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There are plenty of people who go into nursing for the money & stability, but it does not mean they won't do a good job. I went into nursing for high school credit. I am now a darn good RN. If you can make it through nursing school then kudos. It is very important to stress the hardwork and dedication to nursing, but its their choice. Nursing has many, many opportunities. It is not limited to only LTC/SNF or hospitals. You definitely don't have to be a person who just loves people, but you better know how to communicate and respect others. There are nursing laws and principles that must be followed no matter what.

I just read your post and that is sad how people can discourage others. I went to nursing school initially so I could earn more credits during high school. My mom, grandma and brother were in/out the hospital quite a bit so I became interested because of this also. You know what? I love what I do. I could not imagine doing anything else. There are many different personalities in the nursing and there is no specific trait. It is a combination of things that you grow to learn. Maybe if you do go to school you can get a feel for what you can handle. There is so much to nursing. Don't let anyone discourage you. You are the only person who can decide what you can handle. It is awesome for your future, to have a job you can take anywhere. So good luck and don't give up!

Well I can truly relate. I use to live in Chicago when I first became a nurse. I worked in my community so I had no racist exposure. Then a year later I moved to Wisconsin and was called the N word by a few of my residents. It was never because I did something wrong but just because they felt like saying it. It was so embarrassing. Being called that in front of the other residents and my co workers. I am the only AA nurse in my facility. In 6 years there have only been 3 AA nurses employed here. What helped me sometimes was seeing how upset other residents would get and they would defend me. Oh, out of approx. 96 beds there is only one AA patient. In 6 years there has only been 2 and one died shortly after.

Doing a review course is definitely up to you. It is very good to know how to think like nurse in order to answer questions. Its not all about knowing everything. I graduated last May and I passed my NCLEX on the 1st try without a review course. I practiced questions daily and really studied the rationales. GOOD LUCK!

OMG!! That is so sweet. Absolutely go back to school. I am 26 years old and when I went back to school at 24 there were women in their 50's finally going to get their RN. Okay your wife has a 3year old, I take it you are a very supportive husband. I went to school pregnant with a 2 1/2 year old son at home. I had my baby 3 months before graduation. It is totally worth the sacrifice. Being a nurse is one the most dependable jobs. Nursing is also full of opportunities. We always need a good nurse. :heartbeat

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Working in a long term care facility is probably more flexible. It is absolutely not a bad career move. You have to be functional for yourself and the baby. Consider what you want to do day-to-day. When you work nights with a newborn will you have enough support to care for your baby and get your rest? Will you regret leaving the hospital after the baby is born? Your hormones eventually return back to normal. LOL. Compare your pros/cons. You are nurse there is always something out there. I have done both. I currently work in LTC, but I loved the hospital it was different. But I also had a 4 month old at home and a 3 year old. Sleep was like a guilty pleasure, but I felt I did not spend enough time with my kids.

I just graduated in May of 2008. I don't think instructors think you are good enough until you finish. Honestly, the biggest thing is to learn how to think like a nurse. You cannot store all the information you hear or read. At least I do not think so. But to sincerely be compassionate, respectful and to give your all is so important. If you have a hard time with your instructors how will you handle communicating with the doctors. Have confidence in yourself.

u poor thing i can't speak about your charge nurse but i think it was a little harsh. learn that time management is a big deal. having a routine is wonderful, but it may not always go as planned. do not be afraid to ask for help. delegate what you can and follow up to make sure things get done appropriately. you must speak up for yourself and let them know what you can or cannot handle. if u are having a breakdown, who is taking care of your patients? lol. take 5-15 minutes to relax and take a break. you may feel you do not have time, but your job is a lot harder if you are stressed. welcome to the wonderful world of nursing. good luck!!!

Sorry, but that is a little insane and irresponsible. I am a new grad and I am a charge nurse in a SNF, but I was a LPN for about 5-6 years. I hope she understands the legality and liability that may rest upon her. I worked at a hospital a few months before accepting my current job and there is no way I could have jumped in and took on so much responsibility at a hospital. I cannot see a way of justifying this. How do teach someone something you do not understand or really know about yourself. There are many skills that take a lot of practice to conquer. I wonder how do the Senior nurses feel?