34 in October...Can I still hang out all of you? please...

I start (ADN) RN program in the Fall.

Anytime NurseBucky!!! :)

LoriB · Jun 3, 2003

Nurse Bucky: absolutely!

Boopchick: I'll be graduating (from an Accelerated BSN program) Spring 2005 when my son graduates high school also!

H ynnoD · Jun 3, 2003

Told my wife I was 29 for so long she didn't know how old I really was..Ha Ha!Will be 41 next month.Didn't have a hard time with 40 till I had to write it on some form,then It was like wow! time sure does fly:eek: