NightShiftNur

You guys are awesome!! This is why I love this place, it helps give me the courage I need! I've already talked about becoming a CNA by the end of this year, I'm just worried ahead of when I advance as an LPN, I still won't be accepted into getting my ADN, and then transfer over to a university for my BSN, or MSN (still debating on the hospital and if they'll help me).

My name is Austin, I am an 18 year old senior about to graduate and to be thrown into the real world... and honestly, I'm terrified!! I have been addicted to this site and honestly, its AMAZING!! It has helped me in so many ways so far, I don't even know where to begin... So I just made my own account, and seek advise and answers from others! For a couple of years now, I have dreamed of becoming a Registered Nurse, and work at my local hospital under night shifts *signs* it cannot get here fast enough... But the main problem I have now is, where should I begin? My towns community college has a PERFECT NCLEX pass rate, but to get into the Nursing program? HA, forget it!! My Health Science teacher has suggested this summer go into a CNA program, and work through the stages of becoming an RN. But is that a effective route to take? I'm just worried I won't be able to get to where I want to. I am scared and honestly, don;t believe I'm smart enough for the work. If anyone could help, I would more than greatly appreciate it!! Wow... I typed a lot.