Pucca

I'm only in my first semester and I'm already having 2nd thoughs about being a nurse. I can't really handle stress that well....i'm known to be the relax type who likes to take things slow. But in nursing, that's impossible. I really enjoy taking care of patients and helping them...but am I capable to handle the stress? Being a nurse is such a huge responsibility. I got a degree in business before getting into nursing. I wanted to do something where I can help the people in need. But the thought of being responsible for the patient's life is just too overwelming for me. I'm considering dropping.... Any advice for me?

Thanks for all the inputs. :) more from others are welcomed! thanks!

Hello, I'm a first yr nursing student who's totally confused about the path I'm taking. I enjoy being a nurse because I enjoy taking care of the sick and needy but I'm not good at handling stress. I easily get stressed out. Nursing school is stressed enough for me that I get sleepless nights and ended up getting headaches the next day. I also feel that I don't have critical thinking skills and don't act fast enough under stressful environment. I also have health issues when it comes to standing on my feet several hours a day. I get knee and back pain after 5 hours of clinical . I really think I should drop but on the other hand, I want to find out how it's like being a nurse before I make that decision. Is nursing for me? So, my question is, what do you like about the job? What do you not like about nursing? How stressful is your day? Any comments and advice are welcomed!!! Thanks so much!!!!

Thank you very much for the information. I really appreciate it! :) I know it's really hard to study and work at the same time. I did that in the past and I failed my courses.

Sorry for my ignorance:o What is an ADN? Is it the same as PRN?

Hi fergus, Thanks for your response. :) If I become an LVN, what kind of tedious immigration process would I need to go through? Thanks again!

Hi, I'm a Canadian currently studying in California. I'm considering either LVN also known as RPN or LPN in Canada. What are the chances of me getting an H1 or TN from either working as an RN or LVN? Thanks!!