luckylin

Hello all! I was in an ADN program at a local community college, and was unable to complete the program due to a stop-out and a math exam which I could not correct to 100%. I had completed 3/4 of the 2 year program. I left the program in April 2010. I went through a long period of depression over this, as I had invested 7 years of my life in this process, with nothing to show for it. I finally went and got a CNA certification, so that I could get some health care experience on my resume. So, my question is this: Do I go through trying to get into another program? As you know, nursing programs are very impacted, and it could take years to get in. Also, I am now (a very young) 50 years old. I don't want to let my age stop me, but I don't feel I have the luxury of time like someone in their 20's or 30's. I love working in the healthcare field, and would love to get my RN, but find approaching the whole process again daunting. Any advice would be greatly appreciated :):redpinkhe

Thanks ChocOlate and Rossay.... your words of encouragement were very helpful :) I know that I just need to get back on my feet and go for my goal!!! And... congratulations on getting your BSN, Rossay Luckylin

I was chugging along through my ADN program, and was originally set to graduate in May 2010. I had some testing issues in my 3rd semester, and needed to re-take med-surg II after getting accommodations for learning disabilities. Just before beginning the hardest course of the program, I failed the math exam and was booted from the program (you only get 2 chances, then you're out). Of course, I was devistated after working so hard on pre-requisites and in the nursing program. I have spent the past several months trying to get over the disappointment and to figure out what is next. I would like to apply to other programs so that I can finish up my RN, but the private schools are so expensive, and who knows when I might be accepted into another ADN program (there is a concern about my pre-requisites becomming out of date as well). Anyone out there been in this situation? What did you do? Thanks for your help!

Hi all you experienced RN's out there... I am a 2nd year Nursing student (Graduating Spring 2010), and am wondering how you organize your time to care for all your patients effectively? Until now, I have only handled one patient at a time (except for OB rotation)... now we get 2 and more... yikes! So, I want to get a head start on learning to effectively manage my time in clinicals. Thanks for your help!