LeaM

Hi I am considering a change of career at the age of 50. Having an official education in Chemistry, I was thinking about enrolling in the Accelerated RNB in Rush Medical College, Chicago. Reading some of the threads, about hardship of older nurse graduates, I was wondering if anyone could provide me with the following information: 1. Rush Nursing College admits students based on merit only without age discrimination. However, once I graduate, would I be able to find placement in an hospital, having to compete with graduates twenty years younger? 2. I was told that Rush graduates are sought after nation wide. Is that true? 3. Given the fact that I do have already a BSc I am not qualified to get any Federal grant. Rush offers tuition coverage provided the graduate agrees for post college placement there. Is it a good deal, or should I look for scholarships elsewhere? Loans is a touchy issue since I have a daughter in high school who will need some loans to attend college. 4. In real life as a nurse, is there any control over over-time? Given the fact that tired people make mistakes , that should not happen when human life is at stake. Do hospitals watch over working schedules of nurses as the law controls truck drivers for example? Thanks for your input. LeaM