itsmejuli

I suggest you read the many threads here on the dismal state of nursing jobs in Alberta

I had no intention of being rude in my comments. I'm simply not one for posting long comments when using my mobile device.

Before you start classes make sure they will transfer towards a CC degree and ultimately towards any future plans such as BSN, masters etc

I don't see anybody being vindictive or laughing at you. It's unfortunate that you've only recently found AN and all the current information we have on the sad state of nursing employment.

Read through the forums here on AN and you'll find your reality check.

I'm curious as to why your unit doesn't have fall prevention protocols in place already.

From what you've written I can see a few reasons why you've not been hired.

Is this a homework question? What research have you done so far? Give us some of your ideas.

Little Old Lady

I binge watched Gossip Girl on Netflix, all 7 seasons.

If you don't like science you won't like nursing

Last fall I stubbed my baby toe. The pain was terrible. I managed to fracture one of the small bones behind the toe. It took 2 months to heal. All I could do was wear super sturdy shoes. I did get a cortisone shot and that helped for a few weeks. But getting the shot in the foot was in itself an intolerable amount of pain for 60 seconds

Congratulations OP and good luck in your new career. Today was my last day working as a nurse. I'm off in a new direction and big adventure. Of course if this new career pursuit doesn't work out I can always return to homecare nursing. I don't hate nursing, I'm just ready for something new.

http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/28/opinion/barkley-corinthian-for-profit-colleges/index.html?hpt=hp_t3 https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2014/05/07/gainful-employment-fight-profits-make-familiar-arguments-against-different-landscape

Follow the syllabus and read the chapter ahead of time

You remind me of myself. I don't like high stress jobs and I soon get bored with repetitious jobs. So perhaps you need something challenging to occupy your bored brain whether that be a special project at work or finding a new hobby during time off.

Exactly. I'm looking at changing careers. Often I see that a "bachelors degree in any field" is required. What the heck difference will a "bachelors degree in any field" make when compared to someone with over 30 years work experience and an AA? Would a 22 year old new grad with a BA and no work experience get hired over me with an AA and 30 years work experience?

You can bet on 10 hours of study time per week to get decent grades in science and nursing classes

Oh yeah my last day at work is this Friday. I fly to Guatemala a week later :-D

I did lots of research. Everything you need to know about teaching ESL is online. There are ESL jobs out there. My immediate goal is to teach in Mexico so I'm taking the CELTA there. This is a highly rated ESL 4 weeks long teaching course. But first I'm going to Guatemala for 7 weeks to learn Spanish. Ultimately I want to travel and teach ESL through Latin America. I'll make it work one way or another.

Having said that.......

Enjoy your travels. I'm also about to embark on a new adventure. I'm leaving everything behind to go teach English overseas and travel.

Can you afford to study in Canada? Have you looked at the tuition costs?

Don't let your inner critic control your life. Banish those negative thoughts.

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