I am considering a mid-career change to nursing, and know that reading and talking to others is not going to be enough for me. I am interested in science, like working with my hands, have high tolerance/empathy and lots of compassion, feel best when I am in a helping role, and like problem-solving, so nursing does seem like a great fit for me. But...I really think that either some type of volunteer work or shadowing of current professionals is necessary. Anybody out there tried these or other approaches as a way to help them make their own decision about nursing? thanks folks!