msanabria

Greetings all! I know it's been a while since you've heard from me, a lot has happened. Well, for starters I have moved from NV to TX. I've been here since April 14th. My dad decided to move here from MA. As far as my career aspirtions. I've applied to and been accepted into a medical assistant program at Hallmark University. It's a 14 month program and they also offer an Associates of Nursing degree. However, I want to play it safe and go the MA route first. The good thing is, that once I earn the MA degree if I choose too I will have already fulfilled all my prerequisites for the Nursing degree. Take care and God bless.

Greetings, happy Monday! I'm wondering if there are any former massage therapist on here that made the transition into nursing? I'd like to know if school was "easier"as a result?

I've been doing my research. I found that some nurses while still in their clinicals, upon visiting hospitals noticed that I in some cases the cna was more in tune and comfortable with their surroundings and the patient. Also, my lack of experience and I want to show that I am willing and able to pay "my dues". As I am retired military I find that the best leaders I served with were the ones who came up the ranks. At least that was my experience.

Thanks, great insight and advice. I'm very happy for you, regarding your decision to stay by the bedside. I was once told that "if you love what you do and you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life". HAPPY NEW YEAR! ☺

Greetings! Happly new year! I decided to join thicommunity it so, that I may get some advice on my decision to embark on a new career as a CNA first, and eventually a R.N. and ultimately a DNP. My question is, once become an R.N. and earn my BSN, how many specialties may I practice? I'm currently interested in CRNA, and Holistic/Family practice. I initially, was looking at a career in Naturopathic medicine. I've since decided to pursue a BSN degree. Once I spoke with my girlfriend and explained to her that while I was on active duty in the U.S. Navy I was pursuing a BSN with the intention of becoming an officer. I'm now retired and she asked me if there was anything stopping me from pursuing that dream. I've always been passionate about helping others and I enjoy studying about nutrition and the human body.