Should I start over or find a new career?

[Strugglebus101]

So there was an incident that led to me being dismissed from my program with only ONE day left which was the final test. I showed proof and appealed the decision but because the hospital has contracts with the organization they sided with them instead of me. The problem now is that I'm unable to find a program that'll let me transfer all of my ADN classes over so I'd have to start completely over. I've been in the ADN program for 3 years because I failed out and had to wait in order to retake the class. I'm honestly not sure if I can handle going through all of this torture again for another 2 years and then I considered getting my BSN but that's even longer. Should I just switch careers? I've tried to go back to the school and even find lawyers but I haven't been able to so I'm SOL with the program I was weeks away from graduating from.

[Maureen Mccann]

Check with your state boards you may be able to qualify for a LPN license. You may just be able to take the boards.  I would look into other careers. There is other careers in medicine. Your other courses like anatomy etc should transfer. They are always looking for xray techs. Ultrasound techs. In some of those jobs you might not have to work shifts.

 

[CurlyNP]

This comes from someone expelled from their LPN program 3 weeks before graduation.  Do not give up. It took me a year to return to the program to finish my last semester! I had to file 3 appeals. Luckily, for the last appeal, the dean that was in place while I was there was gone for my last appeal, and I was let back in. Keep fighting. Keep appealing. Take it to the president of the school if you have to. If you have proof that you did no wrong, don't let them stop you from something that you worked so hard for. 

Check with the state board and check to see if you can sit for your LPN licensure. If nursing is something that you are passionate about, do not let this roadblock stop you. This is a detour, not a dead end. 

[Strugglebus101]

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I got my LPN license through my RN when I first failed out but the problem is that it's single state and unfortunately it was the president that made this decision. He had absolutely no reason for it and even implied that in our conversation when asked. It's discouraging because this was my 2nd time in the program and starting over would add more years of school 

 

CurlyNP said:

This comes from someone expelled from their LPN program 3 weeks before graduation.  Do not give up. It took me a year to return to the program to finish my last semester! I had to file 3 appeals. Luckily, for the last appeal, the dean that was in place while I was there was gone for my last appeal, and I was let back in. Keep fighting. Keep appealing. Take it to the president of the school if you have to. If you have proof that you did no wrong, don't let them stop you from something that you worked so hard for. 

Check with the state board and check to see if you can sit for your LPN licensure. If nursing is something that you are passionate about, do not let this roadblock stop you. This is a detour, not a dead end. 

 

[Julia Liou, RN]

I'm really sorry to hear about what you've been through. It sounds incredibly frustrating and disheartening, especially after investing so much time and effort. Deciding whether to continue pursuing this path or to switch careers is a big decision, and it's worth taking some time to weigh your options carefully. Here are a few things you might consider:

1. Evaluate Your Commitment to the Field: Reflect on why you initially chose to pursue an ADN. Is your passion for nursing and patient care still strong enough to sustain you through additional schooling? If the motivation and passion are still there, it might be worth exploring further options within the field.

2. Consider Alternative Programs: Have you looked into all possible nursing programs that might accept some of your credits, even if not all? Sometimes, specific courses might transfer even if the entire program does not. It might also be worthwhile to look into programs in different states or online programs that could have different transfer policies.

3. Counseling and Support: This situation is undoubtedly stressful, and speaking with a counselor or therapist could be beneficial. They can provide emotional support and help you process the decision ahead. There are also career counsellors which can help with deciding if this is the right career path for you. 

It's a tough situation, but try to take things one step at a time. Each option has its own set of challenges and benefits, and what matters most is what feels right for you in your current situation and for your future.

[lifelearningrn, BSN, RN]

May I ask what the incident was that led to your being kicked out of the program? 

[Lynda Crayon]

Stick with it. I had the same thing happen and was accepted into another ADN program.

I only had to complete their minimum number of credit hours to graduate.

I've gone on and finish my BSN and MSN!