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Sulfa causes me extreme headaches - and hives also. Get really red spots from head to toe.

Larry - Sorry if I seem obtuse, but what exactly do you mean? I have a BS - computer science, and am currently applying to nursing programs. Are you saying that an ADN program, coupled with my current BS, may be more advantageous than a BSN? ALSO - is the BSN required to later apply to a CRNA program? Or, just to work in ICU, as I've heard?? Thanks.

I'm seriously considering applying to a nursing program and would really appreciate the opinions of others. My question: Did any of you decide on nursing as a career - with your family's schedule as one of your major motivations? My background: Have a BS in computer science, with a GPA of 3.8; obtained while in school full time and working one full time job and one part time job. I'm stating this just to show why I feel comfortable that I can do the course work. I've never really had to study as long as I paid attention in class. I'll be able to complete the nursing program without working - although I do have two little boys now -- who definitely equal at least one outside job! I have a small amount of experience caring for others who are ill. My mom had a stroke a few years back, and I was her primary caregiver for a long time. Nothing like being a nurse I'm sure, but hopefully helpful. I've spent some time shadowing nurses and CRNAs, so I do have some idea of what they do. To the point: At this point in my children's life, I don't feel I can give them the type of Mom I want them to have while working 50-60 hours per week in IT. Which is really necessary right now. So many IT positions are being outsourced outside the US currently, it takes a great deal of commitment just to keep a job. Part time positions in my specific area just are not available. I could do software consulting, but that requires travel generally. I can afford to quit work for a while to go back to school - but I don't see any point in getting higher degrees in a field that I don't think I can go back to. Sooo, I've begun to consider nursing as an alternative. I've seen so many posts on this forum from individuals who work 3 12-hour days / nights / weekends, etc. Do any of you have small children? How does a schedule such as this work in with your family life? Did you choose this field primarily because of your family life? Is it possible to be a successful, happy nurse (and mom) without that "calling" I've read so much about?? Sorry this is so long! Thanks in advance to anyone who responds.