CWR1975

I was accepted to Nursing school. I am schizophrenic. I have been stable for 6 years. As long as I take meds everyday I do not have trouble. Currently I am on SSDI. I want to become a Nurse but I am afraid I will not be able to get a job. My doctor said she would sign off for my physical that I am stable. But will the BON let me sit for my NCLEX? I do not have any cognitive impairment. I made a 100 on math TEAS V. When I was younger I would be in out of hospital because I would stop taking my meds. The meds have side effects like impotency and weight gain. I talked to Vocational rehab and they said that they could help me get job when I get licensed.

Hi, I also was accepted into Mitchell Community College's ADN program. Like you I would like to hear from former students.

I was diagnosed paranoid schizophrenic about 8 years ago. I am drawing SSDI. I currently completed my associates degree. I am trying to get into the RN program at my local community college. My question is will I be able to take NCLEX and become a RN. I have been stable for 4 years. I take my meds every day. I do not have any trouble functioning. Will I have to disclose my medical records to potential employers. I am also a man. I am enrolled in the CNA program as of right know. I just do not want to get my degree and not be able to work. I feel like that society does not accept anyone with a mental illness. I do draw 1954 from Social Security: however, I want to have a job that I will enjoy. I always wanted to be in the health care field. Are any of you have or will face the same issues as me?