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OldITgeek: It's my 6th year in the IT field and I thought that it might be too late for me to switch. It's comforting to know that I'm not the only one in the Telecom field that's thinking of switching.

Thanks to those who responded! I wasn't sure if I was wasting my time doing this but you gave me the confidence boost that I needed. I'm only in my 1st week of volunteering. I got assigned to the Geriatrics unit but haven't had the chance to chat with the nurses because they're always cooped inside this small office in the nursing station. Every time I pass by their always eating and chatting! I get more interaction from the CNAs and patients. But like I said, it's only my 1st week...

Hi everyone. I am in the Telecom field and am looking into switching to the Medical field. There are areas in this field that is somewhat related to my work but for the past year, I have this recurring thought that I should look into Nursing. I've been pushing this idea out of my mind with no luck. The work I have right now is - ok (I can't think of the right word to describe it at the moment). Most of the time it is quite and not too demanding, but there are times that it can get stressfull. I work in a laid-back environment with good co-workers but limited opportunity for growth. A small part of me feels that the IT/Telecom world is not for me... and a smaller part of me is nagging me to look into Nursing. I feel it's about time I do something about this thought so at the moment, I'm doing research and have been reading up about Nursing. I am also doing volunteer work in a local hospital to have an idea about the work environment and the people (employees and patients). Simply put, I want to know more before I "jump in". Can anyone suggest what else I should read up about or do before I do the switch? I would appreciate any thoughts or feedback. Thanks!