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I am not the best person for advice, but my 2 cents? Own what happened. Kudos to you for at least working at McDonald's and not completely giving up on life...but seriously. You are a nurse. You may have to put in your due time and work anywhere that will be willing to hire you. That means you have to be consistently putting in applications everywhere and not giving up bc you had some bad experiences. No one is going to want to hire you coming from McDonalds. And while I respect that you had to do what you had to do, please don't just throw in the towel so easily. Keep trying. Really think about all of the ways you need to improve yourself, brush up that resume and get back out there. You may have a hard time getting that icu job, but who knows if you might land something else that you liked in the mean time. Just keep trying. And if after you have done all you could and still aren't happy, then maybe you can consider if it's right for you to seek another profession. But you worked hard for that degree and you don't need to give up quite so easily. Just my thoughts! Good luck to you!!!

I am currently a MA for a pediatrician. A typical day involves a lot of sick visits-swabbing for strep, flu, and rsv relentlessly. It can become very tedious doing the same ole thing! Some pt's require breathing treAtments. A lot of well visits and giving vaccinations. But typically, besides a few cases of skin issues or stomach issues, it's the same old thing day in a day out. I love, LOVE, working with the kiddos...but sometimes wish I was in an environment for conducive to learning new things. Of course, there will be the occasional patient that has something interesting, but for the most part it's just check ups and colds.

I am seriously hoping the same thing. What did you score on your ACT? I hope I am able to score higher than I did before since so many points come from that.

I got mine too and no I didn't get in either. Was expecting that, but glad to not have to wait around wondering anymore anyway! Good luck everybody to whatever comes your way! I am going to try to up my points and try again!

Well just in case, post here and let us know. Good luck!

It might, and I am thinking the same thing for myself bc I think I may have had even less points than that. Not 100% sure what my points were for sure though. But just in case, post here and let us know. Take care:)

Have you gotten your letter to confirm whether you got in or not for sure?

I will probably do the same as you if I don't get accepted as well. It's good that they also accept in the spring so the people who didn't get on don't have to wait a whole year to try again. And you are so right, you will definitely be ready when the time comes for you to get in!! Good luck with retaking your class and your ACT. Time will fly by and before you know it you will be getting ready to try again. Wishing you the best of luck!!

Jforseth2, i have been following along this thread, just wanted to extend my apologies to you and tell you I know how you feel! Don't let it get you down and keep trying! I don't know if you applied to other programs or not...but if you did, I hope there is still a chance for you! I have applied to several nursing programs over the years and did not get in due to mistakes I had made regarding my grades in the past. I didn't do as well as I should have and until I correct that, it is probably going to follow me around. Nonetheless, it stinks to want to get into a program so badly and not be able to. Just wanted to say I understood to anyone who may be dealing with the disappointment of not getting accepted. Good luck. Does anyone mind letting me know what the envelope looked like? Is it a different one if you get in or don't? Like as in a packet If you do or an normal sized envelope if you don't? Just wanting to know what to expect when I open the mailbox������ I applied last minute hoping somehow God would work a miracle for me if it was in his will for me to be accepted. I have been trying not to get my hopes up, bc I was already not admitted to another program of choice recently and this was kind of a last resort, nothing to lose by not trying option lol. I know all things are possible with Him helping me, but realize it just may not be the time. Still doesn't always make it any easier to want to get into a program lol. Good luck to everyone and keep your head up and keep trying if it doesn't work out:) I am trying to tell myself the same!

I have heard the rate around here at hospital is around 20$/hr and maybe a little more for shift diff. Houses are generally 150-200,000$ so you can have that to compare to cost of living where you are.

It takes courage to talk about your story and confess your wrong doings! I have never been in a situation such as yours, but I just want to congratulate you on your road to recovery!! U seem like you have your head on straight, and are taking the right steps to get your life back. I am not sure if you are religious, but if you can put your faith and prayers in God, he will open doors for you!!! Just keep your head up and continue to move in the right direction. Things will be hard for a while, but eventually there will be a light at the end of the tunnel. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Wishing you the best of luck!!! I truly hope things work out for you;)

Awesome! I was asking both of you:) I am thinking of challenging the cna boards? I had a few semesters in nursing school a couple of years ago, but I didn't finish due to my circumstances at the time. I honestly don't want to get my cna and end up working my butt off in a nursing home/medsurg unit..(not there is anything at all against the people who do, I admire them for being able to do it!!) I know they work their tails off and probably don't enjoy their job much:/ I just know that is not for me at this time. I had thought about buying a cna book and brushing up on my skills and then trying to take the test. I am not really needing the money, but would love to gain the experience in the units we talked about. You both got really lucky not having any experience and landing a job in such an awesome unit!! I worked as a medical assistant for an obgyn for a few years and that is what sparked my interest in that area. Any advice as of how to even try to land a job in the hospital? I have applied for a few positions that didn't require CNA, but I never heard anything back. My husband said they have to put the job out there, but that more than likely it was filled from within before they even saw my application. I know I prob need to refresh my resume a little bit too! Something about applying online makes me feel like my chances are slim....I have always had better luck showing up with a resume and handing it to the person! Anyway, I didn't mean to hijack this post! LOL! Any other advice would be appreciated!!!

hello! I have a question, did you get your cna license prior to applying for this job? (sorry if that is a stupid question lol!) I am hoping to go into nursing school in the fall of 2013, but I do not currently have my cna license. I have been toying with the idea of getting it, but haven't made up my mind yet. How did you go about even landing an interview for this position?? It is my dream to either work in labor and delivery or mother/baby after I get out of NS, and I would love to get some experience beforehand. And from mom2benurse's reply, it sounds like a job I would enjoy too!!! thanks:)

Saying a prayer!!! Good luck to you!

Start with baby steps if you have to! If you haven't even begun your pre-reqs yet, you have a while before you would need to sweat that kind of stuff (it is not the end of the world if you miss a pre-req class for a sick kid, like it would be in NS) ....Talk to an adviser and get going on those classes!! Many of them are offered online/hybrid/nights. Start with that and quit worrying about the rest! You sound so much like myself this time last year! I hope to start NS in fall of 2013, and I worried so much about how I would do it all.. (money, childcare, working, etc..) But I just set my goal, and got going, and everything DID fall into place (well so far, anyway:). Just do SOMETHING and everything else will fall into place if it is meant to be, girl! I agree that you will need to have a strong backup plan if possible. But really, if you can take a chunk of your pre-reqs online or when someone is available to watch your children, then you have a while to be coming up with other plans once nursing school comes into the picture. (Your post was really long, so If I missed something...lol, I am sorry!) Just know that there are tons and tons of moms just like yourself getting through nursing school. If you really want it, and are willing to sacrifice and work for it...you will have it!!! Don't beat yourself up about your family, like everyone else says, this journey is only temporary and you AND your family will benefit greatly from your hard work!! I wish you the very best of luck in all that comes your way!!