lollipop032

I'm preparing to start my program and want to come up with a range of places where I can study. Whereabouts other than the usual (at home at a desk, library, coffee shop etc) do you study?

Thanks for your thoughtful messages. It has definitely eased my mind and strengthened my resolve to become a nurse - I'm looking forward to the journey.

Hi all, I'm weighing up my options for study and a future career and I'm really intrigued by the idea of becoming a nurse. The only doubts I have are coming from the fact that I'm quite introverted. I don't know whether this is going to be a major issue as a nurse? I've been described as very assertive, conscientious, reliable, caring, and as getting on well with people, so I'm not afraid to speak up when needed. It's more that I'm quite quiet and not a natural conversationist so I'm worried about chatting to patients about day to day things. I've worked in retail for many years so have had plenty of experience dealing with a range of people and difficult people. And I've developed a kind of confidence in that role. So I'm hoping that this will help in the 'customer service' aspect of nursing and that I'll be able to develop confidence in a nursing role too. As for the medical aspects of the role, I don't think that I'll have any issues there. Those things really capture my attention and I'm excited to learn more and apply the skills. I like having lots of possible areas to work in as a nurse too. So, I'd like your opinions - can an introverted, quiet person thrive as a nurse or will it be an uphill battle? Thanks