nerdychik

I am 28 and going into nursing like I should have during my first college experience.

I work 32 hours (hopefully more once the summer ends and there are more hours available) at a nursing home, but I'm enrolled in evening/weekend courses that my employer is happy to work around. I told my boss during the interview process that I intend to get my nursing degree, and she's pleased to have me working hard and advancing. I will say the lack of free time is not so great, but the residents at work make everything worth it for me. They're some of my best friends.

I am so glad to hear someone else say they hate math/suck at it. Don't get me wrong -- I'm not thrilled about your loathing nor am I happy to report my own in the same area, but it makes me feel more confident knowing that I'm not the only nursing student who is not so great with math. Your confession gives me hope! Thank you.

I'm in the same boat. Just relax -- I'm also worried about being capable, but no one else in my life is worried about that, including the head of the nursing program I'll be attending. If you're worried about the hands-on aspect of learning (my brain works the same way...), talk to your instructor about that. The program at my school includes lab time and clinicals, which means lots of hands-on time. I've also asked a friend who has already been through it to help me study whenever possible. Maybe it would help you to have a study buddy? Best of luck! No worries; just take it one step at a time.