Questions about Nursing School from a Pre-nursing student

[mmuscar]

Hey everyone,

I am a pre-nursing student and will be applying to nursing school next fall. I was told by my advisor that it looks good to have some experience in a hospital. I have tried to look for jobs available in hospitals but it seems like everything requires experience. So I was just wondering if it is that important to have experience in a hospital before applying to nursing school and if it is how to go about finding a job. Thanks!

Melissa

[mugwump]

Yes and no, it shouldn't be a hinderance from being accepted to nursing school. You could also volunteer at a hospital. Sometimes scholorships are given to volunteers as well so it is a win win situation. also when you do graduate that gives you a leg up on the competition

[Antikigirl, ASN, RN]

In my state now it is mandatory for all nursing student applicants to have one year of CNA experience. That can be hospital or LTC or what not. So from what I hear it is a good experience to have and now mandated.

I wished I had worked in healthcare before I chose...I really could have used that insight to judge my path!